Companies

Cyberbacker International presents a high-risk profile characterized by severe unit contraction, having closed 23 outlets against only 3 openings last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure removes critical visibility into unit economics, while the net loss of 20 locations suggests fundamental issues with the business model or market fit. ✓ The franchise offers a relatively low total investment entry point of $52,000 to $84,950 with no ongoing royalties, but this benefit is heavily outweighed by the system's instability.

Elevation Burger presents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a total investment ranging up to $1.99M, though it is supported by a solid Average Unit Volume of $1,083,585. ⚠ The brand is facing significant contraction risks, having closed four outlets while opening only one recently, indicating a struggle to maintain scale. Combined with the presence of litigation and a high royalty fee relative to its small footprint of 32 units, this franchise requires cautious due diligence regarding its long-term viability.

Happy Joe's Franchising, Inc. represents a small-scale operation with only 32 units and a concerning negative growth trajectory, having closed six outlets while opening only two last year. ⚠ The franchise carries a significant risk factor due to a history of bankruptcy, and the total investment range is exceptionally wide, spanning from roughly $323k to over $12 million. ✓ The brand demonstrates strong unit economics with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $923,741, though this financial strength is juxtaposed against the system's overall contraction.

Dumpster Dudez Franchising, LLC is demonstrating aggressive expansion with a 40% unit count increase last year and zero closures, signaling strong market demand and operational stability. ✓ The franchise offers a transparent financial picture through its Item 19 disclosure and clean leadership history, though the total investment of $358k–$439k represents a significant entry point. ✓ While the 7.0% royalty fee is standard, the rapid scaling from a base of 32 outlets warrants monitoring to ensure quality control is maintained. ✓

Fajita Pete's-Illinois-2025 is a small-scale franchise with 32 total outlets that demonstrates positive momentum with four openings compared to one closure last year. ✓ The entry fee is reasonable at $40,000, though the total investment varies significantly from $194,500 to $667,700. ⚠ While the presence of an Item 19 and lack of litigation are encouraging, prospective buyers must investigate the disclosed bankruptcy history to assess underlying financial stability.

Live Hydration Spa Franchise LLC is a rapidly emerging concept in the wellness sector, demonstrating significant momentum with 14 net new openings last year to reach 32 total outlets. ✓ The investment model is compelling, featuring a moderate entry cost relative to a robust Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $698,376, with a clean leadership history free of litigation or bankruptcy. ⚠ Investors should account for the combined 7.5% royalty fee and the 4 units closed last year, which introduces a note of caution regarding unit-level sustainability alongside the brand's aggressive expansion.

Kelly's Cajun Grill operates as a small-scale franchise with 31 total outlets and a recent growth trajectory that is effectively flat, having opened zero units and closed one last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag for prospective investors, particularly given the wide total investment range of $295,000 to over $1.4 million. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal record with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, though the lack of recent expansion suggests limited momentum.

9Round Holding Company, LLC presents a low-barrier entry point with a $1,000 franchise fee and a disclosed AUV of $364,930, but the investment range varies significantly up to $383,700. ⚠ The most critical metric is the severe contraction in scale, with 22 outlets closing last year compared to only 3 openings, indicating major systemic distress. ✓ While the brand offers financial performance transparency and has no bankruptcy history, the presence of litigation and the sharp decline in total outlets suggest high operational risk.

IV Nutrition demonstrates strong unit-level economics with an AUV of roughly $617,000 against a mid-range total investment of $198k–$403k, offering a compelling return potential ✓. The system maintains a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy, while recent activity shows healthy expansion with five openings compared to only one closure ✓. However, with only 31 total outlets, the brand is still in the early stages of establishing market density and proving scalability ⚠. Prospective franchisees should note the $49,500 franchise fee is relatively high for a concept of this size, requiring careful validation of support infrastructure ⚠.

Wz Franchise demonstrates strong momentum with 10 net openings last year and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ The Average Unit Volume of $826,058 is robust, significantly exceeding the high end of the total investment range, suggesting high potential ROI. ✓ However, prospective franchisees should note the wide capital requirement spread ($142k - $820k) and the impact of the 6.0% royalty fee on margins. ⚠

Diesel Barbershop Franchising, LLC presents a stable but high-cost opportunity in the men's grooming sector, characterized by a clean operational history with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓. The franchise requires a significant total investment of up to $503,050 and charges a somewhat premium royalty rate of 7.5%, which demands strong unit-level economics to ensure profitability ⚠. While the brand maintains 100% unit viability with zero closures last year ✓, the growth trajectory is extremely slow with only two new openings, suggesting limited momentum or market saturation ⚠.

This franchise presents a high-risk profile due to its minimal scale of 31 total outlets and a net contraction of two locations last year with zero new openings. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant drawback for prospective investors, particularly given the substantial initial investment of over $200,000. ⚠ While the lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a basic positive, the combination of high entry cost, 7.0% royalties, and stagnation suggests limited system momentum.

Legacy Franchise Company, LLC exhibits explosive growth momentum, having nearly doubled its footprint by opening 30 outlets last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment entry point is relatively accessible, though the 15.0% royalty rate is significantly high and requires careful margin analysis. ⚠ A major red flag is the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, which prevents potential investors from validating the system's profitability despite the rapid expansion.

AdviCoach Franchising, LLC operates as a small-scale concept with only 31 total outlets and stagnant net growth, having opened and closed an equal number of 4 units last year. ⚠ Significant risk factors exist as the franchise lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure to validate potential returns and reports active litigation. While the total investment of roughly $79k–$89k is relatively low, the $55,000 franchise fee constitutes a high barrier to entry relative to the total cost. Potential investors should approach with caution given the minimal transparency and flat growth trajectory.

Chronic Tacos Enterprises Inc presents a high-risk opportunity despite a low entry fee of $25,000 and a strong Average Unit Volume of $858,045. ⚠ The brand is facing a significant contraction in scale, having closed seven outlets last year compared to only one opening, signaling major operational or demand challenges. ⚠ Further concerns arise from a historical bankruptcy filing, which compounds the risk associated with the system's current negative growth trajectory.

Earl of Sandwich (USA), LLC operates as a small-scale chain with 31 outlets and minimal recent growth, opening only two units while closing one. ✓ The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $15,000 fee and a total investment starting at roughly $319k, though the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes potential returns difficult to benchmark. ⚠ Investors should proceed with caution due to a history of bankruptcy within the system and the absence of earnings data to validate the business model against its 6.0% royalty rate.

Lindora Franchise, LLC demonstrates an aggressive growth trajectory, having launched 31 outlets last year with zero closures, suggesting strong initial market demand. ✓ The brand offers compelling unit economics with an Average Unit Volume of $1,016,670 against a total investment of $289,320 - $502,650, indicating a strong potential return on investment. ✓ However, the system is currently composed entirely of new locations opened in the last year, meaning the concept lacks a long-term track record of sustained performance. ⚠ Additionally, the absence of disclosed franchise fees and royalties requires further due diligence to understand the total cost structure. ⚠

ABS Franchise Services, Inc. presents a high-potential investment opportunity driven by a strong Average Unit Volume of $833,374 ✓. The franchise remains accessible with a total investment range of $105,550 to $219,350 and a standard 5.0% royalty fee ✓. However, the brand faces significant scale and momentum challenges, operating with only 31 total outlets and suffering a net loss of 2 units last year ⚠. The combination of recent contraction and active litigation disclosures suggests potential operational risks despite the robust revenue figures ⚠.

ActionCOACH presents a low-barrier entry into business consulting with a total investment ranging from $64k to $139k and a disclosed AUV of $261,538 ✓. However, the 10% royalty rate is significant, and the system is showing clear signs of stagnation with zero net growth and 2 units closing last year ⚠. The presence of litigation further adds risk to a franchise that appears to be contracting rather than expanding ⚠.

Retirement Income Source, LLC is a high-cost financial services franchise with a minimal footprint of 30 units and a stagnant growth trajectory, having closed more outlets than it opened last year. While the absence of a franchise fee and ongoing royalties offers a distinct financial structure, the $100k+ investment is high-risk given the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation. ⚠ The combination of net unit decline and no earnings data suggests a lack of proven momentum and makes ROI difficult to gauge for prospective investors.

Teriyaki One Japanese Grill is a growing fast-casual concept with a moderate footprint of 30 units, demonstrating strong recent momentum with 8 new openings and zero closures last year. ✓ The franchise offers a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes it difficult for prospective franchisees to validate potential returns. ⚠ With a total investment ranging from $293k to $760k, the entry cost is significant for a brand at this stage of development.

My Goodness! Games, Inc. presents a high-risk profile characterized by a concerning contraction in system-wide scale. ⚠ The closure of four outlets against zero openings last year indicates stagnation, while the presence of litigation and the absence of Item 19 financial performance data create significant transparency issues for prospective investors. ⚠ Although the franchise offers a relatively low entry fee of $30,000, the total investment varies widely up to $414,800, suggesting capital risk in an environment with no recent growth momentum.

G.L.O.M. Global is a rapidly expanding, low-risk investment option with 30 total outlets and zero closures last year, signaling strong unit viability and a healthy growth trajectory. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal profile with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, while the 6% royalty rate remains standard for the industry. ⚠ However, prospective franchisees should approach with caution as the brand does not provide an Item 19 financial performance disclosure, making revenue validation difficult. ⚠ Additionally, the investment range is exceptionally wide, spanning from $116,000 to over $700,000, which suggests significant variability in build-out costs that could impact capital planning.

Turning Point Franchise Systems presents a compelling value proposition characterized by elite unit economics, with an AUV of $1.7M substantially exceeding the high-end initial investment range of $1.58M. ✓ The system demonstrates operational stability and disciplined expansion, having opened five new outlets last year with zero closures and no history of litigation or bankruptcy. ✓ However, the brand remains in a nascent stage of scale with only 30 total outlets, meaning prospective franchisees must be comfortable with a limited network footprint despite the strong financial performance.

Bodyrok Franchise USA presents a high-barrier investment opportunity ranging from roughly $229k to $869k, supported by a clean operational history with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓. While the system maintains a perfect retention rate with zero closures last year, the brand remains small with only 30 total outlets and minimal expansion of 4 new units ⚠. The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant drawback for potential investors seeking quantifiable returns on a high-capital layout ⚠.

KickHouse is an early-stage fitness franchise demonstrating rapid expansion, having opened 28 outlets last year to bring its total count to 30. ✓ The investment entry point is flexible, ranging from roughly $105k to $495k, though the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes it difficult to validate potential returns. ⚠ Prospective buyers should proceed with caution due to the presence of active litigation and the inherent risks associated with a brand in its aggressive growth phase.

Painter Bros is demonstrating explosive growth momentum, having expanded its footprint by over 60% in a single year with 19 new openings against only 1 closure. ✓ The franchise offers a transparent financial picture with no litigation or bankruptcy history and a solid Average Unit Volume of $461,575. ⚠ However, the entry cost is significant, requiring a total investment of up to $1.2 million alongside a $75,000 franchise fee. This opportunity is best suited for investors with high capital capacity looking to partner with a rapidly scaling, financially transparent brand.

LEI Home Enhancements is a small-scale franchise with 30 outlets and an accessible total investment range of $61,100 to $141,700. ⚠ The network is contracting, having closed 3 outlets last year with zero new openings, signaling stalled momentum. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation makes it difficult for prospective franchisees to validate potential returns.

IM=X Pilates and Fitness operates as a small-scale franchise with 30 total outlets, showing a flat growth trajectory after opening and closing an equal number of locations last year. ✓ The entry strategy is flexible with a moderate franchise fee of $40,000 and a total investment range spanning from $72k to $225k. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant drawback for prospective investors analyzing potential returns. ⚠ Combined with the stagnant unit count, this lack of data transparency suggests caution despite the clean legal record.

TK Franchise Operations presents a low-risk profile with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, though it operates as a niche concept with a small footprint of 30 outlets. ✓ The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low fee of $18,750 and a moderate Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $451,651. ⚠ However, the wide total investment range ($96k–$749k) creates uncertainty regarding ROI, and growth appears stagnant with zero net expansion last year.

RobotLAB Franchising, LLC exhibits explosive growth momentum, having expanded from 6 to 30 outlets in a single year with zero closures. ✓ While the absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive indicator of stability, the Average Unit Volume of $26,042 is critically low relative to the $278k+ initial investment. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should treat this as an early-stage, high-risk opportunity where the current financial performance data suggests significant difficulty in achieving profitability. ⚠

b.good Franchise LLC demonstrates strong unit economics with an AUV of roughly $1.37 million against a mid-range total investment of $497k to $771k. ✓ The system exhibits robust health and momentum, having opened 9 new outlets last year with zero closures and a clean record regarding litigation or bankruptcy. ✓ While the franchise is currently small with 30 total outlets, the combination of a 5.0% royalty fee and disclosed financial performance presents a compelling value proposition for growth-minded investors.

Chanello's Pizza operates as a small-scale chain with 30 locations and no recent unit growth or closures, indicating a static market presence. ✓ The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $20,000 fee and total investment starting at $226,000, supported by a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant risk factor, as it prevents the verification of potential returns for a brand that is not currently expanding.

Fat Shack presents a compelling value proposition with a low $15,000 franchise fee and strong unit economics, evidenced by an impressive AUV of $919,149 against a mid-range total investment. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, offering stability for potential franchisees. ⚠ However, the system lacks momentum, showing essentially flat growth with only one unit opened and one closed last year across a small footprint of 30 outlets.

GrandStay Hospitality presents a high-risk profile characterized by minimal scale and a net loss in unit count, having closed more outlets than it opened last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a critical red flag for prospective investors, particularly given the massive variance in the total investment range. ✓ While the lack of a franchise fee and a standard 5.0% royalty offer a low-cost entry point, the system's stagnation and lack of performance data make it difficult to validate the business model.

YCA Franchising, Inc. operates as a very small chain with only 29 total outlets, indicating limited brand recognition and a minimal corporate footprint. ✓ The franchise offers a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy, and the Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $278,699 suggests a reasonable revenue-to-investment ratio. ⚠ However, the total investment can reach nearly $400,000, which is a significant capital requirement for a concept with such low revenue volume. Growth is currently slow but stable, with a net gain of only 2 units opened last year.

The Meadows Franchise Systems is a small, emerging brand with 29 total outlets that demonstrated stability last year by opening 3 new locations and closing none. ✓ The absence of litigation, bankruptcy, and a zero closure rate suggests strong operational health and unit viability. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant transparency risk, making it difficult to validate the wide investment range of $134,000 to $512,000.

United Axle presents a highly accessible entry point for automotive professionals with a low total investment of $65,000–$106,000 and a unique value proposition of zero ongoing royalties. ✓ The system demonstrates stability with no closures and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the concept is in a very early stage of scale with only 29 total outlets and minimal growth of 3 units last year. The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure further complicates the ability to validate the model’s potential return on investment.

Iron Tribe Franchise, LLC presents a high-barrier entry point with a total investment ranging from $360k to $544k, though this is mitigated by a strong Average Unit Volume (AUV) of roughly $594k. ✓ The brand maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, but its growth trajectory is concerning given the limited scale of 29 total outlets. ⚠ The most significant red flag is the negative net unit growth, with the franchise closing four locations while opening only two in the last year. ⚠

Spray-Net Inc. presents a compelling value proposition with a low-to-moderate entry cost of roughly $176k-$255k relative to a robust Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $469,436. ✓ The brand demonstrates positive growth momentum with a net gain of four outlets last year, signaling healthy market demand. ⚠ However, prospective investors should note the 7.0% royalty fee and the presence of litigation in the disclosure document as potential risk factors.

Westin represents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity within the hospitality sector, demanding a total investment ranging from $7.8M to $94.5M. ✓ The brand demonstrates exceptional stability and aggressive expansion, having opened 29 outlets in the last year with zero closures. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant drawback for investors, particularly given the substantial capital required and the lack of data on royalty structures.

NPR AUTO GROUP, LLC presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $315k to $1.6M, though the franchise offers a competitive 4.0% royalty rate and provides an Item 19 financial disclosure ✓. The system shows limited scale with 29 total outlets and is facing significant growth headwinds, having opened zero units while closing two in the last year ⚠. Additionally, prospective investors must exercise caution due to the presence of both litigation and bankruptcy disclosures on the record ⚠.

Pet Depot presents a low-risk administrative profile with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, but it suffers from extremely limited scale with only 29 total outlets. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant drawback, preventing a data-driven assessment of potential ROI against the wide investment range of $177,500 to $913,500. ⚠ Growth appears stagnant at best, evidenced by a net decline in outlets last year (2 closures vs 1 opening), signaling potential issues with market demand or unit sustainability.

Snaphouss Franchising USA, LLC is a low-barrier home service concept characterized by an accessible $9,900 franchise fee and a modest total investment starting at $31,300. ✓ The brand demonstrates aggressive expansion and strong market demand, having opened 16 outlets last year compared to only 2 closures. ✓ With a clean legal record and an Average Unit Volume of $103,042, the franchise offers a scalable entry point for operators seeking affordable initial costs.

Breadsmith Franchising Inc represents a high-capital bakery opportunity characterized by exceptional unit economics, boasting an AUV of roughly $1.38 million against a mid-range total investment of $330k to $506k. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal record with no litigation or bankruptcy history, and the 5% royalty fee is standard for the sector. ⚠ However, the system shows signs of stagnation or distress, having opened zero new units last year while recording a net loss in total outlets. ⚠ With only 29 locations, the brand lacks scale, making the high entry cost risky given the lack of recent growth momentum.

WNW Franchise Operations SPV, LLC presents a compelling financial profile with a high Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $1,301,435 and a low 4.0% royalty rate, complemented by recent positive growth of 5 new outlets and zero closures. ✓ However, the opportunity is tempered by a significant capital requirement of up to $1.35 million and major transparency risks due to disclosed litigation and bankruptcy history. ⚠ While the unit economics are strong, prospective investors must exercise extreme caution regarding the brand's financial and legal stability.

Protein Bar and Kitchen Franchising, LLC presents a compelling value proposition driven by an Item 19 AUV of $1,265,051, which offers strong potential revenue relative to the mid-range total investment of $369,500 - $685,500. ✓ The opportunity is further de-risked by a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy, alongside a highly accessible $12,000 franchise fee. ⚠ However, the brand operates at a minimal scale with only 29 total outlets and effectively flat growth, opening and closing 2 units last year.

16 Handles represents a low-barrier entry into frozen yogurt with a reasonable $20,000 franchise fee and strong unit economics, evidenced by an AUV of $603,210 against a mid-range total investment. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy issues offers additional stability, yet the brand operates at a very limited scale with only 29 total outlets. ⚠ Growth is effectively stagnant, with the system opening and closing an equal number of stores (2) last year, suggesting a lack of current momentum.

Speed Queen Laundry presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring a total capitalization of up to $1.98 million, though this entry point is somewhat mitigated by a competitive $20,000 franchise fee and a low 4.0% royalty structure. ✓ The network is in a nascent stage with only 29 total outlets, but the growth trajectory is positive with three times as many openings (6) as closures (2) last year. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy provides operational stability, yet the limited scale of the system poses a risk for franchisees seeking an established, large-scale support network. ⚠

OfficeZilla Franchise Company, LLC offers a highly accessible market entry with a total investment as low as $9,550 and a modest $5,000 franchise fee. ✓ The brand is demonstrating aggressive expansion momentum, having opened 9 outlets last year to reach a total of 28 units. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents verification of unit economics, and a high closure rate of 5 units suggests potential operational volatility.