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Small Business...what should franchisees know before investing in a home-based business? First, while the cost is certainly lower, start-up expenses are, on average, between $25,000 and $60,000, and even more if there is a lot of equipment involved. It's still hard to get financing for start-ups so be prepared to cover initial investments yourself.