Companies

JBL Roofing & Construction is a low-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $34,400 to $70,800, making it highly accessible compared to industry standards. ✓ The franchise demonstrates strong momentum, having doubled its footprint last year with four new openings and zero closures. ⚠ However, the 20% royalty fee is steep, and the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents a clear assessment of unit economics.

Kennedy Franchising USA Inc. is a micro-scale operation with only 7 total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating a stagnant or unproven business model. While the franchise offers a low cost of entry ($88.5k-$162.5k) and a modest $10,000 fee, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents potential investors from validating profitability. ⚠ The combination of minimal scale and absent financial performance data represents a significant risk for prospective franchisees.

GROOMBAR presents an accessible entry point into the pet grooming sector with a low franchise fee of $25,500 and a total investment starting at $53,800 ✓. However, the system shows significant volatility, having closed five outlets in the last year against the seven opened, resulting in a very small footprint of only seven total units ⚠. The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure further complicates the investment thesis, leaving prospective franchisees without verified earnings data to justify the risk associated with this early-stage brand ⚠.

Fly Alliance is a high-barrier-to-entry aviation franchise with a steep $100,000 fee and a total investment reaching up to $346,110. ✓ The brand displays promising early momentum with positive net growth (2 new units) and a clean legal record, but the small footprint of 7 outlets makes it a speculative venture. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant risk for investors, particularly given the high capital requirement and above-average 10% royalty rate.

Gofer Ice Cream presents a financially stable opportunity with a clean background, boasting no litigation or bankruptcy issues and an Average Unit Volume ($431k) that suggests strong unit-level economics. ✓ However, the brand operates at a micro-scale with only 7 total outlets and minimal expansion of just 1 unit opened last year, indicating a lack of market momentum. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the moderate $25k fee and significant total investment against the risks of partnering with a concept that has not yet proven it can scale.

Scoop Hero Franchising, LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of seven units, though it posted positive net growth last year. ✓ The investment entry point is highly accessible, but the 7.0% royalty fee is aggressive relative to the brand's lack of market presence. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant risk for investors, as there is no data to validate the economic model or unit-level profitability. ⚠

American Kolache presents a compelling value proposition with a low total investment entry point ($224,968 - $331,769) relative to a robust Average Unit Volume of $749,069. ✓ The franchise demonstrates operational stability with no closures or litigation, though its limited scale of only 7 units makes it a younger, emerging concept. ⚠ While the growth trajectory is currently slow with only 2 openings last year, the clean legal history and strong revenue potential offer a solid foundation for early adopters.

Picklr Franchise Inc is a high-growth concept in the early stages of scaling, evidenced by opening six outlets last year to reach a total of seven locations. ✓ The franchise demonstrates financial transparency with an Item 19 disclosure and a clean leadership record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, prospective investors face significant risk given the high total investment of up to $885,500 against a low Average Unit Volume of $300,673, which suggests a challenging path to profitability. Additionally, the closure of one unit represents a sizable 14% attrition rate for such a small system.

Preloved is a boutique-scale franchise with a small footprint of 7 outlets, though it demonstrated resilience by opening two new locations last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment entry point is competitive at $115k–$286.5k, supported by a low 4.0% royalty fee and a robust Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $558,698. ✓ The franchise offers a transparent financial picture with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, making it a potentially stable opportunity despite its limited current market size.

Prime Car Wash represents a high-capital investment opportunity requiring a total spend of up to $3.1 million, though this cost is countered by a strong Average Unit Volume of $1.9 million. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy and offers a relatively low 4.0% royalty fee. ⚠ However, the system is currently stagnant with zero new openings last year and a small footprint of only 7 total outlets, suggesting limited brand maturity and operational proof at scale.

ACT presents a compelling value proposition characterized by exceptional unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume of $2.6 million significantly outweighing the upper investment range of $734,200. ✓ The absence of litigation, bankruptcy, or unit closures indicates a stable and well-managed system, though the network is currently small with only 7 total outlets. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the high $68,000 franchise fee and 7.0% royalty against the brand's strong financial performance and recent positive growth trajectory.

Mpc Franchise presents a high barrier to entry with a total investment ranging from $467,000 to $989,000, yet it offers a very small footprint of only 7 locations with zero growth last year. ⚠ Significant risks are present due to the disclosure of active litigation and the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation, which prevents verification of potential returns. ⚠ The combination of a 7.0% royalty fee and a stagnant development trajectory suggests a high-risk opportunity lacking the scale or data to justify the capital requirement.

Journey 333 presents a stable, low-risk profile with a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy, alongside a healthy Average Unit Volume of $364,128. ✓ The franchise offers a proven model with zero closures last year, though the high franchise fee of $50,000 and total investment up to $445,500 create a significant barrier to entry. ⚠ With only 7 total outlets and just one unit opened recently, the concept remains in the very early stages of scaling, indicating limited market validation despite strong unit economics.

Mici Handcrafted Italian demonstrates exceptional unit-level economics with an AUV of $1,274,341, significantly outperforming the mid-range total investment requirement of roughly $244k to $586k. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy and achieved positive net growth last year, indicating operational stability. ⚠ However, the system remains extremely small with only 7 total outlets, meaning the concept is minimally proven and franchisees would be early adopters.

Tifa Foods International presents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $314k to $507k, though the low $20,000 franchise fee and disclosed AUV of $355,136 offer a structured entry point for qualified candidates. ✓ The brand demonstrates aggressive recent growth momentum by opening four units last year against two closures, suggesting early market traction despite its small footprint of seven total outlets. ⚠ However, the limited scale of the system poses a significant risk regarding operational maturity and brand stability, requiring prospective franchisees to be comfortable with a ground-floor concept.

Fitness Factory Franchising presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring a total capitalization of up to $1.65M, though the model is supported by a clean leadership record with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓. The franchise demonstrates financial transparency by providing an Item 19, but the network is currently in a nascent stage with minimal scale at only 7 total outlets ⚠. While the closure rate is zero, the addition of only one unit last year indicates a slow growth trajectory that may limit brand recognition and peer support for new franchisees.

GX Greek Xpress presents a low-risk profile with no history of litigation, bankruptcy, or recent unit closures, though its scale is extremely limited with only 7 total outlets and zero growth last year. ✓ The franchise offers financial transparency through an Item 19 disclosure, but the wide total investment range of $198,600 to $857,500 requires careful capital planning. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should note that the lack of recent expansion combined with a 6.0% royalty fee suggests the concept is still in a validation or stagnation phase rather than aggressive scaling.

UXMA Franchising LLC is a micro-scale concept with only seven total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating an unproven market trajectory. ✓ The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $5,000 fee and total investment starting at roughly $100k. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents potential investors from validating the business's profitability or economic viability.

Ninja Nation Fitness Group presents a compelling high-volume fitness model characterized by exceptional unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume of $1,279,000. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean operational history with no litigation or bankruptcies and successfully avoided unit closures last year. ✓ However, the system remains in the nascent stages of scaling with only 7 total outlets, and the total investment ranges widely from $237,500 to nearly $2 million. ⚠

ChopValue is a micro-manufacturing franchise with a very small footprint of 7 total outlets, though it demonstrated positive momentum by opening 3 locations last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment requirement is substantial ($474k - $602k), which creates a high barrier to entry given the unproven scale of the system. ⚠ A critical risk for prospective buyers is the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation, meaning there is no disclosed data to validate potential returns on this significant capital outlay. ⚠

Global Art & Creative is a micro-scale franchise with only 6 total outlets and minimal expansion, having opened just 1 unit last year. ✓ The investment entry point of roughly $102k to $154k is relatively accessible, supported by a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the 15.0% royalty fee is high, and the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of the business model's profitability.

Soccer 5 presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring a total expenditure of up to $1.9 million, though this is balanced by a robust Average Unit Volume of $1.26 million. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal record and stable operations with zero closures, yet the complete lack of new openings last year indicates a stagnant growth trajectory or limited scalability. ⚠ With only 6 total outlets, the system offers a very small footprint, making it a niche, high-capital play rather than an expanding brand.

Myungrang America, LLC is a high-risk, early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of only six total outlets. ✓ The franchise offers a low royalty rate of 4.0% and demonstrated positive momentum by opening three units with zero closures last year. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an objective assessment of unit economics, and the limited scale provides little historical proof of concept. ⚠ Prospective franchisees are essentially investing in a startup model with a total investment range of $188k to $525k and no guaranteed performance data.

Bango Bowls demonstrates strong unit-level economics with an AUV of roughly $760k against a mid-range total investment of $186k to $502k, suggesting a potentially high return on investment. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy history indicates a clean operational record, though the static footprint of only 6 outlets with zero growth last year points to a lack of scalability or franchise momentum. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should note that while the 6.0% royalty is standard, the system remains in a very early, stagnant stage of development.

Our Town America presents a high barrier to entry with a $100,000 franchise fee and a total investment reaching nearly $200,000, yet it lacks the transparency of an Item 19 financial performance representation. ⚠ The system shows zero growth momentum with only six total outlets and no units opened or closed in the last year. ⚠ The presence of litigation further elevates the risk profile for potential investors considering this low-scale opportunity.

Access Garage Doors presents a compelling low-barrier entry point with a franchise fee of $7,500 and an Item 19 disclosing a strong AUV of $800,316 ✓. However, the system lacks scale with only 6 total outlets and displays a negative growth trajectory, closing 2 units against 1 opening ⚠. The presence of a historical bankruptcy further compounds the risk, suggesting potential operational or financial instability despite the high revenue potential ⚠.

HomeSlyce Pizza is a micro-scale concept with only six total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating a stagnant market presence. ✓ The franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a $15,000 fee and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the total investment ranges significantly from $320k to nearly $700k, which represents a high financial risk given the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure to validate potential returns. ⚠ The absence of recent openings suggests the system is not currently scaling.

Jiffy Junk presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment between $83,100 and $129,500, though the revenue potential is difficult to gauge due to the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure. ⚠ The franchise exhibits a concerning lack of scale and momentum, operating only 6 total outlets with zero growth recorded in the last year. Additionally, prospective franchisees must weigh the moderate $40,000 franchise fee against a relatively high 8.0% royalty rate within an unproven system.

Green Motion Car and Van Rental presents a high-risk profile characterized by minimal scale and severe contraction, having closed four outlets while opening only one recently to reach a total of just six locations. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents potential investors from validating profitability, while the presence of active litigation adds a significant layer of legal and operational uncertainty. ⚠ Although the franchise offers a low entry fee of $10,000, the total investment varies widely up to $1.5 million, making this a capital-intensive opportunity with questionable viability and negative growth momentum.

Tay Ho Restaurants operates as a boutique franchise with a very small footprint of 6 total outlets, adding just one location last year. ✓ The franchise offers a clean history with no litigation or bankruptcy, and the $20,000 fee is competitive, though the total investment of $337,500 to $730,000 is significant for an unproven concept. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a major risk for investors, as there is no data to validate potential returns or unit economics. ⚠ Slow growth indicates this is an emerging brand lacking the established infrastructure or market demand of larger competitors.

Seriously Addictive Learning Center USA is a micro-scale operation with only 6 total units and minimal expansion, opening just one outlet last year. ⚠ The most critical risk factor is the 50.0% royalty rate, which is exceptionally high and likely to severely constrain franchisee profitability. ✓ The entry cost is relatively accessible with a total investment starting at $80,000, but the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation makes it impossible to validate potential returns. ⚠ Additionally, the disclosure of active litigation serves as a cautionary flag for prospective investors regarding the system's stability.

This franchise presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment under $81k, making it accessible compared to many brick-and-mortar concepts. ✓ However, the system lacks scale with only 6 total outlets and showed zero growth last year, suggesting limited market traction or brand maturity. ⚠ Significant risks exist as the franchisor lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure and has a history of litigation, which necessitates extreme caution during due diligence.

G-FORCE is a micro-scale franchise concept with only 6 total outlets, adding 2 units last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment barrier is exceptionally low ($56.5k - $89k), making it an accessible entry point compared to market averages. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of earnings potential, and the 7.0% royalty fee is aggressive for a brand of this size.

Express Modular Franchising LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of six total outlets, though it demonstrated positive momentum by opening two new locations last year with zero closures. ✓ The low 3.0% royalty fee and accessible franchise cost of $24,000 create a low-barrier entry point within a total investment range of $138,750 to $312,500. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure represents a significant risk for investors seeking validated earnings potential. ⚠ Additionally, the system’s limited scale suggests an unproven business model that lacks the robust support infrastructure typical of established brands.

Village Juice & Kitchen is a high-risk concept characterized by minimal scale with only 6 total outlets and zero growth last year. ⚠ The closure of one unit during a period of stagnation is a concerning signal for system health, and the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of potential returns. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal record, though prospective investors should be cautious given the high entry cost of up to $991,600 against a backdrop of declining momentum.

Snapchise presents a compelling value proposition characterized by exceptional unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume of $3,047,530 that vastly outperforms the modest total investment of $135k–$195k. ✓ The franchise demonstrates a clean operational history with no litigation or bankruptcy and zero closures, suggesting a stable and well-executed model. ✓ However, the concept is currently in the nascent stages of scaling, evidenced by a small footprint of only 6 total outlets and limited expansion last year. ⚠

RobotLAB Franchising, LLC is a high-growth concept in the early stages of scaling, evidenced by expanding from one unit to six in a single year with zero closures. ✓ The investment range of $156k–$470k is reasonable for the technology sector, though the 7.0% royalty fee sits at the higher end of the standard range. ⚠ A critical risk for prospective buyers is the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation, which forces investors to rely solely on independent due diligence rather than validated earnings data.

Ice Cream Emergency Franchising LLC is a nascent concept with a minimal footprint of 6 units, though it demonstrated promising momentum by opening 4 new outlets last year with zero closures. ✓ The investment barrier is exceptionally low ($117k-$133k) and the franchise is lean on ongoing costs with no royalty fees, yet the AUV of $130,913 suggests very thin margins relative to the initial cash required. ⚠ While the lack of litigation and inclusion of financial performance data are positives, the franchise remains in a high-risk experimental phase due to its lack of scale.

Paulie Gee's Franchising LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of 6 units, indicating a high-risk pilot phase rather than an established system. While the franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a $15,000 fee and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy ⚠ the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of potential returns. The wide total investment range of $255,500 to $735,500 coupled with slow growth of only one unit opened last year suggests the model is still being proven in the market.

Green + The Grain presents a compelling financial profile with a strong Average Unit Volume of $1.19M, though this data point is currently difficult to validate due to the system's extremely limited scale of only six locations. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean history with no litigation or bankruptcies, but the lack of new openings last year suggests a stagnant growth trajectory. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the high total investment range against the risks of investing in a concept that has not yet proven its ability to scale.

Sweet Chick presents a compelling high-volume investment opportunity, evidenced by a strong AUV of $3.2M against a mid-range total investment of $1.1M to $1.8M. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, and successfully avoided any unit closures last year. ⚠ However, the system remains extremely small with only 6 total outlets and minimal growth of +1 unit, indicating a lack of established scale. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the robust unit-level economics against the risks inherent in a concept with limited operational history and a slow expansion trajectory.

DumpStor Franchising, LLC is a high-potential concept in the waste management niche, boasting a strong Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $825,642 against a mid-range total investment. ✓ Despite the attractive unit economics and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, the system remains extremely small and unproven with only 6 total outlets. ⚠ The growth trajectory is a major red flag, as the network experienced zero net growth last year with 5 openings offset by 5 closures. ⚠

Jump Start Sports is a low-cost franchise opportunity characterized by a minimal initial investment of roughly $65k to $72k and a strong Average Unit Volume of $702,579. ✓ The brand demonstrates robust growth momentum and operational stability, having doubled its footprint last year with 4 new openings and zero closures. ✓ However, potential investors should note the 8.0% royalty fee is somewhat aggressive given the franchise fee of $35,000. ⚠

ZeroMold Franchising, Inc. is a niche restoration service concept in the early stages of scaling, evidenced by a small footprint of 6 total outlets. ✓ The franchise presents a highly accessible entry point with a total investment as low as $93,950 paired with a solid Average Unit Volume of $294,572. ✓ Growth momentum is currently positive with 3 net openings and zero closures last year, and the record is clean with no litigation or bankruptcy. ⚠ However, prospective buyers must weigh the standard 7.0% royalty against the limited operational history and small sample size of the system.

MW Equity presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring a total capitalization between $238,200 and $833,500. ✓ The franchise offers a competitive 3.0% royalty rate and maintains a clean legal record with no history of litigation or bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the system suffers from minimal scale with only six total outlets and zero growth over the last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure further complicates the ability to validate the potential return on such a significant capital outlay.

STORsquare Franchise Group, LLC presents a compelling but capital-intensive entry into the mobile storage market, characterized by a high total investment ranging from $166k to $437k. ✓ The franchise demonstrates exceptional unit economics with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $401,285, suggesting strong revenue potential relative to the initial franchise fee of $54,900. ✓ Operational health is further evidenced by rapid 66% growth last year and zero unit closures, with a clean leadership record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ Investors should account for the standard 7.5% royalty fee when projecting net returns in this emerging system.

Driving Academy™ is a high-potential, early-stage concept demonstrating rapid expansion, having grown its footprint by roughly 83% with five new openings and zero closures last year. ✓ The franchise offers a transparent financial picture with an Item 19 disclosure and a clean legal history, though the small network of only six total units limits the availability of operational proof at scale. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the moderate $35,000 fee against a 10.0% royalty rate and a total investment that can exceed $550,000.

Owl Be There is a micro-scale franchise operation with only six total outlets, indicating a limited market presence and an unproven business model at scale. ✓ The low total investment entry point of roughly $89k to $105k is accessible, though it is immediately offset by a steep 10% royalty fee. ⚠ The most critical risk factor is the disclosed AUV of $89,251, which suggests the average location generates barely enough gross revenue to cover the initial investment, let alone sustain profitability after royalties. ⚠ With minimal net growth last year, this concept presents a high-risk financial profile for potential franchisees.

Vanguard Key Clubs presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring up to $517,700, yet it lacks the financial performance data typically expected for such a significant capital outlay. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean legal record with no litigation or bankruptcy, but ⚠ its minimal scale of only 6 units and zero recent growth suggest a stagnant or unproven business model. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure further complicates the viability analysis, posing substantial risk for potential investors seeking return on investment data.

Design Pro Remodeling presents a compelling high-volume opportunity characterized by an exceptionally low cost of entry and massive Average Unit Volumes of $7.5 million. ✓ The franchise offers a highly profitable structure with a modest $25,000 fee and 4.0% royalties, supported by a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ However, the brand is currently in the early stages of scale with only 6 total outlets, meaning it lacks the historical heft of more established systems. ⚠