Companies

Island Empanada is a very small, emerging concept with a low franchise fee of $15,000 and a total investment ranging from $137k to $250k. ✓ The brand shows positive momentum with a net growth of two units last year, indicating early market traction. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure combined with a history of bankruptcy presents significant risks for potential investors. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should exercise extreme caution given the limited operational scale and absence of verified earnings data.

Clear Pest Pros is a small-scale operation with only nine total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating a stagnant footprint despite offering a verified Item 19 financial disclosure ✓. The franchise presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment of $135k-$205k and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓. However, the combination of a high 7.0% royalty fee and a lack of recent expansion poses a risk regarding brand momentum and franchisor support ⚠.

Break Coffee Co Franchising LLC presents a high-risk investment opportunity characterized by a severe contraction in operations, evidenced by the closure of 10 outlets last year and zero new openings. While the entry cost is relatively low and the brand provides an Item 19 disclosure showing an AUV of $151,804, the 12% royalty fee is notably steep for a coffee concept. ⚠ The presence of litigation combined with a shrinking footprint suggests significant instability, making this a volatile prospect for new franchisees.

Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria is a micro-scale franchise with only 9 total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating a stagnant or plateaued system. ✓ The opportunity features a highly competitive low franchise fee ($9,500) and minimal royalty rate (2.75%), offering significant margin retention compared to major brands. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of unit economics, and the wide investment range ($61k–$277k) suggests high variability in setup costs.

Orizaba's Franchise Operation, LLC is a small but high-volume concept with an impressive AUV of $1,380,639 ✓. The franchise offers a stable foundation with no history of litigation or bankruptcy ✓, though the total investment is steep, ranging from $413k to $883k ⚠. While net growth is positive with 4 openings last year, the closure of 2 units indicates a 22% churn rate relative to the total footprint ⚠.

Franny's Farmacy operates as a small but stable emerging franchise with nine total outlets and zero closures in the last year. ✓ The investment model is highly attractive, featuring a low $13,750 franchise fee and a modest 3.0% royalty rate, while the Average Unit Volume of $335,003 suggests strong revenue potential relative to the mid-range startup costs. ✓ With no history of litigation or bankruptcy, the concept offers a clean financial profile, though the limited scale of nine units means the system is still in the early stages of validation.

Oola Bowls presents a compelling value proposition characterized by a low $10,000 franchise fee and exceptional unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume of $1,796,625. ✓ The brand demonstrates financial stability with no litigation or bankruptcy history and maintained positive net growth last year. ⚠ However, the system remains extremely small with only 9 total outlets, meaning the high total investment of up to $718,000 carries significant risk due to the lack of an established operational footprint.

Melt n Dip Franchising LLC presents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $351,700 to $518,600, yet it lacks the critical Item 19 financial performance data needed to validate this cost. ⚠ The network is extremely small with only 9 total outlets and minimal expansion of 1 unit opened last year, indicating an unproven and early-stage business model. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the absence of earnings disclosure makes this a high-risk venture for potential investors.

B & G Milkyway is a micro-scale franchise with only 9 total outlets, indicating a very limited market presence and minimal brand recognition. ✓ The investment range of $279,500 - $365,000 is relatively accessible, and the system shows stability with no closures or legal issues. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an objective assessment of potential ROI, and the addition of only one unit last year suggests a stagnant growth trajectory.

Town Square presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring a total spend between $850k and $1.4M, justified by a robust Average Unit Volume of $1.3M. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy, with zero closures reported last year. ⚠ However, the system is extremely small with only 9 total outlets and minimal expansion of just 1 unit opened, suggesting an unproven or slow-growth trajectory despite the strong per-unit economics.

Salty Trucks, LLC is an early-stage franchise concept with a minimal footprint of nine units, all of which were established in the last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment range of $72,250 to $255,750 offers a relatively accessible entry point, though the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes it impossible to validate potential returns. ⚠ Significant risk is present due to disclosed litigation and the unproven nature of the system, requiring prospective franchisees to proceed with extreme caution despite the initial growth momentum.

Crazy Running Franchising LLC operates a highly niche, micro-scale network with only 9 total outlets, indicating a young or specialized brand rather than a widespread operation. ✓ The franchise offers a very low barrier to entry with a total investment cap under $22,000 and zero closures or litigation history, suggesting stable unit-level economics. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation and a steep 20% royalty rate are significant red flags that limit transparency and reduce long-term profit potential for franchisees.

Marufuku Franchising represents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity requiring a total investment of up to $1.54M, but it validates this cost with exceptional unit economics and an AUV of nearly $2.4M. ✓ The system displays strong financial health and operational stability, evidenced by a clean legal record and zero closures last year. ✓ With a small footprint of only 9 outlets, the brand is in the early stages of scaling, having recently added 3 new units. ✓

IRIS Environmental Laboratories presents a low-barrier entry into the environmental testing sector with a modest total investment ($72k–$103k) and a small footprint of 9 outlets. ⚠ Significant risk factors include a net decline in system-wide units (5 closures vs. 4 openings last year) and an Average Unit Volume ($110,698) that appears tight relative to the 7% royalty fee. ✓ The franchise is financially transparent by providing an Item 19 and maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy.

Integrity 1st Car Pros Franchise Holdings LLC demonstrates strong unit-level economics with an Average Unit Volume of $1.29M and steady recent growth, adding two outlets with zero closures. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal record and offers financial transparency through an Item 19 disclosure. ✓ However, prospective franchisees must weigh the heavy $67,500 franchise fee and a significant 30% royalty rate against the high total investment of $431k-$667k. ⚠ With only 9 total outlets, the system remains small, representing a risk regarding brand scale and operational maturity. ⚠

Carousel’s Franchise Group, LLC is an early-stage concept characterized by a very low total investment entry point ($75k–$99k) and rapid recent growth, having expanded its footprint by 33% last year. ✓ The absence of unit closures and a clean legal record are strong indicators of operational stability for the existing base. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of unit economics, and the small network of only 9 outlets suggests an unproven, high-risk model for new investors.

The Budlong operates as a small, static chain with only 9 total outlets and zero recent growth, indicating a lack of momentum in the competitive fast-casual market. ✓ The franchise offers a low entry point with a $30,000 fee and no history of litigation or bankruptcy, but ⚠ the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents prospective franchisees from validating potential earnings. ⚠ Additionally, the wide total investment range of $178,000 to $989,500 creates significant uncertainty regarding capital requirements, making this a high-risk opportunity for data-driven investors.

PAINT CORPS Franchise Group, LLC is an early-stage concept with a very small footprint of 9 total outlets, indicating limited market validation and brand recognition. ✓ The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $15,000 fee and a total investment starting at roughly $68k, with no recent closures or litigation. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant risk for investors seeking data-backed returns. ⚠ The brand's minimal scale and lack of earnings transparency suggest this is a high-risk opportunity best suited for operators comfortable with ground-floor startups.

Black Beer, LLC presents a high-risk profile due to its minimal scale of 9 units and a troubling growth trajectory that saw 4 outlets close compared to only 1 opening last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure removes visibility into unit economics, compounding the risk associated with the brand's net contraction. ✓ While the franchise offers a low entry fee of $25,000 and a clean legal record, the total investment of up to $448,500 is difficult to justify given the lack of momentum and performance data.

Valhallan, LLC is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only 9 total outlets. ✓ The franchise exhibits strong recent momentum and zero unit closures over the last year, while maintaining a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ With a total investment range of $82,950 to $329,850, the entry cost is reasonable, though the 7.0% royalty fee is standard to high. ⚠ Prospective buyers should note the lack of historical longevity given the brand's small size.

Palm Berries Franchise is a small but stable concept with 9 total outlets and zero closures last year, signaling operational consistency. ✓ The investment range of $221,000 to $513,500 is moderate, though the $35,000 franchise fee and 5.0% royalty are standard for the segment. ✓ With only 2 new openings, growth is slow, but the lack of litigation or bankruptcy provides a clean risk profile. ✓

Romp n' Roll presents a stable, low-risk profile with no litigation, bankruptcy, or unit closures, though it operates as a very small system with only 9 total outlets and zero recent growth. ✓ The franchise offers a solid Average Unit Volume ($462,920) relative to the mid-range total investment ($321,800 - $475,450), suggesting a potentially efficient return on capital. ⚠ However, prospective franchisees should note the combination of a high 8.0% royalty fee and a lack of recent expansion activity, which may indicate limited brand momentum or market saturation.

REED is a micro-scale franchise with only 9 total outlets, though it is currently in a rapid growth phase having opened 8 units last year. ✓ The opportunity features a highly accessible entry point with a low $3,000 franchise fee and a total investment as low as $16,000. ⚠ However, the 10% royalty fee is steep for the investment level, and the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of potential earnings. ⚠ Additionally, a 22% closure rate (2 closed units) relative to the system size suggests operational risks that must be scrutinized.

Milkshake Factory presents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $462,545 to $697,024, which is significant given its minimal footprint of only 9 total outlets. ✓ The lack of litigation, bankruptcy, or closures indicates stable operational management, but the addition of only one unit last year reveals a slow growth trajectory. ⚠ A major red flag for prospective investors is the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, making it impossible to validate potential returns against the steep entry cost and standard 6.0% royalty fee.

Appell is a micro-scale franchise with only 9 total units, though it is currently in an early growth phase with 6 openings and only 1 closure last year. ✓ The entry point is accessible with a moderate $35,000 fee and a total investment range of $105k-$274k, but the 8.0% royalty rate is high for a brand of this size. ⚠ While the absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive sign, the lack of historical scale presents a significant risk for prospective franchisees.

Pampered Peach Wax Bar is a micro-scale franchise concept that has doubled its footprint to nine outlets in a single year, demonstrating aggressive early growth. ✓ The investment model is highly attractive for first-time owners, featuring a $0 franchise fee and a moderate total cost of under $200k. ✓ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant drawback, as it prevents prospective franchisees from validating the unit economics or potential profitability. ⚠ While the absence of litigation and closures is a positive sign, the brand is still in a nascent stage with limited market penetration.

Squisito Pizza and Pasta operates as a very small, stable chain with only 9 total locations and minimal net growth. ✓ The franchise demonstrates strong economic viability with an Average Unit Volume exceeding $1 million against a mid-range investment cost. ⚠ However, the single unit opened last year indicates a lack of significant expansion momentum.

Salt Suite presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $238,650 to $483,100, yet it fails to provide an Item 19 financial performance representation. ✓ The franchise exhibits operational stability with zero closures or litigation, but its scale is extremely limited at only 9 total outlets. ⚠ Growth is virtually stagnant with only one unit opened last year, suggesting the concept lacks current market momentum despite the clean legal record.

Haven Hot Chicken presents a compelling value proposition with exceptional unit economics, boasting an AUV of over $1.9 million against a mid-range total investment. ✓ The brand demonstrates healthy early-stage momentum, having doubled its footprint last year with zero closures and no litigation or bankruptcy history. ✓ However, with only 9 total outlets, the system is in its infancy, meaning the concept remains largely unproven at scale. ⚠

Contender eSports, LLC is a nascent franchise concept with a limited footprint of 9 units, though it demonstrated recent momentum by opening 4 outlets last year. ✓ The entry point is relatively accessible with a total investment between $215,980 and $350,030, and the corporate structure is clean with no history of litigation or bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag for investors, as it prevents an objective analysis of potential profitability. Additionally, the closure of 2 units last year suggests potential operational growing pains alongside its expansion.

Popup Bagels is an early-stage concept showing promising initial traction, having grown its footprint by roughly 125% last year to reach 9 total outlets with zero closures. ✓ The investment range of $312k to $884k is moderate for the fast-casual sector, though the 6.0% royalty fee sits at the higher end of the industry standard. ⚠ A significant risk for prospective buyers is the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation, which leaves potential ROI unverified by the franchisor.

Taco Pros presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $456,500 to $583,600, yet it fails to provide an Item 19 financial disclosure to substantiate this cost. ⚠ The network is extremely small with only 9 total outlets, and growth is effectively stagnant with one opening offset by one closure last year. ⚠ While the lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive baseline, the combination of high fees and zero financial transparency makes this a high-risk proposition for potential franchisees.

GDK presents a high-barrier-to-entry investment opportunity with a total cost ranging up to $1.1M, yet it lacks the Item 19 financial performance data usually expected to justify such a significant capital outlay. ✓ The brand demonstrates operational stability with zero closures and a clean legal record, though the absolute scale remains very small with only 9 total outlets. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must rely heavily on the modest growth trajectory of 2 new units, as the absence of earnings disclosures makes risk assessment difficult.

Eggspectation offers a high-revenue opportunity with an AUV of nearly $4.5 million, though this requires a substantial initial investment ranging from $2 million to $2.5 million. The system is currently contracting, evidenced by the closure of three units last year compared to just two openings, which signals potential consolidation. While the absence of bankruptcy is a positive, the presence of litigation and the high capital requirement create a risk profile best suited for experienced operators.

The Original Steaks and Hoagies presents a low-barrier entry point into the food service sector with a reasonable franchise fee and a total investment starting at roughly $112k. ✓ The brand demonstrates operational stability and positive momentum, having opened two outlets last year with zero closures. ⚠ However, the system lacks scale with only 8 total units and does not provide an Item 19 financial disclosure, making it difficult for investors to validate potential returns.

Blue Martini presents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $3.4M to $13M, suggesting a focus on upscale, large-format venues rather than rapid expansion. ⚠ Significant risk factors include a complete lack of recent growth (0 outlets opened), the absence of financial performance data in Item 19, and a disclosure of litigation. ✓ With a standard 5.0% royalty and a stable footprint of 8 outlets, the concept appears to prioritize maintaining existing locations over aggressive scaling.

Renew Medic is a high-barrier-to-entry medical franchise requiring a total investment between roughly $398,000 and $1.1 million. ✓ The system demonstrates strong momentum and operational health, having doubled its footprint last year with 4 new openings and 0 closures. ✓ While the $67,000 franchise fee and 7.0% royalty are standard for the sector, the significant capital requirement suggests this opportunity is best suited for well-capitalized investors.

SWTHZ is a high-growth emerging brand with a small footprint of 8 units, having doubled its size last year with 4 openings and zero closures. ✓ The franchise offers a compelling value proposition with an AUV of $569,980 against a mid-range investment of $482k-$897k, though the 6.0% royalty fee is standard. ⚠ Prospective investors must conduct due diligence regarding the active litigation disclosed in the FDD.

Bin Blasters is a high-risk micro-scale franchise with only 8 total units and a stagnant growth trajectory, having opened and closed an equal number of outlets (2) last year. ⚠ The total investment of $129,050 - $363,900 is steep relative to the system's limited size, and the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation prevents validation of potential returns. ✓ The lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a slight positive, but the combination of high fees and zero net growth suggests the concept lacks proven momentum.

Home Care for the 21st Century is a high-touch, premium-priced investment in the non-medical home care sector, characterized by a steep total entry cost of up to $273,500 and an above-average royalty fee of 6.9%. ✓ The franchise exhibits an impressive growth trajectory and operational stability, having doubled its footprint last year with 6 new openings and zero closures. ✓ With an Average Unit Volume of $345,392 against a high initial investment, new franchisees should rigorously analyze ROI timelines to ensure the premium entry cost yields sufficient margins.

Accurate Leak and Line presents a compelling value proposition driven by extraordinary unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $13.19 million that vastly outperforms typical home service brands. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean history with no litigation or bankruptcies and achieved modest but stable growth last year by opening two outlets with zero closures. ⚠ However, the system remains extremely small with only 8 total locations, meaning prospective buyers must weigh the high revenue potential against the limited proof of concept and operational support typical of a larger network. The total investment of $93,750 to $285,150 is reasonable relative to the massive revenue potential, though the 7.0% royalty fee is a standard consideration.

Lazy Daisy presents a low-barrier market entry with a competitive 3.0% royalty rate and a total investment starting at $97,000. ✓ The absence of litigation and recent closures suggests stable, conservative management. ⚠ However, the system is extremely small with only 8 total outlets and negligible growth of one unit last year. ⚠ The lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure further complicates the ability to project potential returns.

Dental Assistant U is a micro-scale concept with only 8 total units, indicating a limited market presence despite steady recent growth. ✓ The franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a $20,000 fee and zero closures, but ⚠ the 20% royalty rate is steep and the reported AUV of $173 suggests the revenue model may be constrained or reported on a metric other than gross sales. Prospective franchisees should perform significant due diligence to validate the earnings potential against the high ongoing costs.

This franchise presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment starting at $51,800 ✓, but the 14.0% royalty rate is significantly high relative to the brand's limited scale of only 8 outlets ⚠. The network is currently stagnant with zero openings or closures last year, offering stability but no clear growth trajectory ⚠. Additionally, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents prospective franchisees from validating the potential return on investment ⚠.

Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai is a high-capital investment opportunity requiring a total spend of up to $1.42M, positioning it at the premium end of the fast-casual market. ✓ The franchise demonstrates operational stability with no unit closures or litigation, though the system is extremely small with only 8 total outlets. ⚠ Growth is stagnant with only one unit opened recently, and the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an objective assessment of potential ROI.

Holy Schnitzel is a micro-scale franchise concept with only 8 total outlets, indicating a limited operational footprint and brand maturity. ✓ The investment range of $425k to $742k is paired with a standard royalty structure, and the system shows recent momentum with 2 openings against 1 closure. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant risk for investors, as there is no data to validate potential returns. ⚠ Additionally, the small network size suggests limited support infrastructure compared to more established competitors.

Nora Mental Health presents a compelling, low-risk profile in the outpatient mental health sector, characterized by a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ The franchise offers an accessible total investment ($103.5k–$228k) paired with a robust Average Unit Volume of $563,569, suggesting strong unit-level economics. ✓ With 50% system-wide growth last year and zero closures, the brand demonstrates high demand and effective operational execution despite its small current footprint of 8 outlets. ✓

Cascadia Pizza Co Franchising LLC represents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $346,742 to $676,510, paired with a standard 6.0% royalty fee. ✓ The franchise exhibits a clean risk profile with no litigation or bankruptcy history, and it maintains positive momentum by opening two outlets last year with zero closures. ✓ However, the system is currently in the nascent stages of scaling with only eight total outlets, meaning prospective franchisees are buying into a concept with limited operational proof of scale. ⚠ The presence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a critical positive for transparency, yet the brand remains a small, unproven player in the competitive pizza segment.

Modo Yoga International presents a high-barrier investment opportunity with a total cost ranging from $463k to $931k, though it is supported by a robust Average Unit Volume of $1,967,829. ✓ Despite the strong revenue potential, the system is showing signs of stagnation with zero new openings and two closures recently. ⚠ With a footprint of only eight locations, the franchise lacks scale, making it a high-risk venture for potential franchisees.

Asian Box presents a compelling financial profile with a high Average Unit Volume of nearly $2 million, which supports the steep total investment of $404,100 to $890,000. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy provides operational stability, though the static footprint of only 8 outlets with zero growth indicates a lack of scalability. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the strong revenue potential against the risks of investing in a brand with a completely stagnant expansion trajectory.