Companies

Natural Life Franchise Corp. is a boutique-scale concept with 19 outlets that is demonstrating strong momentum, having opened 8 new locations last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment range of $205k-$354k offers a low barrier to entry relative to the disclosed AUV of $282,784, suggesting a potentially efficient return on capital. ✓ With no history of litigation or bankruptcy, the franchise presents a clean risk profile and a compelling growth trajectory for investors seeking an emerging brand. ✓

Frost Shades Franchising LLC is in a rapid growth phase, having expanded from a small base to 19 outlets with 14 openings and zero closures last year. ✓ The low total investment of $55,550 to $119,200 offers an accessible entry point, though the 7.0% royalty fee is significant relative to the initial franchise fee. ⚠ Prospective buyers must exercise extreme caution due to the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation and the presence of disclosed litigation.

Lovely Bride presents a boutique bridal retail opportunity characterized by a low franchise fee and a stable footprint of 19 units. ✓ The absence of litigation or bankruptcy and a net positive growth rate last year suggest a healthy, low-risk operational structure. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes it difficult for prospective franchisees to validate potential returns against the significant $250k–$600k investment. ⚠ Additionally, the minimal expansion of only one unit annually indicates a slow-growth trajectory that may limit brand leverage.

Crawlspace Ninja presents a compelling value proposition driven by an exceptionally high Average Unit Volume of roughly $1.19 million, which suggests strong unit-level economics against a mid-range total investment of $210k to $457k. ✓ However, the system remains small with only 19 total outlets, and growth appears stagnant with zero net expansion last year. ⚠ While the absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive indicator, prospective franchisees must carefully weigh the 7.0% royalty fee against the brand's limited scale and current stagnation.

RPG Franchising, LLC is a concept with limited scale, operating only 19 total outlets. ✓ The opportunity features a low total investment entry point of $60k to $110k and provides financial performance disclosures. ⚠ However, the system shows zero net growth with 8 openings offset by 8 closures last year, and the presence of litigation creates additional risk for prospective franchisees.

TSL Kids Crew operates as a very small franchise with only 19 units and concerning stagnation, having opened zero outlets while closing one in the last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an objective assessment of potential ROI, and the presence of litigation creates an additional layer of risk for investors. While the $30,000 franchise fee offers a lower barrier to entry, the wide total investment range of $130,000 to $690,000 suggests significant variability in setup costs.

Chatime presents a low-risk footprint with only 19 outlets and minimal net growth of 2 units last year, indicating a stable but small market presence. ✓ The franchise offers a transparent financial picture with an Item 19 disclosure showing an AUV of $369,865 against a mid-tier investment of $293,100 to $479,900. ⚠ Prospective buyers should note the presence of litigation and carefully evaluate if the 5.0% royalty fee supports the brand's limited scale and growth trajectory.

Killer Burger presents a compelling value proposition characterized by robust unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume of $1,256,214 that significantly outweighs the mid-range total investment of $400,500 to $739,000. ✓ The system demonstrates operational stability and effective management, evidenced by a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, as well as a net positive growth trajectory with three openings and zero closures last year. ✓ While the brand maintains a small footprint of 19 outlets, its strong financial performance metrics suggest a solid foundation for potential scalability.

Cowboy Chicken Franchising, Lp is a small but stable operator with only 18 total outlets and zero net growth last year. ✓ The franchise demonstrates strong unit-level economics with an AUV of over $2.1 million against a mid-range total investment of $581k to $1.4 million. ✓ With no litigation, bankruptcy, or unit closures, the concept offers a clean record, though the lack of recent openings suggests a very slow expansion trajectory. ⚠

Shuckin Shack Franchising LLC offers a high-barrier entry with a total investment ranging from $456,750 to over $1.4 million, justified by a strong Item 19 AUV of $1.4 million. The system shows steady, organic growth with 18 total outlets and a net positive unit count last year, though the 5.5% royalty rate is a notable consideration for margins. ✓ The brand provides financial transparency and has zero history of litigation or bankruptcy, indicating a stable operator. ⚠ However, the high capital requirement and relatively small footprint of 18 locations suggest this is an emerging brand where unit-level consistency at scale is still being proven.

Griffin Waste Service presents a low-risk profile with a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy, complemented by a net positive growth trajectory of four new units and zero closures last year. ✓ The franchise offers an accessible entry point with a low $10,000 fee and a minimal 4.0% royalty rate, though the total investment remains a significant mid-range commitment of $161k to $234k. ✓ With only 18 total outlets, the system is currently small in scale, suggesting the brand is in an early stage of expansion rather than market saturation. ✓ The inclusion of an Item 19 financial disclosure provides essential transparency for potential investors evaluating this niche service opportunity.

Children's Orchard presents a low-barrier resale franchise model with an accessible total investment ($212,500 - $326,500) and a strong Average Unit Volume ($362,879) relative to startup costs. ⚠ However, the system is facing significant stagnation and contraction, having opened zero new units while closing two outlets in the last year. Combined with a very small footprint of only 18 total locations and disclosed litigation, this concept carries high risk regarding brand stability and future growth trajectory.

Stride is a high-growth concept demonstrating strong momentum, having expanded its footprint by roughly 44% last year with zero closures. ✓ While the Item 19 disclosure offers transparency, the Average Unit Volume of $299,022 appears modest relative to the total investment of $381k-$555k and a steep 7.0% royalty fee. ⚠ Prospective investors must also perform due diligence regarding the disclosed litigation history. ⚠

Image Studios 360 presents a high-risk profile characterized by a severe growth stagnation and unit contraction, having opened zero outlets while closing five in the last year. ⚠ The total investment of $579,450 to $1,320,250 is extremely heavy relative to the Average Unit Volume of $282,051, suggesting a precarious path to profitability for new investors. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy provides minor operational solace, but the brand's inability to expand indicates fundamental issues with the current market fit.

Lefab Franchisor, LLC is a small-scale operation with only 18 total units, though it demonstrates positive momentum with three openings against one closure last year. ✓ The investment profile is attractive, offering a low entry point relative to the Average Unit Volume of $449,411, and the company maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ However, the limited footprint means the system lacks the stability of a mature brand, and the 6.0% royalty fee requires verification against industry norms for this specific sector. ⚠

Kitchen Wise, LLC offers a low-cost entry into the home improvement sector with a total investment under $150,000 and a solid Average Unit Volume of $138,307. The system demonstrates encouraging stability and growth, evidenced by 6 new openings in the last year and zero closures. However, prospective franchisees must proceed with caution due to the presence of litigation and a relatively small footprint of 18 total outlets.

Illy Caffè represents a high-barrier-to-entry, premium retail opportunity characterized by a very high total investment reaching nearly $2 million. ✓ The brand demonstrates solid unit stability with minimal closures and steady recent growth, while maintaining a clean legal record. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant risk for investors given the substantial capital required. ⚠ Additionally, the small footprint of only 18 total outlets indicates the franchise is still in a nascent, limited scale stage.

Dos Toros Taqueria presents a high-barrier entry model with a total investment ranging from $1M to $1.5M, yet it lacks the critical Item 19 financial performance data needed to justify this capital outlay. ⚠ The brand is struggling with momentum, having opened zero new units while closing two existing outlets in the last year, indicating a stagnant or contracting footprint. ⚠ Additional risk factors include disclosed litigation and the absence of recent growth, making this a precarious opportunity for potential franchisees.

SWEAT445 is a high-growth boutique fitness concept demonstrating strong consumer demand, evidenced by an impressive 50% unit count expansion (9 new outlets) over the last year. ✓ The franchise offers exceptional unit-level economics with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $818,617, significantly outperforming the total investment range of $277,900 to $681,100. ✓ While the 7.0% royalty fee is standard for the sector, the single outlet closure and lack of litigation or bankruptcy indicate a healthy and stable system. ✓

Atl International presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment of $94.8k-$137k and a clean background record regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓. However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents prospective franchisees from verifying potential earnings ⚠. The most critical concern is the brand's negative growth trajectory, with a net loss of one unit last year reducing the total footprint to just 18 outlets ⚠.

Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts represents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a massive total investment ranging from $22 million to $196 million. ✓ The brand demonstrates strong growth momentum and positive unit velocity, having opened four outlets compared to just one closure last year. ⚠ Prospective investors must navigate a complex risk profile, as the disclosure indicates active litigation despite the absence of bankruptcy.

360 Tour Designs represents a low-barrier market entry with a total investment between $44,780 and $56,050, though the relatively high 9.0% royalty fee significantly impacts margins on the disclosed AUV of $215,286. ✓ The brand demonstrates positive momentum with five new outlets opened and zero closures last year, indicating a healthy, growing system. ⚠ Prospective investors should proceed with caution regarding the reported litigation and carefully validate the sustainability of demand for virtual tour services in their specific territory.

Gong cha exhibits strong recent momentum with six new outlets opened and zero closures last year, signaling healthy demand for the brand despite its currently small footprint of 18 units. ✓ The franchise offers a competitive 3.0% royalty rate, though prospective investors must navigate a wide total investment range of $188k to $684k. ⚠ The lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of unit economics, and the presence of litigation requires careful due diligence before committing to the high $115,000 franchise fee. ⚠

Movita Juice Bar operates as a small, niche concept with only 18 total outlets, indicating limited brand recognition and market penetration. ✓ The franchise demonstrates stability with no closures or litigation, though the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes it difficult for prospective franchisees to validate potential returns. ⚠ While the investment range of $412,500 to $530,000 is moderate for the sector, the combination of a high 7.0% royalty fee and minimal recent growth (only 2 openings) suggests a cautious outlook.

Club SciKidz LLC represents a low-barrier entry into the education market with a total investment of $74,400 to $88,500, making it highly accessible compared to brick-and-mortar franchises. ✓ The brand demonstrates a healthy growth trajectory with a net gain of two units last year and provides financial transparency through an Item 19 disclosure. ✓ However, potential investors should note the limited scale of only 18 total outlets and the presence of litigation in the franchise’s history. ⚠ Additionally, the 7.0% royalty fee is standard but requires careful management to ensure profitability within the mid-range investment tier.

Images 4 Kids is a micro-scale franchise experiencing rapid expansion, having grown its footprint by nearly 40% last year with zero closures. ✓ The low total investment of roughly $35k-$42k offers a highly accessible entry point, though the absence of an Item 19 prevents verification of unit economics. ⚠ With only 18 total outlets and no disclosed royalty structure, the system lacks the maturity and data transparency typically required for a secure investment. ⚠

The Yard Milkshake Bar Franchising, LLC is a high-growth, emerging concept with a small footprint of 18 outlets that expanded significantly last year by opening 8 new locations with zero closures. ✓ The investment range of $281,975 to $627,250 is substantial for a dessert QSR, though the opportunity is de-risked by the presence of an Item 19 financial performance representation and a clean leadership record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ While the 6.0% royalty fee is standard, the brand’s rapid scaling trajectory and operational stability suggest a strong market position despite the limited current scale.

R-Wellness, LLC presents a high-barrier-to-entry investment opportunity with a total cost ranging from $259,500 to $382,500 and a steep $42,500 franchise fee. ⚠ The system exhibits significant stagnation and contraction, having opened zero new outlets in the last year while closing one, effectively shrinking the footprint to just 18 units. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a critical red flag for potential investors given the lack of recent growth momentum.

Kee & Associates International, LLC is a high-growth concept demonstrating strong momentum, having expanded its footprint by 50% last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment range of $208k–$457k is substantial, anchored by a premium $70,000 franchise fee, yet the absence of an Item 19 prevents prospective franchisees from validating potential returns against actual data. ⚠ While the lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive indicator, the system remains small at 18 total outlets, meaning operational processes may still be maturing.

TRYP by Wyndham presents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity characterized by a massive total investment range of $1.2M to $32M, necessitating significant capital and real estate capability. ✓ The franchise demonstrates operational stability with a clean legal record and Item 19 financial disclosure, while ⚠ its minimal net growth of one unit last year suggests a slow expansion trajectory. With only 17 total outlets, this brand offers a selective mid-scale hospitality investment rather than rapid scaling.

Home Matters Caregiving is a small but rapidly expanding concept with an impressive 100% growth rate last year, adding 8 new units without any closures. ✓ The zero franchise fee significantly lowers the barrier to entry, creating a highly attractive total investment range of $92k-$166k compared to industry standards. ✓ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents potential franchisees from validating the economic viability or potential return on investment. ⚠ Additionally, the small current scale of 17 outlets suggests the brand is still in the early stages of proving its long-term operational stability. ⚠

NiteLites presents an accessible entry point for investors with a total estimated investment ranging from $66,275 to $110,785 ✓, complemented by a competitive $14,995 franchise fee ✓. However, the system exhibits significant stagnation and contraction risks, having opened zero units and closed one outlet last year, resulting in a very small footprint of only 17 total outlets ⚠. The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation combined with a disclosure of ongoing litigation further complicates the investment thesis ⚠.

South Bay Souporation presents a high-barrier entry point with a total investment ranging from $391,100 to $759,180, yet it fails to provide an Item 19 financial performance representation to substantiate this cost. ⚠ The most critical red flag is the brand's negative growth trajectory, having closed four outlets last year compared to opening only one, shrinking the total footprint to just 17 units. ✓ Administrative risks appear low as the company reports no bankruptcy or litigation history, but the combination of a high price point and net unit contraction suggests significant market viability concerns.

PieZoni's Franchising, LLC presents a low-barrier entry point with a reasonable $25,000 franchise fee and 5.0% royalty rate ✓. However, the system is showing clear signs of distress with zero recent unit growth and a net loss of three outlets last year ⚠. The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure further complicates the investment thesis, leaving potential franchisees without critical performance data to justify the $330,000 capital risk ⚠.

Renew Crew presents a low-barrier entry into the outdoor cleaning and restoration market with a total investment of $108,200 to $148,600 and Item 19 financial transparency ✓. However, the system is facing a severe contraction, having closed 10 outlets last year compared to opening only one, signaling major operational or market viability risks ⚠. Additionally, prospective buyers must scrutinize the disclosed litigation history and the limited scale of only 17 total outlets before committing ⚠.

KCA Holdings, LLC is a small-scale franchise operation comprising 17 units, but it demonstrates strong momentum with 5 new outlets opened and zero closures last year. ✓ The investment requirement of $242,050 to $448,100 is moderate, though potential profitability must be weighed against a relatively high 8.0% royalty fee. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy provides a clean risk profile, making this a solid opportunity despite its limited current size.

DapperTails LLC is a small-scale operation with only 17 total outlets and no available data regarding recent unit openings or closures. ✓ The franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a total investment ranging from $103,500 to $242,000 and maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents potential investors from validating the business model's profitability. ⚠ Additionally, the combination of a high 7.0% royalty fee and minimal brand scale presents a significant risk for new franchisees.

Casual Pint Franchising, Inc. presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $955,100 to $1,754,950, though it is supported by a reasonable 5.0% royalty fee and disclosed average unit volumes of $762,568. ⚠ Significant risk factors overshadow the financial transparency, including a stagnant footprint of 17 total units, zero growth last year, and the closure of three outlets during the same period. The combination of active litigation and a shrinking system suggests operational headwinds that prospective franchisees must scrutinize closely against the high capital requirement.

Alair Homes presents a high barrier to entry with a total investment starting at $273,280 and a steep franchise fee of $252,000. ⚠ Significant risks are evident due to a lack of recent growth (0 outlets opened), the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, and a history of both litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ With only 17 total outlets and zero net growth last year, the franchise lacks both scale and proven momentum to justify the capital requirement.

Legacy Franchisors operates as a micro-scale network with only 17 total units and a concerning negative growth trajectory, having closed four outlets while opening only three last year. ✓ The franchise offers a low entry barrier with a total investment starting at roughly $50k and a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the financial performance is lackluster with an AUV of roughly $140k, which is likely insufficient to sustain the standard 7.0% royalty rate and generate significant owner income. This opportunity is high-risk given the system's stagnation and limited economies of scale.

Poki Bowl demonstrates strong unit economics with an AUV of $490,333 against a mid-range total investment of $187,750 to $423,000, suggesting a compelling return on investment potential ✓. The brand is in a rapid growth phase, having opened 7 new outlets last year compared to only 1 closure, signaling healthy market demand and expansion momentum ✓. However, prospective investors should note the presence of past litigation and a slightly elevated royalty fee of 5.5% ⚠.

VaVia demonstrates aggressive growth with 5 new openings in the last year against a single closure, indicating positive unit momentum despite a relatively small system size of 17 outlets. The investment range is highly accessible, starting under $120k, though the upper variance suggests significant location-dependent costs. While the availability of an Item 19 is a major plus for due diligence, prospective franchisees must carefully weigh the 8% royalty fee and the presence of active litigation before entering this emerging brand.

Singas Famous presents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from roughly $474k to over $1 million, yet it offers a competitive royalty rate of 5% and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ The franchise maintains a stable footprint of 17 outlets with zero closures last year, though growth is stagnant with only one unit opened. ⚠ A significant risk for prospective investors is the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, which prevents the verification of potential earnings given the substantial capital required. ⚠

ISI Elite Training is a high-growth boutique fitness concept demonstrating aggressive expansion, having increased its footprint by over 50% last year with zero closures. ✓ The franchise presents a solid operational foundation with no history of bankruptcy or litigation and provides financial performance data in its Item 19. ✓ However, the total investment range of $295k to $495k is significant relative to the current small scale of only 17 total outlets. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should note that while the 7% royalty is standard for the sector, the concept is still in the early stages of proving widespread market saturation.

Apna Bazar operates as a micro-scale franchise with only 17 units and zero recent growth, signaling a stagnant expansion trajectory. ⚠ The investment requirement is exceptionally high at up to $6.58 million, yet the franchise lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure, preventing prospective investors from validating potential returns against the substantial entry cost. ✓ The brand maintains a clean legal record with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, though the absence of new openings suggests limited market momentum.

AMH Enterprises, Inc. is a low-barrier-to-entry franchise with a total investment ranging from $52k to $150k, making it highly accessible for new operators. ✓ The brand demonstrates strong recent momentum with a net gain of four units last year and a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the system remains very small at only 17 total outlets and lacks an Item 19 financial performance representation, limiting visibility into potential returns.

Anchor Bar presents a compelling value proposition driven by strong unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume of $2.5 million justifying the high total investment of up to $1.8 million. ✓ The system displays operational stability and clean legal standing, having closed zero outlets last year while reporting no litigation or bankruptcy issues. ✓ However, the brand operates at a very limited scale with only 17 total outlets, and the slow growth rate of just 4 new openings suggests potential challenges regarding market penetration and franchise velocity. ⚠

Sedona Taphouse represents a high-barrier-to-entry investment opportunity with a total cost ranging up to $2.5 million, yet it offers a highly competitive fee structure with a low $20,000 franchise fee and 4.5% royalty rate. ✓ The system displays operational stability with no closures, though growth is extremely slow with only one unit opened recently and a small footprint of 17 total outlets. ⚠ A significant risk for prospective buyers is the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, which prevents the verification of potential returns for this costly venture. ⚠

Doodle Bugs! Children's Learning Academy operates as a small-scale franchise with only 17 total outlets and minimal recent expansion, opening just one location last year. ✓ The corporate structure appears stable with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, though the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes it difficult for potential investors to validate earnings. ⚠ The franchise requires a substantial capital commitment, with total investment costs ranging from roughly $493,000 to over $6.6 million, representing a high barrier to entry given the limited brand footprint.

Ivy Kids Early Learning Center represents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a substantial franchise fee of $110,500 and a total investment range that peaks above $9 million, though this capital requirement is supported by a strong Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $2.2 million. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal record with no litigation or bankruptcy history, but its growth trajectory is stagnant with zero net unit growth (1 opened, 1 closed) across a small footprint of 17 outlets. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the brand's proven revenue generation against the risks associated with its high royalty rate (7.0%) and minimal recent expansion.