Franchises for

Passive Income

Franchises for

Passive Income

Build wealth without working around the clock.

You want income that works for you, not the other way around. We help you find franchises with proven systems. Let’s make passive income a reality.

Invest in a franchise with true passive income potential

Franchises offer a path to steady, reliable income with a proven business model. We’ll help you find the right opportunity to earn without being tied to a 9-to-5 and without risking your other investments.

The problem

Franchising for passive income isn’t as hands-off as some people think. You still need to find a franchise with strong systems and the right level of management support.

Picking the wrong business could leave you stuck in day-to-day operations instead of enjoying true passive income. Without guidance, it’s easy to choose a model that doesn’t align with your financial or lifestyle goals.

Our solution

We specialize in guiding people to franchise opportunities designed for passive income. We’ll help you identify businesses with strong systems, management support, and minimal hands-on involvement.

You’ll get clear advice on what works for your budget, goals, and the amount of time you want to commit. With us, you’ll avoid the wrong choices and build wealth the smart way.

Why our guidance leads you to passive income opportunities with the lowest risk
Why our guidance leads you to passive income opportunities with the lowest risk
Becoming an owner

Transition smoothly to the franchise model

Passive income doesn’t mean zero effort, especially if you’re new to franchising. We’ll help you understand how the franchise model works, so you can set up systems that let you step back while your business runs smoothly.

Lifestyle fit

Earn passive income without sacrificing your lifestyle

You want income that works for your life, not the other way around. We’ll guide you to franchises that fit your ownership style—whether it’s hands-off or light management—so you can keep living on your terms.

Industry selection

Find brands that complement your portfolio businesses

If you already own a business, your next investment should add value without doubling your workload. We’ll help you find a franchise that complements what you’ve built while creating a new passive income stream.

Brand selection

Match the right brand to your experience

You know your industry, but passive income takes the right fit. We’ll connect you to brands with strong support systems and proven growth models, so your expertise fuels a franchise that works for you.

No cost, no equity guidance

30+ years experience

Fully independent

300+ brand contacts

We've got you covered coast-to-coast

From Alaska to Maine, we’ll help you find the right franchise opportunity for your local market.

Hawaii and territories not included - sorry!

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How our guidance services work.
The most direct path to your own business.

01 Readiness check

Are you ready to own a franchise, or just dreaming? Let’s find out with a personal  assessment.

02 Meet the brands

We connect you with the decision makers at franchises that fit your goals, not someone else’s.

03 Funding & legal

Smart funding & legal strategies to fuel your franchise—no guesswork, no wasted time.

Ready to build a business that earns money while you sleep? Let's talk.

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Meet Eli, your compass to navigating the franchise world

In a world full of franchise brokers who’ll tell you anything to close a deal, Eli Bookman stands out as a beacon of honesty and integrity.

With over 25 years of experience across dozens of industries, Eli has seen every trick in the book. As Pathway's president, he's not here to push you into a deal for a quick buck.

He’s here to give you the blunt truth about what it takes to succeed in the franchise world, and the connections to make that success happen.

Pathway president Eli Bookman

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