We’re proud to announce some exciting news that reflects the hard work of every franchisee, coach, contractor, and team member in the RED BaRN Homebuyers network—we’ve been ranked #1 in our category on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2026 Franchise 500®!
This year’s ranking not only places RED BaRN Homebuyers at the top of our category in real estate investment franchises, it also marks a significant leap in our overall national standing. We’ve climbed to No. 218 overall, rising from No. 380 in 2025. That’s a 162-spot jump and a huge nod to our growth, brand strength, franchisee satisfaction, and ongoing performance across the country.
Why This Ranking Matters
Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® is one of the most trusted and widely recognized franchise rankings in the world. For nearly five decades, it’s served as a go-to resource for prospective franchise owners looking to evaluate franchise models based on real performance metrics, not hype.
The ranking is based on:
- Financial strength and stability
- Growth and expansion
- Support and training systems
- Brand power and market presence
- Cost and fees
To be ranked #1 in our category and make a triple-digit jump overall shows that the RED BaRN model is delivering exactly what real estate entrepreneurs are looking for: a proven system, real support, and an opportunity to grow a serious business, not just flip houses.
Want to see the full list? Check it out on Entrepreneur.com or pick up the January/February 2026 issue on newsstands.
What Sets RED BaRN Homebuyers Apart?
Founded by HGTV personalities and real estate power couple Ken and Anita Corsini, RED BaRN Homebuyers has transformed from a Metro Atlanta house-flipping business into one of the top real estate franchise opportunities in the country. Since 2005, the Corsinis have flipped more than 1,000 homes and turned that experience into a repeatable, scalable system for franchisees nationwide.
Today, RED BaRN supports over 185 franchisees across the U.S., all focused on single-family residential investing. What makes our model different?
- Daily motivated seller leads generated through done-for-you marketing
- In-house training and coaching from experienced investors
- Access to renovation tools, calculators, and contractor networks
- A custom-built CRM for tracking deals and leads
- Property acquisition and resale strategies backed by real-world results
- Support from a leadership team that’s still in the business and still flipping houses
If you’re thinking about starting your own real estate investing business, now is the time.
Media Coverage of Our 2026 Ranking
Our Entrepreneur 500® ranking has already gained national attention across major business outlets. You can read more about the announcement here:
Each of these articles highlights how our franchise model continues to grow, scale, and outperform other real estate investment options on the market.
A Huge Thank You to Our Franchisees
This milestone isn’t just about our headquarters, it’s about the entire RED BaRN community. From new franchisees launching in their first territory to experienced investors expanding into multiple markets, you’ve made this possible.
We built RED BaRN to give real estate entrepreneurs a way to invest in property with less guesswork and more systems. You’ve proven that when you follow a proven plan and work it with intention, amazing results can follow.
Interested in Starting a Real Estate Franchise?
If you’ve been sitting on the fence, wondering if there’s a better way to get into real estate investing, this is your sign. RED BaRN Homebuyers is more than a franchise; it’s a system backed by real people with real experience, doing real deals.
To learn more about what we offer and how we support franchisees from Day One, visit our Franchise Opportunities page or Contact Us directly.
