LOS ANGELES, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--Oct 28, 2008 -- With the economy down and unemployment rates up, Americans all across the country are supplementing their incomes and guarding against the credit crunch by investing in their own home based franchises says Franchise Direct, one of the world's leading portals for franchise and business opportunities.

"At Franchise Direct we offer a wide variety of home based franchise opportunities to fit virtually any potential franchise owner's wants or needs," said Diana Thurmann of Franchise Direct. "Whether you want to quit your job and run a full time home based franchise, or simply want a part-time home based franchise to boost your income, we have the franchise opportunity for you."

Home based franchise owners get to be their own boss and enjoy the benefits of creating a successful business from home. Franchise Direct offers many different options for home based franchises including:

 
--  Automotive franchises
--  Business franchises
--  Child related franchises
--  Computer and Internet franchises
--  Service franchises
--  Vending and ATM franchises

Many of these home based franchise opportunities allow for part-time or flexible schedules, making them a great way for stay-at-home moms or stay-at-home dads to supplement their family's income, while still maintaining their busy schedules. Franchise Direct also offers home based franchises that don't require a typical 9 - 5, Monday - Friday work week, perfect for second career seekers and professionals that want to supplement their current income.

For additional information or to find the perfect home based franchise opportunity, visit www.FranchiseDirect.com.

About Franchise Direct:

Franchise Direct is one of the world's leading portals for franchise and business opportunities. Started as a single website for the promotion of franchises in the US market in 1998, Franchise Direct now operates a suite of nine multilingual sites targeting North America and Europe. Through its extensive website network, Franchise Direct allows highly effective, targeted exposure by franchisors to prospective franchisees worldwide. Every effort is made to assist franchisors to link up with suitable investors, while they in turn are presented with a range of services to help them find the right franchise.