Companies

Gym Skills Franchising, LLC is a micro-scale concept with only three total outlets, indicating it is in the very early stages of system development. ✓ The franchise offers a low entry point with a $25,000 fee and a total investment starting at roughly $48k, though the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of unit economics. ⚠ With only one unit opened last year and zero closures, the concept shows stability but lacks the rapid growth trajectory or historical data typically required for a secure investment.

Simple Plan Franchising presents a compelling value proposition with a low $15,000 franchise fee and zero royalties, paired with an exceptionally high Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $708,358. ✓ Despite the strong financial performance and accessible total investment of $107,650–$147,900, the concept is currently in a proof-of-concept stage with only three total outlets. ⚠ Growth remains slow with just one unit opened last year, indicating a nascent system that requires careful due diligence despite the lack of litigation or bankruptcy.

Storage Authority is an exceptionally small and stagnant concept with only 3 total outlets and zero openings last year, signaling a lack of market traction. ⚠ The closure of one unit during this period, combined with the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, presents a significant risk for prospective investors. ⚠ While the franchise offers a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, the massive investment range of up to $5.8 million requires a level of capital commitment that is difficult to justify given the system's immaturity.

Nowlogy presents a low barrier to entry with a modest $20,000 franchise fee and a wide investment range starting at $36,500 ✓. However, the concept is currently unproven at scale, operating with only 3 total outlets and opening just 1 unit last year ⚠. The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure further complicates the ability to validate the model's profitability potential given the high 7.5% royalty rate ⚠.

Dulles Glass presents a low-barrier entry into the glass industry with a modest $20,000 franchise fee, though the total investment varies significantly from $62k to nearly $500k. ✓ The absence of bankruptcy and litigation is a positive sign of operational stability, yet the system lacks scale with only three total outlets and minimal growth of one unit opened last year. ⚠ A critical risk for investors is the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure, making it impossible to validate potential returns against a 7.0% royalty fee.

Pizzawala’s® is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only three total outlets and adding just one unit last year. ✓ The franchise offers a clean legal history with no litigation or bankruptcy, though the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes it impossible to verify potential ROI. ⚠ With a total investment ranging from $376,000 to $637,000, the entry cost is significant relative to the brand's unproven market penetration and lack of historical performance data. ⚠

ACe Painting Franchising is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only three total outlets with zero growth in the last year. ⚠ The franchise presents significant transparency risks by lacking an Item 19 financial disclosure and reporting a history of litigation. ✓ The total investment range of $89k-$148k offers a relatively accessible entry point compared to larger competitors. ⚠ Prospective buyers should exercise extreme caution given the lack of performance data and the static footprint of the network.

Foundation Franchising, LLC is an extremely early-stage concept with only three total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating an unproven market track record. ✓ The franchise offers a clean history with no litigation or bankruptcy, and provides an Item 19 financial disclosure to support the $175,100 - $402,500 investment. ⚠ However, the lack of new openings suggests a potential stall in momentum, posing significant risk for franchisees seeking an established system.

AlSet Auto presents a compelling value proposition characterized by a low total investment ($92k-$169k) and exceptional unit economics with an Average Unit Volume of $964,578. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the 8.0% royalty fee is a significant operational cost to consider. ⚠ With only 3 total outlets and minimal growth of +1 unit last year, the concept is in its earliest stages of validation, representing a high-risk, high-reward opportunity.

Hoppin' presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring a total capitalization of up to $1.26M, which is offset by a robust Average Unit Volume (AUV) of roughly $1.08M. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy history indicates a clean operational record, though the static footprint of only 3 total outlets with zero growth last year suggests the concept is still in the earliest stages of validation. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the strong unit-level economics against the significant financial risk inherent in a brand with minimal scale and no recent expansion trajectory.

EggBred presents a compelling financial case with an impressive AUV of roughly $1.4 million against a mid-range total investment, suggesting strong potential ROI despite a 5% royalty fee. ✓ The brand is in a nascent stage with only 3 total outlets, yet it demonstrated early momentum by opening two units last year with zero closures. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must exercise caution regarding the reported litigation and the inherent risks of partnering with a concept that lacks an established, large-scale track record.

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of three units, though it posted positive net growth last year. ✓ The franchise offers a highly attractive 2.0% royalty rate and a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the $349,500 to $590,500 investment is aggressive for an unproven model that lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure. ⚠ Consequently, this represents a high-risk opportunity lacking the historical performance data or scale to validate the required capital outlay.

101 Chicken HQ Inc. is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of three outlets, indicating an unproven business model and high risk for early adopters. ⚠ The franchise requires a significant total investment of up to $809,267 without providing an Item 19 financial performance representation, making it difficult to assess potential returns. ✓ The system shows recent momentum with two new openings and zero closures last year, alongside a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy.

Focus Point Franchising, LLC presents a low-barrier entry point with a total investment of $84k-$156k and no recent litigation ✓. However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure combined with a disclosed bankruptcy history creates significant transparency and financial risk concerns ⚠. The franchise currently lacks validation and scale, operating only three total outlets with zero growth recorded last year ⚠.

Burrito Blvd is an extremely small and stagnant concept with only three total outlets and zero recent growth, signaling a lack of market traction and proven scalability. ⚠ The franchise requires a significant initial investment of up to $570,500 yet lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure, preventing prospective franchisees from validating potential returns. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive note, but the combination of high fees and a 6.0% royalty rate presents a substantial risk given the system's immaturity.

This franchise presents an exceptionally low barrier to entry with a total investment starting at $52,600 ✓, but it is currently a micro-chain with only 3 total outlets and zero growth last year ⚠. The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant drawback for potential investors ⚠, making it difficult to validate the business model against the $35,000 franchise fee. While the lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive sign ✓, the minimal scale suggests this is an unproven opportunity with high relative risk.

Wanna Play Playcare presents a high-entry investment model ranging from $257k to $458k, characterized by a clean operational history with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓. However, the system currently lacks scale with only 3 total outlets and recorded zero growth last year, signaling a significant risk regarding brand maturity and market traction ⚠. While the availability of an Item 19 offers financial transparency, the combination of a high initial cost, 6.0% royalty fee, and stagnant expansion suggests this is a nascent opportunity with limited proof of concept ⚠.

Seashore Academy presents a compelling high-margin opportunity with an impressive AUV of $1.7M against a mid-range total investment of $98k-$275k. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcies and zero closures, though the minimal scale of only 3 total outlets makes the high $55,000 fee and 8.0% royalty difficult to benchmark. ⚠ Growth is currently stagnant with only one unit opened last year, suggesting a very early-stage or niche concept that lacks proven scalability.

The Red Bird is a micro-scale franchise with only three total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating the concept is unproven and likely in the earliest stages of development. ⚠ The franchise lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure, offering no data to validate potential returns against a mid-to-high six-figure investment. ⚠ A 7.0% royalty fee adds significant ongoing costs, while the wide total investment range suggests variability in real estate and build-out requirements.

Weird Brothers Coffee Franchising, LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of only three total outlets and zero growth over the last year. ✓ The franchise offers a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy and provides an Item 19 financial disclosure, while the $30,000 fee and mid-range total investment keep the entry barrier relatively accessible. ⚠ However, the lack of new openings suggests the system is still unproven and potentially stagnant, posing a significant risk for franchisees seeking an established support structure and brand recognition.

This franchise presents a low-risk entry point with a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy, complemented by a reasonable $25,000 franchise fee. ✓ The investment range of $98,500 to $276,000 is accessible, and the system shows 100% unit retention with zero closures in the last year. ⚠ However, the concept is currently limited to a micro-scale of 3 total outlets, and the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure makes potential returns difficult to quantify.

BarkSuds, Inc. is an emerging pet care brand with a modest footprint of 3 total outlets and a clean legal history featuring no litigation or bankruptcy. The system demonstrated encouraging early-stage momentum by opening 2 new locations last year with zero closures, signaling operational stability. However, prospective franchisees should proceed with caution as the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation obscures the unit-level economics. With a total investment ranging from $200,000 to $250,000, this opportunity carries typical startup risks associated with small, unproven franchise systems.

iniBurger demonstrates exceptional unit-level economics with an Average Unit Volume of $1.24M, offering a compelling return potential against a mid-range total investment of $302k to $676k. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean history with no litigation or bankruptcy, though its minimal footprint of only 3 outlets makes it a very young system. ⚠ A growth trajectory of zero new units opened last year suggests the concept is still in the earliest stages of validation and scale.

APOLA INTERNATIONAL LLC is a low-scale system with only three total outlets that contracted last year, evidenced by one closure and zero new openings. While the brand offers a moderate initial investment range and strong unit economics with an AUV of $521,790, the lack of current growth momentum is a significant concern. The absence of litigation or bankruptcy provides a stable operational baseline, but the failure to expand in the previous year signals potential headwinds for franchisee acquisition.

The Pineapple School Franchising LLC is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only three locations and registering zero net growth last year. ⚠ The franchise presents a high barrier to entry with a massive total investment ranging from $665,500 to nearly $8 million, coupled with a steep 7.0% royalty fee. ✓ The opportunity is free of immediate red flags regarding bankruptcy or litigation, and the inclusion of an Item 19 offers essential financial transparency for prospective investors.

This franchise presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment ranging from $53,549 to $77,449 ✓, though the 8.0% royalty fee is relatively high for the sector. Growth trajectory appears positive with a net gain of three outlets last year ✓, but the system remains extremely small with only three total units, limiting brand recognition and peer validation ⚠. Prospective investors should proceed with caution due to the presence of litigation within the disclosure document ⚠.

Sticks Kebob Shop presents a clean corporate record with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓, but it operates at a micro-scale with only three total outlets and zero growth last year ⚠. The franchise requires a mid-tier investment ($247k–$573k) and charges a standard 6.0% royalty, supported by the transparency of an Item 19 financial disclosure ✓. However, the lack of recent openings suggests the concept is currently stagnant rather than in expansion mode ⚠.

Konala Protein Bowls & Salads presents a high-barrier entry with a total investment ranging from $567,000 to over $1.3 million, justified by an attractive AUV of $1.07 million. The system demonstrates strong early-stage momentum and operational stability, evidenced by opening 2 new units last year with zero closures and no history of litigation or bankruptcy. While the 6% royalty rate is standard, the high initial capital requirement represents a significant risk factor given the current small footprint of only three total outlets.

Moustaki Authentic Gyros is a micro-scale concept with a minimal footprint of three total outlets, though it demonstrates early positive momentum by opening two locations last year with zero closures. ✓ The franchise offers a low entry point via a $30,000 fee and a total investment floor of roughly $92k, while maintaining a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ However, the wide investment range extending to $771,750 and the lack of an established track record pose significant risks for prospective partners. ⚠

D’bo’s Daiquiris, Wings, and Seafood presents a compelling but high-risk profile, characterized by an exceptionally strong Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $1.4M against a mid-range total investment of up to $631k. ✓ While the potential return on investment is attractive, the franchise currently lacks scale with only 3 total outlets and demonstrated zero net growth last year. ⚠ Prospective buyers must proceed with caution due to the limited operational history and the presence of litigation within the system.

The Red Chickz presents a high-barrier entry point with a total investment ranging from $424,700 to $883,200, coupled with a standard 6.0% royalty fee. ⚠ The franchise currently lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure and operates at a minimal scale with only 3 total outlets, offering prospective investors limited performance data and brand maturity to evaluate. ✓ The system exhibits a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, maintaining slow but positive growth by opening one unit without closures last year.

East Coast Street Tacos is a high-cost, early-stage concept with a total investment reaching up to $945,750, which represents a significant capital risk given its minimal footprint of only three locations. ⚠ The franchise lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure and reported zero growth last year, offering prospective franchisees no concrete data on unit economics or market traction. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive note, but the combination of a high entry price and unproven scale makes this a speculative venture.

Con Azucar Café is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of three units, indicating a high-risk startup model rather than an established system. While the franchise benefits from a clean legal record ✓ and a standard royalty rate of 5%, the total investment of $325,000 to $455,000 is steep given the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure ⚠. Slow growth of only one unit opened last year further suggests the concept is unproven ⚠.

Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe is a micro-scale operation with only three total outlets, indicating a lack of established brand presence and a limited proof of concept. ⚠ The franchise presents a high-risk profile due to the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation and the disclosure of recent litigation. ✓ While the unit count grew slightly last year with no closures, the investment range of $168,550 to $439,600 is substantial relative to the system's minimal scale and support infrastructure.

Let's Move is a nascent franchise with minimal scale, operating only 3 total outlets after a net growth of just one unit last year. ✓ The concept offers a highly accessible total investment ($111,900 - $244,450) and a solid Average Unit Volume of $472,557 relative to entry costs. ⚠ However, the high closure rate of 2 units versus 3 openings suggests potential operational instability or early-stage growing pains that outweigh the benefits of the clean legal record.

Daigle Cleaning Systems represents a highly accessible entry point into the commercial cleaning sector with a low franchise fee and a total investment as low as $16,000 ✓. The absence of litigation and bankruptcy issues is a positive sign, though the concept lacks an Item 19 financial performance representation, limiting visibility into potential earnings ⚠. With only three total outlets and minimal growth of one unit last year, the franchise lacks scale and a proven track record of rapid expansion ⚠.

This franchise presents a compelling value proposition with a low $25,000 entry fee and strong unit economics, evidenced by an impressive AUV of roughly $744k against a mid-range total investment. ✓ The brand maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the lack of new openings last year suggests a conservative or potentially stagnant growth trajectory. ⚠ With only three total outlets, the system is extremely small, meaning prospective franchisees must weigh the high revenue potential against the risks associated with a nascent, limited-scale operation.

GFC Franchising, Inc. is an emerging system with a high initial investment relative to its current footprint of only three total outlets. ✓ The brand offers strong unit economics, evidenced by an AUV of $647,078 and a clean legal history with no bankruptcy or litigation. ⚠ However, the network is currently stagnant and shrinking, with one closure matching the single opening last year, signaling potential risks in unit sustainability and support for new operators.

Brunch It Up LLC is a high-cost, early-stage franchise concept requiring a total investment between $782,500 and $2,010,000. ✓ The presence of an Item 19 disclosing an AUV of $837,701 offers financial transparency, while the lack of litigation or bankruptcy history reduces immediate risk concerns. ⚠ However, the system currently lacks scale with only three total outlets and zero growth last year, suggesting the concept is unproven and potentially stagnant.

Tipsy Scoop Franchising LLC offers a unique "barlour" concept combining ice cream and alcohol, though it currently lacks scale with only three total outlets and zero growth last year. ✓ The franchise presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment of $217k-$284k and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the minimal footprint and stagnant expansion suggest an unproven model with limited operational history for prospective franchisees.

Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Franchising LLC is a high-risk, early-stage concept with a footprint of only three outlets and a history of bankruptcy. ✓ The franchise offers a compelling financial profile with a moderate total investment ($149k-$299k) relative to a strong AUV of $643,979. ⚠ However, the system shows zero net growth with one opening and one closure last year, suggesting operational volatility alongside the credit risks associated with the bankruptcy.

MidnighTreats Franchising, LLC is an extremely small and unproven concept with only 3 total outlets, indicating a high-risk profile typical of early-stage startups. ⚠ The franchise requires a significant total investment of up to $529,000, which appears aggressive relative to the modest Average Unit Volume of $294,950. ✓ The company maintains a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy and showed minimal stability by opening one location without closures last year.

Angry Gene's Pizza is a micro-scale concept with only three total locations and zero growth over the last year, indicating it is still in the earliest stages of franchise validation. ✓ The franchise offers a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy and provides an Item 19 financial disclosure to support the mid-range investment tier of $193k–$300k. ⚠ However, the lack of new openings suggests a stagnant trajectory, meaning prospective franchisees are assuming the high risk of adopting an unproven model with minimal brand recognition.

Eight Turn Crepe operates as a micro-chain with only 3 total outlets, indicating a limited footprint and an unproven model at scale. ✓ The franchise offers a respectable Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $563,999 against a mid-range total investment of $172k-$347k, suggesting potential for strong unit economics. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation and a stagnant growth rate of just one new store present significant risks for prospective franchisees.

Little Art House presents a low-barrier entry into the children's enrichment sector with a manageable total investment of $106k-$191.5k and a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ The provision of an Item 19 offers financial transparency, and the 6.0% royalty rate is standard for the industry. ⚠ However, the franchise currently lacks scale with only 3 total outlets and reported zero growth last year, indicating a stagnant or very early-stage trajectory.

The Red Collection is a high-end investment opportunity requiring $806,500 to $1.78 million, characterized by a low 3.0% royalty rate and a modest $20,000 franchise fee. ✓ Growth is currently positive with two openings against one closure, though the system remains extremely small with only three total outlets. ⚠ Significant risks are present due to the disclosure of litigation and the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation. ⚠ Prospective buyers should exercise extreme caution given the limited scale and lack of earnings validation.

Art of Drawers is a micro-emerging franchise with only 3 total outlets, yet it demonstrates exceptional unit-level economics with an AUV of $1,045,484. ✓ The investment entry point of $115k-$160k is highly efficient relative to this revenue potential, and the brand shows strong early momentum by opening 3 units with 0 closures last year. ✓ While the 7.0% royalty is standard, the limited operational history of such a small system poses an inherent risk for early adopters. ⚠

Hot Ground Gym is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of three units, indicating the brand carries significant execution risk typical of unproven models. ✓ The investment range of $163k to $317k offers a low barrier to entry combined with a clean leadership record free of litigation or bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the addition of only one unit last year suggests a sluggish growth trajectory that may concern investors seeking rapid scale or territory dominance.

NHC Franchise Company LLC is an extremely small concept with only three total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating a lack of market traction. ✓ The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $15,000 fee and a total investment starting at just $21,000. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents potential investors from verifying profitability. ⚠ The combination of minimal scale and no recent expansion suggests this is an unproven opportunity with limited support infrastructure.

MD Hyperbaric is an emerging, low-risk investment in the specialized wellness sector, characterized by a high average unit volume of $740,796 and zero closures or litigation. The franchise demonstrates positive early-stage momentum with two new openings in the last year, though its small footprint of just three total outlets indicates it remains in the initial growth phase. While the total investment range is wide, the presence of an Item 19 disclosure provides valuable financial transparency for prospective franchisees.