Companies

Insulation Commandos operates a 64-unit network with a moderate investment range of $215,850 to $408,514 and a $52,000 franchise fee. ✓ The brand shows exceptional growth, opening 32 new outlets last year with zero closures, indicating strong unit-level health and demand. ✓ The 6% royalty is competitive, and the absence of litigation or bankruptcy further supports a clean operational profile. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should review Item 19 to confirm if the rapid expansion is translating into robust financial performance for individual owners.

Pokeworks operates 64 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $40,000 and total investment ranging from $314,699 to $608,955. ✓ The brand discloses a strong average unit volume (AUV) of $1,082,563, indicating solid revenue potential for franchisees. ⚠ However, net growth is sluggish, with only 8 openings versus 5 closures last year, suggesting market saturation or operational challenges. ✓ No litigation or bankruptcy history provides a clean legal and financial backdrop, but the high 6.0% royalty fee may pressure margins.

Freshii operates 63 total outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $30,000 and a total investment range of $165,000 to $533,000, which is relatively accessible for many investors. ✓ The brand showed positive net growth last year, opening 24 new units while closing 6, indicating expansion momentum. ⚠ However, the absence of Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag, as it prevents prospective franchisees from evaluating unit-level profitability or revenue benchmarks. ✓ No litigation or bankruptcy history provides some reassurance, but the lack of financial performance data makes it difficult to assess the true earnings potential of this franchise.

TheHomeMag operates 63 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $30,000 and a total investment range of $199,000 to $349,000, positioning it as a mid-cost opportunity. ✓ The brand shows measured growth, opening 4 outlets while closing only 1 last year, indicating stable unit economics. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation in its history is a notable risk factor that warrants further investigation. ✓ The inclusion of Item 19 financial performance data provides transparency for prospective franchisees to evaluate potential returns.

Nautical Bowls operates 63 outlets with a franchise fee of $39,500 and a total investment range of $222,250 to $455,850. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, reporting an average unit volume (AUV) of $451,300, which offers prospective franchisees a clear revenue benchmark. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation is a notable red flag that warrants careful due diligence, and the absence of outlet opening and closing data makes it difficult to assess recent growth or churn. Overall, the moderate scale and disclosed AUV are positives, but the litigation risk and lack of growth transparency temper the opportunity.

Blue Moon Franchise Systems, LLC operates 63 outlets with a very high total investment range of $157 million to $312 million, indicating a large-scale, capital-intensive business model. ✓ The franchise shows strong growth, opening 21 new outlets last year while only closing 2, and has no litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ However, the absence of Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag, as prospective franchisees cannot verify unit-level profitability or revenue expectations. The $60,000 franchise fee and 5% royalty are moderate, but the enormous capital requirement and lack of financial performance data make this a high-risk opportunity suitable only for well-capitalized investors.

Ellianos operates 63 outlets with a strong growth trajectory, having opened 16 locations last year with zero closures, indicating robust unit-level health. The total investment ranges from $671,500 to $1,068,700, with a $30,000 franchise fee and a 6% royalty, supported by a disclosed average unit volume of $1,127,170. ✓ No litigation history is a positive, but ⚠ a past bankruptcy filing is a notable red flag that warrants further investigation into the company's financial stability. Overall, the brand shows promising expansion and performance, though the bankruptcy history tempers the outlook.

Window Hero demonstrates strong growth momentum, opening 30 net new outlets last year to reach 62 total, with only 3 closures. ✓ The franchise offers a disclosed average unit volume of $662,634, though the total investment range of $198,644 to $358,944 is significant for a service-based brand. ⚠ The 7% royalty and $49,900 franchise fee are on the higher side relative to the investment, but the absence of litigation or bankruptcy provides some stability. Overall, this is a rapidly expanding concept with validated financials, but prospective franchisees should carefully evaluate unit-level profitability given the cost structure.

FranNet, LLC operates a modest 62-unit franchise network with a relatively low total investment range of $38,750 to $112,527 and no royalty fee, which lowers ongoing costs. ⚠ However, the system faces significant headwinds, having closed 9 outlets last year while opening only 3, resulting in a net contraction of 6 units. ⚠ The absence of Item 19 financial performance data prevents validation of unit-level economics, and the presence of litigation adds further uncertainty. This combination of shrinking footprint, lack of financial disclosure, and legal risk makes the opportunity highly speculative.

Heroes Lawn Care operates a modest 62-unit network with a relatively high franchise fee of $27,495 and a total investment ranging from $159,431 to $215,232. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, showing a strong average unit volume of $657,645, and has no litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ However, the system experienced a net contraction last year, opening 20 outlets but closing 24, signaling potential churn or unit-level distress that warrants caution. This negative growth trajectory, despite a healthy AUV, suggests operational or market challenges that could impact new franchisee success.

V's Barbershop Franchising, LLC operates 62 total outlets with a moderate growth trajectory, having opened 4 and closed 2 locations last year. ✓ The franchise provides Item 19 financial disclosure showing an average unit volume (AUV) of $581,838, offering transparency on potential revenue. ⚠ However, the total investment range is extraordinarily wide and implausible at $26,590,000 to $600,900,690,000, which appears to be a data error or extreme outlier that raises serious concerns about cost predictability. ✓ Positively, there is no litigation or bankruptcy history, suggesting a clean operational record.

California Closets operates a modest network of 62 outlets with a high total investment range of $872,000 to $1,776,400, positioning it as a significant capital commitment. ✓ The brand shows stability with no litigation or bankruptcy history and zero closures last year. ⚠ However, the absence of Item 19 financial disclosure is a notable red flag, as prospective franchisees cannot verify unit-level profitability. ⚠ Growth is extremely slow, with only one new outlet opened in the past year, suggesting limited expansion momentum.

EK Franchising Company operates a small, declining system of 62 outlets, with a very low franchise fee of $11,250 and a total investment range of $28,050 to $94,250. ⚠ A major red flag is the severe net loss of 13 outlets last year (1 opened vs. 14 closed), indicating significant system contraction and potential unit-level distress. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy filings provides some stability, but the lack of Item 19 financial performance data makes it impossible to assess profitability. This franchise presents a high-risk profile due to its rapid shrinkage and opaque financials, despite the low entry cost.

Jinya Franchise operates 62 outlets with a strong average unit volume of $2.8 million, indicating robust per-store performance. The total investment range is unusually broad, with an extreme upper bound of $3 billion that likely reflects a data error, though the lower end of $470,500 is reasonable for a ramen concept. ✓ The brand shows healthy net growth with 7 openings against just 1 closure last year. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation is a notable risk factor that prospective franchisees should investigate further.

Lenny’s Holdings operates a modest 62-unit system with a relatively high total investment range of $283,209 to $577,426 and a 6% royalty. ✓ The brand provides an Item 19 disclosing an average unit volume of $824,588, offering clear financial performance data. ⚠ However, the network is contracting, having opened just 1 outlet while closing 2 in the last year, signaling stagnant or negative net growth. ✓ There are no litigation or bankruptcy concerns, but the lack of expansion momentum is a notable risk for prospective franchisees.

1-800-TEXTILES operates 62 outlets with a low $10,000 franchise fee and a 3.0% royalty, but the total investment range of $40,200 to $572,000 is extremely wide, signaling significant variability in unit requirements. ✓ The brand added 6 new outlets last year with zero closures, indicating strong unit-level stability and positive growth momentum. ⚠ However, the absence of Item 19 financial performance data prevents any assessment of profitability, and the presence of litigation is a notable red flag. Prospective franchisees should proceed with caution due to the lack of earnings disclosure and legal risks.

Defy operates 62 units with a high total investment range of $2.65M to $4.21M, positioning it as a significant capital commitment. ✓ The brand shows stability with zero closures last year and a reported average unit volume (AUV) of $2,017,317, suggesting strong revenue potential for established locations. ⚠ However, growth is extremely slow with only one new outlet opened in the past year, and the presence of litigation is a notable red flag that warrants further investigation. This franchise appears to be a mature, stable concept with high per-unit economics but very limited expansion momentum.

F-O-R-T-U-N-E Personnel Consultants (FPC) operates as a boutique executive search franchise with a modest footprint of 61 total outlets. ✓ The entry point is highly accessible with a total investment ranging from $74,650 to $133,900, though this is paired with a steeper 8.0% royalty fee. ⚠ Growth is effectively stagnant, with a net gain of only one unit last year (7 opened vs. 6 closed), and the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of potential earnings.

The Grout Medic operates a modest 61-unit network with a relatively low total investment of $97k-$130k, making it an accessible entry point for service-based franchisees. ✓ The system reports a healthy average unit volume of $248,223, though the 6% royalty on this revenue is standard for the home services sector. ⚠ The presence of litigation in the franchise's history is a notable risk factor that prospective buyers should investigate thoroughly. ✓ Growth is positive but measured, with 4 openings against 2 closures in the last year, indicating a stable but not rapidly expanding system.

Fosters Freeze International, LLC operates a small chain of 61 outlets with a relatively low royalty fee of 4.0% and a reported average unit volume (AUV) of $1,284,063, which is a positive sign of revenue potential. ✓ The franchise fee is $45,000, but the total investment range is extremely wide at $178,000 to $4,932,500, suggesting significant variability in business models or real estate costs. ⚠ A major red flag is the complete lack of growth, with zero new outlets opened and two closures in the last year, indicating a stagnant or contracting system. ⚠ While there is no litigation or bankruptcy history, the negative net unit growth and wide investment range warrant caution for prospective franchisees.

Alta Cal Tech Services, Inc. operates 61 outlets with a very low total investment range of $11,600 to $31,400 and no franchise fee, making it one of the most affordable franchise opportunities available. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents any verification of unit-level profitability, which is a significant risk for prospective franchisees. ⚠ The franchise experienced a net loss of 19 outlets last year, with 24 closures against only 5 openings, indicating severe operational or market challenges. ✓ On a positive note, the company has no history of litigation or bankruptcy, which provides some baseline stability despite the alarming contraction.

Bloomfully, LLC operates a small, low-cost franchise system with 61 total outlets and a $0 franchise fee, making the initial investment range of $4,650 to $31,750 highly accessible. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy filings suggests a clean legal and financial history. ⚠ However, the system experienced net contraction last year, with 9 closures versus only 7 openings, and the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents any assessment of unit-level profitability or revenue expectations. This negative growth trend and absence of performance data are significant cautionary signals for prospective franchisees.

Honest1 Auto Care operates a modest network of 61 outlets with a relatively high average unit volume of $1,398,675, suggesting strong per-store performance for established locations. ✓ The total investment range of $285,250 to $1,317,250 is broad, reflecting significant variability in build-out costs, while the $63,750 franchise fee and 6% royalty are standard for the automotive sector. ⚠ However, the system showed zero net growth last year, opening no new units while closing one, indicating a stalled expansion trajectory. ⚠ The presence of litigation further raises caution, making this a mature but stagnant opportunity with notable risk factors.

Venture X operates 61 locations with a high total investment range of $346,500 to $3,377,000 and a franchise fee of $184,500. ✓ The brand discloses a strong average unit volume of $1,496,573, indicating solid revenue potential for established locations. ⚠ However, the net growth is modest with 9 openings versus 5 closures in the last year, suggesting some churn in the system. ✓ There are no litigation or bankruptcy red flags, but the 6% royalty is standard for the coworking sector.

Restoration Specialties Franchise Group, LLC operates a modest 60-unit network with a strong financial profile, evidenced by a high average unit volume of over $1 million and zero closures last year. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy history, combined with a relatively moderate total investment range of $162k to $356k, suggests a stable and lower-risk opportunity. ⚠ However, the franchise fee of $49,000 and a 7% royalty are on the higher side, and the addition of only 2 new outlets last year indicates a very slow growth trajectory that may limit scalability for new investors.

We Sell Restaurants operates a modest 60-unit network with a relatively low total investment range of $96,475 to $151,400, making it accessible for entry. ✓ The brand shows positive momentum, having opened 11 new outlets last year against only 4 closures, and reports a healthy average unit volume of $292,399. ⚠ However, the 15% royalty fee is notably high for the investment level, and the presence of litigation is a significant red flag that warrants careful due diligence. Overall, the concept demonstrates growth and reasonable unit economics, but the legal issues and royalty burden temper its appeal.

Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza operates 60 units with a high average unit volume of $2.1M, suggesting strong revenue potential for franchisees. ✓ The total investment range of $810k to $1.24M is significant but supported by the disclosed AUV. ⚠ However, the system showed zero net growth last year with one closure, and the presence of litigation raises concerns about operational or legal stability. Prospective franchisees should weigh the strong unit economics against the stagnant growth and legal risks.

SalonCentric operates 60 outlets with a moderate investment range of $314,650 to $469,925 and a low $10,000 franchise fee. ✓ The brand shows strong growth, opening 40 new outlets last year with zero closures, indicating robust demand and operational stability. ⚠ However, the absence of Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag, as prospective franchisees cannot verify unit-level profitability or revenue expectations. Overall, the rapid expansion and low failure rate are promising, but the lack of financial performance data demands cautious due diligence.

Wiki-Licious operates 60 outlets with a very low investment range of $8,810 to $29,650 and a minimal $5,000 franchise fee, making it highly accessible. ✓ The brand shows strong recent growth, adding 20 new outlets last year, though 7 closures indicate some churn. ⚠ A significant red flag is the absence of Item 19 financial disclosure, leaving franchisees without validated earnings data. ✓ No litigation or bankruptcy history provides a clean legal background, but the lack of royalty suggests the business model may rely heavily on other revenue streams.

KF Franchising, Ltd. operates a modest 60-unit system with a high entry cost, requiring a total investment of $641,900 to $937,400 plus a $44,900 franchise fee and 6.0% royalty. ✓ The franchise provides Item 19 financial disclosure and has no litigation or bankruptcy history, indicating a clean legal record. ⚠ However, the system is stagnant with zero new openings and one closure in the last year, signaling a complete lack of growth and potential operational challenges. This flat trajectory, combined with the substantial capital requirement, presents a significant risk for prospective franchisees.

REINS USA FRANCHISE COMPANY, INC operates a small network of 60 outlets with a high total investment range of $2.3M to $4.3M and a $50,000 franchise fee. ⚠ The franchise has a concerning growth trajectory, opening zero new outlets while closing four in the last year, indicating contraction rather than expansion. ⚠ A bankruptcy flag is a significant red flag, and the absence of Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of unit-level profitability. ✓ On a positive note, there is no litigation history, but the lack of growth and financial transparency makes this a high-risk opportunity.

JPAR® - Real Estate operates 60 outlets with a low franchise fee of $6,250 and no royalty, but the total investment range of $17,940 to $267,300 is wide, suggesting significant variability in startup costs. ⚠ The franchise has litigation on record and a troubling growth trajectory, with only 2 outlets opened last year versus 11 closures, indicating net contraction. ✓ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure means no validated earnings data is available, adding uncertainty for prospective franchisees. This combination of shrinking unit count and legal issues raises serious concerns about the brand's current stability and expansion viability.

Jeremiah's Italian Ice operates a modest network of 60 outlets with a relatively accessible total investment range of $324,567 to $659,500 and a franchise fee of $24,000. ✓ The brand provides an Item 19 financial disclosure showing an average unit volume (AUV) of $671,201, which offers prospective franchisees a clear revenue benchmark. ⚠ The absence of data on outlets opened or closed in the last year makes it difficult to assess recent growth trajectory or unit-level churn. ✓ With no litigation or bankruptcy history, the franchise presents a clean legal and financial background, though the small scale suggests limited brand maturity.

Elite Sports Enterprises operates 60 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $29,500 and a total investment range of $201,100 to $396,500. ✓ The brand shows positive net growth, opening 7 new outlets while closing only 1 in the last year. ⚠ A significant red flag is the absence of Item 19 financial performance disclosure, which prevents validation of unit-level profitability. ⚠ Additionally, the presence of litigation history introduces legal risk that prospective franchisees should investigate thoroughly.

FPB DNA CLEANING AND RESTORATION LLC operates a modest 59-unit network but shows explosive growth, adding 56 outlets last year with zero closures—a ✓ strong indicator of system health and demand. The total investment range of $201,374 to $357,608 is moderate for the restoration industry, though the $59,500 franchise fee and 7% royalty are on the higher side. ✓ The presence of Item 19 financial disclosure provides transparency for prospective franchisees, and the clean legal and bankruptcy history reduces risk. ⚠ However, rapid expansion can strain support infrastructure, so due diligence on unit-level profitability is essential.

Spavia operates 59 outlets with a relatively high total investment range of $495,800 to $697,800, positioning it as a premium franchise opportunity. ✓ The brand shows strong unit economics, with an average unit volume (AUV) of $1,080,829 disclosed in Item 19, and a clean legal record with no litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ Growth is modest, with only 4 new outlets opened in the last year against zero closures, suggesting a stable but slow expansion pace. The 6% royalty fee is standard, but the high entry cost and limited recent growth warrant careful market analysis for prospective franchisees.

Bach to Rock operates 59 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $45,000 and a total investment range of $254,500 to $574,000. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, reporting an average unit volume (AUV) of $579,125, which offers transparency for prospective franchisees. ✓ Growth is modest but positive, with 4 outlets opened and only 1 closed last year, indicating stable operations. ⚠ The 7.0% royalty is standard for the music education sector, but the relatively small system size and slow expansion suggest limited scalability compared to larger competitors.

milliCare operates 59 total outlets with a high average unit volume of $1,776,381, suggesting strong revenue potential for established locations. ✓ The total investment range of $198,500 to $253,000 is moderate for a commercial cleaning franchise, and there is no ongoing royalty fee. ⚠ However, the brand faces significant headwinds: it opened only 1 outlet while closing 5 in the last year, indicating net contraction. ⚠ Additionally, the presence of litigation is a notable red flag that warrants further investigation.

Sperry operates a small network of 59 total outlets with a very low franchise fee of $5,000 and no royalty, making the entry cost highly accessible. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy filings suggests a clean legal and financial history. ⚠ However, the brand is contracting, having closed 9 outlets last year while opening only 7, and the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents any assessment of unit-level profitability. This negative net growth and lack of transparency are significant concerns for potential franchisees.

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants operates 59 outlets with a very high total investment range of $65 million to $91.5 million, reflecting its luxury hotel positioning. ✓ The brand shows stable net growth with 7 openings and 7 closures in the last year, indicating a mature system with no expansion momentum. ⚠ The $100,000 franchise fee and 6.0% royalty are standard for the segment, but the massive capital requirement creates a significant barrier to entry and risk for franchisees. ✓ No litigation or bankruptcy history provides a clean operational record, though the flat growth trajectory suggests limited scalability for new investors.

Medicap Pharmacy operates a small network of 59 outlets with a wide total investment range of $130,000 to $894,876, but the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant ⚠ concern, as it prevents prospective franchisees from evaluating potential earnings. The brand is in clear decline, having opened zero new outlets while closing four in the last year, indicating a ⚠ contracting system. Additionally, the presence of litigation further elevates risk, making this a high-caution opportunity despite the lack of bankruptcy history.

Le Macaron French Pastries operates 59 outlets with a moderate investment range of $91,730 to $452,000 and a $45,000 franchise fee. ✓ The brand shows growth with 12 openings last year, and an average unit volume (AUV) of $373,692 provides a benchmark for potential revenue. ⚠ However, 9 closures in the same period signal significant churn, and the presence of litigation is a notable red flag. The 6% royalty is standard, but the high closure rate relative to total units warrants caution.

Radiant Waxing operates a modest 59 outlets with a relatively high franchise fee of $50,000 and total investment ranging from $387,788 to $554,947. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, reporting an average unit volume (AUV) of $554,671, which suggests strong revenue potential for franchisees. ⚠ However, the system is in clear contraction, having opened zero new outlets while closing three in the last year, and the presence of litigation adds a notable risk factor. This combination of stalled growth and store closures, despite a solid AUV, signals potential operational or market challenges that warrant caution.

Neurosculpting Institute Franchising, LLC operates a very small system of 58 outlets, but its recent trajectory is alarming, with 5 closures last year against only 1 opening. The franchise fee is low at $7,500, and the total investment range of $10,100 to $130,650 is accessible, though the wide spread suggests significant variation in setup. ⚠ A major red flag is the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, meaning there is no verifiable data on unit profitability or revenue. ✓ On the positive side, there is no litigation or bankruptcy history, but the net loss of 4 outlets in a single year signals serious operational or demand challenges.

Hot Palette America operates 58 outlets with a high average unit volume of $1.7 million, indicating strong unit-level economics. ✓ The franchise requires a significant total investment of up to $1.69 million, which is a substantial capital commitment. ⚠ Growth is very slow, with only 3 net new outlets opened last year, suggesting limited expansion momentum. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy filings provides a clean operational history.

Ecomaids operates a small network of 58 outlets with a high franchise fee of $89,950 and a total investment range of $120,990 to $150,949. ✓ The Item 19 disclosure shows an average unit volume (AUV) of $216,821, providing a clear revenue benchmark for prospective franchisees. ⚠ However, the system experienced a severe contraction last year, opening only 5 new outlets while closing 23, indicating significant operational or market challenges. ⚠ The presence of litigation further elevates risk, making this a high-caution opportunity despite the disclosed financials.

Meals Of Hope Logistics operates 58 total outlets with an exceptionally low total investment range of $61,050 to $71,925 and no royalty fee, making it one of the most capital-efficient franchise opportunities available. ✓ The franchise shows explosive growth, having opened 43 new outlets in the last year with zero closures, indicating strong unit-level demand and operational stability. ✓ The $40,000 franchise fee is reasonable for the investment level, and the absence of litigation or bankruptcy history provides a clean legal foundation. ⚠ However, the rapid expansion pace raises questions about whether the system can maintain quality control and support infrastructure as it scales.

King of Pops Franchising, Inc. operates a very low-cost model with a total investment range of $15,210 to $68,510 and a minimal franchise fee of $1,200, making it highly accessible. ✓ The system shows strong stability with zero closures last year and 8 new outlets opened, bringing the total to 58 units. ✓ However, the disclosed average unit volume (AUV) of just $11,842 is extremely low, indicating this is a seasonal or part-time business with limited revenue potential. ⚠ The 5% royalty on such a small revenue base means the franchisor's earnings are thin, and franchisee profitability should be scrutinized closely.

Club KO Franchise LLC operates a modest 58-unit system but faces significant contraction, having opened only 3 outlets while closing 10 in the last year. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy filings provides some operational stability. ⚠ The lack of Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of unit-level performance, a major concern given the net decline. ⚠ With a total investment ranging from $127,962 to $302,862 and a 7% royalty, prospective franchisees should weigh the high closure rate against the relatively low entry cost.

FYZICAL operates 58 outlets with a high franchise fee of $300,000 and a total investment range of $306,050 to $1,069,500. ✓ The brand showed stable growth last year, opening 6 new units with zero closures. ⚠ However, the absence of Item 19 financial performance data and the presence of litigation are significant red flags for prospective franchisees. This combination of high entry cost and limited transparency warrants cautious due diligence.