Companies

Steep Me, LLC is currently a micro-scale operation with only two total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating that the franchise system is still in a very early or stagnant proof-of-concept phase. ⚠ The brand lacks an Item 19 financial performance representation, which forces prospective franchisees to commit a significant total investment of up to $412,100 without verified earnings data. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive note, but the limited scale and high entry cost relative to brand maturity present a substantial risk.

76 Fence represents a high-cost, early-stage home services opportunity requiring a total investment of up to $463,389. ⚠ The system currently lacks scale with only 2 total outlets and offers no Item 19 financial disclosure to validate potential returns. ⚠ Additionally, the franchise fee appears inflated relative to the brand’s maturity, and the 8.0% royalty rate is significant. ✓ The sole positive indicator is the absence of closures, litigation, or bankruptcy, suggesting clean operational beginnings.

Spot Dessert Bar presents a compelling value proposition with an exceptionally high Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $1.4M against a mid-range total investment of $299k-$473k ✓. The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the $50,000 franchise fee and 6.0% royalty rate are standard for the sector ✓. However, the concept is currently extremely limited in scale with only 2 total outlets and zero growth recorded last year ⚠. This lack of operational momentum suggests the brand is still in a nascent or testing phase despite its strong per-unit economics ⚠.

Barney Brown Franchise LLC presents a high-revenue opportunity with an AUV of $1.7M, yet the system remains small with only two total outlets and zero new openings last year. ✓ The brand offers strong financial transparency and a clean legal history with no bankruptcy or litigation. ⚠ However, the lack of recent unit growth and the high total investment cost relative to the company's limited scale indicate significant execution risk and unproven scalability.

Property Sellwise is an early-stage franchise with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets after opening its first locations last year. ✓ The concept demonstrates exceptional unit-level economics with an Average Unit Volume of $1.6 million against a mid-range total investment of $105k-$233k. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcies, though the lack of historical data makes the 8.0% royalty rate and sustainability of performance difficult to benchmark. ⚠

Water Babies US Franchise LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of only two outlets and zero recent growth, indicating an unproven scale and high-risk model. ⚠ The franchise fee of $55,000 is aggressive relative to the total investment ($107k-$153k), and the 10% royalty rate is high for a new system. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy provides a clean legal baseline, and the presence of an Item 19 offers necessary financial transparency.

Fado presents a high-risk opportunity characterized by a micro-scale network of only two units and zero recent growth. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure removes all visibility into unit economics, making the required $50,000 franchise fee and up to $508,700 investment difficult to justify. ✓ While the lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive administrative sign, the system’s stagnation suggests the concept remains unproven.

Bowl Boss Acai is a micro-emerging franchise with only 2 total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating the concept is still in the validation stage. ✓ The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $25,000 fee and a strong Average Unit Volume of $480,842 relative to the mid-range investment. ⚠ However, the lack of scale presents a significant risk for new franchisees, as the system lacks the operational maturity and track record of established competitors. With no red flags regarding litigation or bankruptcy, this is a high-risk, high-reward opportunity best suited for early adopters comfortable with unproven systems.

Hike Doggie presents a high-risk profile characterized by minimal scale and a concerning growth trajectory, having closed one outlet last year while opening zero. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of profitability, while the active litigation history adds a layer of legal uncertainty for prospective franchisees. Although the franchise fee is low, the 8.0% royalty rate is significant relative to the lack of proven stability or system momentum.

SD TECH presents a compelling high-cash-flow model with an AUV exceeding $2 million against a mid-range total investment of $91k–$168k. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though its minimal scale of only two total outlets makes it a very young system. ⚠ Growth is currently slow but stable with one unit opened and zero closed last year, suggesting a cautious but potentially lucrative opportunity for risk-tolerant investors.

Port of Subs currently operates as a micro-scale franchise with only 2 total outlets, indicating a very limited market presence and unproven scalability. ⚠ The investment range of $169,750 to $578,400 is substantial relative to the brand's small size, and the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an assessment of potential returns. ✓ The network exhibited net growth last year with 2 openings and 0 closures, and the franchise carries a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy.

Escape Hunt Adventure Center presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $356,000 to $663,000, though the lack of litigation or bankruptcy history offers a clean risk profile ✓. The franchise demands a significant 8.0% royalty fee, which requires verifying that the Item 19 financial performance justifies this operational cost against the substantial upfront capital. A major concern is the lack of scalability and momentum, as the system is currently tiny with only 2 total outlets and recorded zero growth last year ⚠.

Smart Franchise LLC is in the earliest stages of development with only two total outlets, making it a high-risk venture regarding proven scalability despite a clean legal record. ✓ The financial model is compelling on paper, offering a low total investment ($111k-$178k) relative to a strong AUV of $508,823. ⚠ However, the system lacks historical data, and the single unit opened last year provides insufficient evidence of a repeatable growth trajectory.

Home Halo Franchising presents a compelling value proposition characterized by exceptional unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $970,528 against a mid-range total investment of $92,900 to $157,300. ✓ The absence of litigation or bankruptcy history provides a clean risk profile, yet the concept remains in the very earliest stages of validation with only 2 total outlets. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should exercise caution regarding the limited scale and unproven trajectory, as the system lacks the historical data necessary to confirm long-term sustainability.

NTV 360 LLC is a micro-scale franchise concept with only two total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating an unproven and static business model. ✓ The low total investment ($48k-$120k) and disclosed AUV of $295,533 suggest a high potential return on investment relative to entry cost. ⚠ However, the lack of a stated royalty fee is unusual and the minimal operational footprint presents significant risk for prospective partners relying on established systems.

This franchise presents an extremely limited operational scale with only two total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating an unproven and high-risk market position. ⚠ While the system is free of litigation and bankruptcy, the lack of momentum suggests the concept has not yet gained traction despite offering an Item 19 financial disclosure. ✓ Prospective franchisees should exercise significant caution, as the $119,100 - $269,880 investment buys into a network with minimal collective data or support infrastructure.

Go Greek presents a compelling financial profile with a robust Average Unit Volume of $1.23M, though it remains an unproven concept with only two total locations and zero recent growth. ✓ The franchise offers strong top-line potential and a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy, but the opportunity is tempered by a steep total investment ranging from $530k to $860k. ⚠ Prospective buyers must weigh the high cost and lack of scalability against the brand's demonstrated ability to generate significant revenue per outlet.

Skoah Franchise, LLC is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets after opening one last year. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy provides a clean legal foundation, but the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents verification of unit economics. ⚠ With a total investment reaching up to $561,763 and a 6.0% royalty fee, the opportunity carries significant financial risk given the unproven trajectory and limited operational history. ⚠

Krystal Oh Nails presents a compelling unit-level economics story with an AUV of $792,639, significantly outperforming the standard nail salon segment. ✓ While the total investment of $137,550 - $248,000 is reasonable for this volume, the franchise remains in a nascent stage with only two total locations and zero recent growth. ⚠ Prospective partners must weigh the strong financial disclosure against the lack of an established operational footprint.

Well Infused is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only two units with zero growth in the last year. ✓ The franchise demonstrates strong unit-level economics with an Average Unit Volume of $1,395,623, though this data is drawn from a very small sample size. ⚠ Prospective franchisees face a high barrier to entry with a total investment reaching up to $1,048,500 and a steep 7.0% royalty fee. ⚠ The lack of recent expansion and limited operational history suggests the model is unproven at scale despite the attractive revenue figures.

Glow Sauna Studios is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only 2 total outlets with just 1 unit opened last year. ✓ The franchise demonstrates unit-level economic viability with a robust Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $504,671 against a mid-range total investment of $222k–$381k. ⚠ However, the system is extremely immature, making it difficult to validate long-term sustainability or operational consistency despite the clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy.

Kidz Jungle Franchising, LLC is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets, adding just one unit last year. ⚠ The franchise presents a high barrier to entry with a total investment ranging from $584,300 to $1,069,500, yet it lacks an Item 19 financial performance representation. ⚠ The minimal operational scale makes it difficult to assess the viability of the 5.0% royalty structure or validate the business model. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive note, but the lack of historical data suggests significant risk.

Gai Chicken presents a compelling high-volume investment opportunity with an Average Unit Volume of $1.24M, though it is balanced against a steep total investment of up to $435k. ✓ The concept is financially transparent with no history of litigation or bankruptcy, offering a clean risk profile for potential franchisees. ⚠ However, the system is currently in a state of stagnation with only two total outlets and zero growth recorded last year, signaling a lack of momentum. ⚠

BV Franchise, LLC presents a compelling high-volume investment opportunity characterized by an Average Unit Volume of $1,255,743, which helps justify the steeper total investment of up to $969,333. ✓ The concept maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the system is currently in a nascent stage with only 2 total outlets. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the strong economic model against the significant capital requirement and the lack of an established operational history.

Little Tree Huggers Franchising, LLC presents a highly accessible entry point with a low total investment ($23.5k - $160.8k) and an attractive potential return on investment given the disclosed AUV of $223,905. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the high 8.0% royalty fee warrants attention. ⚠ With only 2 total outlets and a net growth of just 1 unit last year, the system is currently in a nascent, unproven stage with minimal operational scale. ⚠

Season 2 Franchising LLC is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets, indicating a high-risk profile typical of unproven business models. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents prospective investors from validating potential returns, while the static unit count (one opening, one closure) suggests operational instability. ✓ However, the franchise offers a relatively low total investment entry point ($178k-$274k) and maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy.

Mr. Charlie’s Told Me So offers a high-reward opportunity with an impressive AUV of $1.37M and 5% royalties, but the brand is currently an unproven concept with minimal scale at only two total outlets. While the zero closures last year indicate initial stability, prospective franchisees must weigh the high initial investment against significant structural risks, including active litigation and a history of bankruptcy. This franchise is best suited for operators seeking a first-mover advantage who are comfortable navigating the uncertainties associated with a young, distressed system.

BOXHAUS presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $270,590 to $592,100, yet it currently lacks the operational scale to validate the model, having established only 2 total outlets with zero growth in the last year. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy, but the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant drawback for potential investors assessing ROI. ⚠ Prospective franchisees face considerable risk investing in a concept with a $30,000 franchise fee and 6.5% royalty rate without the benefit of historical performance data or a proven track record of expansion.

Matterhorn Fit presents a high-barrier entry point with a total investment ranging from $263,627 to $423,657 and a premium 7.0% royalty fee. ✓ The franchise offers a clean history with no litigation or bankruptcy, and provides an Item 19 to help validate potential returns. ⚠ However, the concept is currently in a static phase with only two total outlets and zero growth recorded last year, signaling a lack of momentum and an unproven scale.

I'Milky is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets, indicating a high-risk, ground-floor investment opportunity. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag, as it prevents prospective franchisees from verifying the economic viability or potential return on investment. While the franchise shows clean leadership history with no litigation or bankruptcy, the addition of only one unit last year suggests the system has not yet proven its ability to scale.

Village East Gifted operates as a micro-scale franchise with only two total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating a stagnant or unproven expansion model. While the franchise offers a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy and a low entry fee of $19,000, the 8.5% royalty rate is high relative to the limited support ecosystem likely available. Prospective investors should view this as a high-risk opportunity due to the lack of momentum, despite the accessible initial investment range of $33k–$168k.

Miller's Famous Sandwiches presents a low-risk profile with a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, alongside an accessible $15,000 franchise fee. ⚠ However, the concept is currently micro-scale with only two total outlets and zero recent growth, offering virtually no proof of market validation or operational maturity. ⚠ Prospective franchisees face a wide total investment range of up to $794,500, which is a significant capital commitment for a brand with an unproven footprint.

Koala Park Daycare operates at a micro-scale with only two total outlets and zero recent growth, indicating a very early-stage or stagnant franchise system. ✓ The business offers a low barrier to entry with a total investment between $54,650 and $112,500, complemented by a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the 10.0% royalty fee is significant given the modest $318,064 AUV, and the lack of new openings suggests limited market traction or system maturity.

RX30 Fitness is currently a high-risk concept due to its minimal scale, operating with only two total locations and zero growth in the last year. ⚠ While the franchise offers a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, the $45,000 franchise fee is steep for an unproven system, and the disclosed AUV of $271,659 may not sufficiently cover the $207,000+ total investment given the 7.0% royalty rate. ✓ The presence of an Item 19 provides necessary financial transparency, but the lack of momentum suggests the model is still in the validation stage.

Frisson Espresso Franchise, LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of only two outlets, indicating an unproven scale and high-risk startup phase. ✓ The franchise offers an accessible total investment ($145.6k–$319.5k) and reports a solid Average Unit Volume of $438,677 with no current litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ However, the lack of new openings last year suggests stagnant growth, and the 6.0% royalty fee may strain margins given the limited operational history.

Cork & Candles Scent Bar presents a compelling unit-level economics story with an Average Unit Volume of $697,115 against a mid-range total investment of $216k-$320k. ✓ However, the concept is currently in a nascent stage with a minimal footprint of only two locations, making it a high-risk venture despite the lack of litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the strong revenue potential against the unproven scale and the impact of a 7.0% royalty fee on a very small system.

MGallery Hotel Collection represents a high-barrier-to-entry opportunity with a massive total investment range of $3.4M to $113.3M, targeting experienced developers in the luxury boutique sector. ✓ The brand demonstrates stability with no litigation, bankruptcy, or outlet closures, though the system remains extremely small with only 2 total outlets and minimal growth of 1 unit last year. ⚠ A significant drawback for underwriting is the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, forcing prospects to rely entirely on their own feasibility studies without franchisor performance benchmarking.

B-Well Enterprises, LLC is a high-performing concept with exceptional unit economics, boasting an Average Unit Volume of $1,288,699 ✓. While the franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓, the system is currently stagnant with only two total outlets and zero recent growth ⚠. Prospective investors must weigh the strong revenue potential against the risks associated with a lack of operational scale and an unproven growth trajectory ⚠.

This franchise presents a low-risk entry point with a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, supported by a transparent Item 19 financial disclosure. ✓ The investment range of roughly $165k–$178k is moderate for the sector, though the 6.0% royalty fee requires careful margin analysis. ⚠ However, the concept is currently in a nascent stage with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets and adding just one unit last year.

Hyper Kidz presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $717,800 to $1.5 million, yet it currently lacks the scale to justify this cost with only two total outlets and zero recent growth. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive administrative note, but ⚠ the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of the business model's profitability. ⚠ With zero outlets opened or closed last year, the franchise appears to be in total stagnation, offering little proof of concept or operational momentum for new investors.

NEXClean is an extremely small operation with only two total outlets, indicating a high-risk, early-stage proof of concept rather than a proven scale. ✓ The franchise offers a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy and provides an Item 19 to support its $125k-$165k investment range. ⚠ However, the growth trajectory is virtually flat with only one unit opened last year, suggesting the system lacks momentum. The combination of a high 7.5% royalty fee and minimal operational history makes this a speculative venture for potential franchisees.

This franchise presents a high-barrier entry point with a total investment ranging from $271,800 to $414,900, yet it lacks the financial performance data usually necessary to justify such significant capital deployment. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive note, but the system consists of only two outlets with zero growth last year, indicating a stagnant or unproven business model. ⚠ The combination of a $45,000 franchise fee, 6.0% royalty, and lack of scale poses a substantial risk for potential franchisees seeking established support systems.

Care with Love presents a compelling high-volume opportunity with an Average Unit Volume of $2.18M, supported by a clean legal record ✓ and a mid-range total investment of $135k-$211k. However, the franchise is currently in a nascent stage with only 2 total outlets, making it difficult to assess the long-term viability of the system ⚠. While the 5% royalty fee is standard, the lack of operational scale and minimal recent growth suggest this is a high-risk, early-adopter investment.

Brilliant Franchise, LLC is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets with zero growth in the last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant risk for prospective investors, particularly given the $35,000 franchise fee. While the total investment of $120,767 to $255,000 is relatively accessible and the record is clean of litigation or bankruptcy, the lack of operational proof makes this a high-risk venture.

Houndsip presents a compelling financial profile with a low $27,000 franchise fee and a robust Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $685,291, suggesting strong unit-level economics relative to the total investment. ✓ However, the concept is currently in a nascent stage with only two total outlets and zero growth recorded last year, offering virtually no proof of replicable scale. ⚠ Prospective franchisees are essentially buying into a startup model rather than a proven system, as the lack of historical litigation or bankruptcy is outweighed by the minimal operational footprint.

Puffles presents a high-risk profile due to its minimal scale with only two total outlets and zero growth last year, suggesting the concept is still in the validation phase. While the franchise benefits from a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓, the $50,000 franchise fee is aggressive for a brand of this size. Prospective investors should exercise caution, as the lack of momentum and limited operational history make the required investment of up to $360,000 difficult to justify ⚠.

United Defense Tactical presents a compelling but high-barrier investment opportunity, characterized by exceptional unit economics with an AUV of $2.65 million against a mid-to-high range total investment. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though its minimal footprint of only two total outlets indicates the brand is in the very earliest stages of scaling. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the strong revenue potential against the risks associated with the system's limited size and unproven long-term trajectory.

Soccer6 Franchise LLC presents a low-barrier entry point with a total investment of roughly $33k-$46k and no recent unit closures or litigation. ⚠ However, the concept faces significant scale and viability challenges, operating with only 2 total outlets and zero growth in the last year. ⚠ The financial performance is a major concern, as the $93,500 Average Unit Volume combined with a 7% royalty fee suggests a very low annual net profit for franchisees.

Salty Dawg Pet Salon presents a compelling unit-level economic model with an AUV of $590,636, offering a clear path to profitability against a mid-range total investment of $194,750 - $470,450 ✓. However, the concept is currently minimal in scale with only 2 total outlets and registered zero growth last year, suggesting the franchise system is still in a very early or nascent stage ⚠. Additionally, prospective buyers should proceed with caution due to the presence of litigation in the disclosure document and the relatively high royalty fee of 8.0% ⚠.