You’ve probably seen a ton of recent news reports that are saying now is the time to start your own business. During a down economy an entrepreneurial spirit can prove extremely valuable, especially when available jobs are at a minimum.

 Perhaps now is the time to finally take that leap of faith and start your own company.But then again, what type of business will you start? What industries are growing during these slow times? Exactly how much capital will it take to get your business off the ground? How can you market your business and start generating customers? How will you find an office? How do you know that people will purchase your product or service? Can you really take this kind of risk?

These are just a few of the questions that need to be answered before embarking on a brand new business venture. Even though starting a business seems like a golden opportunity right now, it also is extremely risky. This is why starting a franchise is a great middle ground for those entrepreneurs who want to start a business, but don’t want to take the full risk of a new venture.

Here are just a few reasons why you should consider starting a franchise in 2010:

1. A Winning Record: A franchise company has most likely built a streamlined model of business that has a winning record. Not only have other franchisees succeeded in using this same business model, but the franchise company has a step by step blueprint for success that you can utilize.
2. Brand Name: Unlike starting a company from scratch, a franchise comes with a brand name that already holds value for customers around the country.
3. Centralized Support: You can minimize your operational costs by utilizing the centralized support that your franchise company provides. This could range from a customer support call center to marketing assistance on a local and national level.

Junk-King is one franchise company that currently offers a great opportunity for those who are considering owning their own business in 2010. Junk removal is a rapidly expanding business sector – in this current economic climate people are looking to make the most of their current homes by getting rid of unwanted clutter. Junk King also taps into a growing eco-friendly trend by recycling between 40-60% of the collected materials.

Junk-King is a dynamic and ambitious company that provides a great brand name, round the clock support and a winning record for those who truly want to succeed with a new franchise. For more information on starting your own junk removal franchise, please visit Junk King’s franchise page.