This comes from the tax professional, owner of a tax service franchise, for whom I work: "All legal expenses for a business are tax deductible as business expenses."

That being said, I was considering building a low cost franchise opportunity to people who struggle, like single mom's and the elderly who live on fixed incomes, allowing them to rent an apartment from me and the could rent the rooms out themselves.With the right team I see a win win, but I wanted some feedback.

I hope the investments are much hotter than my two favorite pro sports franchises.

@Eddie Wright - for the right price, you can find a buyer for anything.I suggest you google HomeVestors franchises (there are a lot in your area).

I am most interested in how people find A tenants such as starbucks, and other large franchises.

Hello, In deciding to exit the Rat race, I have decided (After a full year of research) to purchase a franchise. 

It is a daily challenge to navigate the local, county, state and federal governments; local Code Enforcement, Housing Authorities, Department of Real Estate, Franchise Tax Board, Secretary of State, IRS, Dept. of Fair Housing & Employment, HUD...to name a few. 

You can buy a franchise as low as $25K and find agents to work for you

This is very much a "start from scratch" propersition.First question - Small brokerage or big franchise? 

This is important because I believe we are getting ready to enter a round of foreclosures and we want to be in a position to pick up prettier properties than we purchased last go round.We are also working on converting our PM business into a franchised brand with Property Management Inc, that has a support structure not only for residential rentals, but also for short term, commercial, and association managment.