Companies

Frontier Adjusters, Inc. operates a large network of 527 outlets with an accessible entry point due to a $0 franchise fee and a low total investment of $21.5k-$30.5k ✓. However, the financial performance is concerning, with an AUV of only $55,516 paired with a steep 15% royalty rate ⚠. The most significant red flag is the system's sharp contraction, evidenced by a net loss of 59 units last year (64 closures vs. 5 openings) ⚠.

Primrose School Franchising demonstrates strong market leadership and stability with 525 total units and a net growth of 20 outlets last year against minimal closures. ✓ The franchise validates its premium positioning with a robust Average Unit Volume of $2,728,570 and a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ However, prospective franchisees face a very high cost of entry, with total investments ranging from roughly $743,000 to $8.6 million. ⚠

Wireless Zone LLC operates a massive retail network of 745 outlets with a low $1,000 franchise fee, though the total investment ranges up to $532,600. The system demonstrates strong unit economics and growth, evidenced by an AUV of $1.9M and the opening of 42 new locations last year. However, the 22% royalty rate is exceptionally high, and the presence of litigation alongside 17 closures suggests operational volatility.

Luxottica of America Inc. presents a high-barrier investment opportunity requiring a total expenditure between $679,760 and $1,336,854, though this is mitigated by the scale of its 503-outlet network and the provision of financial performance data ✓. Significant risk is evident in the brand's growth trajectory, as the closure of 12 outlets outweighed the opening of 5 new locations last year ⚠. Prospective franchisees must also exercise caution regarding the disclosed litigation history and the lack of specific fee data ⚠.

Aunt Millie’s Bakeries presents a low barrier to entry with a total investment starting under $37k and zero royalty fees, making it financially accessible compared to standard retail food models. ✓ However, the system is experiencing a contraction in scale, having closed 28 outlets against only 23 openings last year. ⚠ This negative growth trajectory is compounded by the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, preventing potential investors from validating potential returns. ⚠

Red Robin presents a challenging investment profile defined by an exceptionally high total cost of up to $5.8 million and a complete lack of financial performance representations in its Item 19. ⚠ The absence of new unit openings last year, combined with active litigation and a net loss of outlets, signals significant operational stagnation and risk. ✓ The brand maintains a substantial footprint of nearly 500 outlets, but the entry barriers and lack of transparency outweigh the stability of its scale.

Snap Fitness, Inc. presents a high-risk profile characterized by severe unit contraction, with 31 outlets closing last year compared to only 6 openings. ⚠ The franchise requires a significant total investment of up to $1.1 million, yet reports a modest Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $250,461, suggesting a precarious path to profitability. ✓ While the brand maintains a mid-sized footprint of 493 locations and provides financial transparency, the combination of active litigation and net negative growth raises serious concerns about system stability.

Caribou Coffee Development Company demonstrates strong unit-level economics with an AUV of $1,104,835 and maintains a clean background with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓. The brand is in a state of positive expansion, having opened 26 outlets compared to only 8 closures last year ✓. However, prospective franchisees face a massive barrier to entry, as the total investment range extends up to $1.38 billion, suggesting this data may represent aggregate development rights rather than single-unit opportunities ⚠.

Long John Silver's LLC operates a shrinking footprint of 485 outlets, burdened by a severe net decline of 42 units last year. ⚠ The franchise presents significant financial and operational risks, evidenced by a lack of financial performance representations (Item 19) and a history of both litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ While the franchise fee is low at $20,000, the total investment range is exceptionally wide and potentially capital intensive. ✓ Prospective buyers should exercise extreme caution given the brand's negative growth trajectory and transparency issues.

Stretch Lab demonstrates strong market scale with 485 outlets and robust recent expansion, opening 71 units last year compared to 14 closures. ✓ The franchise offers a solid Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $556,263, though this is weighed against a high total investment range reaching over $600k and a standard 8.0% royalty fee. ⚠ Prospective buyers should note the presence of litigation within the system, requiring careful due diligence alongside the brand's positive growth trajectory.

Pandora Franchising represents a high-barrier-to-entry investment opportunity requiring a total capitalization of up to $1.8 million, yet it offers a distinct financial advantage by charging $0 franchise fees and no royalties. ✓ The brand demonstrates solid scale with nearly 500 outlets and positive net growth, having opened 41 locations compared to 22 closures last year. ⚠ However, prospective investors must exercise caution due to the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation and the disclosure of ongoing litigation.

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. operates at a massive scale with 478 outlets and offers a low $15,000 franchise fee, but requires significant capital investment ranging up to $16.1 million ✓. While the franchise provides financial performance representations in Item 19 ✓, prospective investors should note the presence of litigation and a recent net decline in outlets (15 closures vs. 10 openings) ⚠. The combination of an 8.0% royalty rate and high entry costs demands careful due diligence regarding unit profitability and operational stability ⚠.

CARSTAR demonstrates significant scale and robust unit-level economics with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $3.2 million ✓. The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $10,000 fee and a wide total investment range of $23.5K to $804K ✓, though the absence of a stated royalty rate requires further clarification ⚠. While the brand is expanding rapidly with 48 openings, the closure of 32 outlets last year indicates potential volatility in retention or performance ⚠.

Transworld presents a compelling value proposition with a low total investment ($114k-$144k) relative to a robust Average Unit Volume of $751,102. ✓ The network demonstrates solid scale with 467 outlets and positive net growth of 12 units last year, though the closure of 18 locations warrants monitoring. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh this growth against a high 10% royalty fee and the disclosure of ongoing litigation within the system.

Schmidt is demonstrating aggressive expansion with 78 new outlets opened last year, signaling strong market momentum ✓. However, the net growth is tempered by a high closure rate of 58 units, and the presence of litigation poses a significant risk ⚠. While the low franchise fee and lack of royalties offer a unique value proposition, the absence of financial performance data makes it difficult to validate the model's profitability ⚠.

Noodles & Company presents a scalable fast-casual model with a healthy Average Unit Volume of $1.285 million, though this performance is weighed against a steep total investment reaching $1.4 million ✓. The brand is currently struggling with its growth trajectory, evidenced by a net loss of 10 outlets last year and minimal expansion ⚠. While the absence of bankruptcy is a positive sign, prospective franchisees must carefully scrutinize the disclosed litigation and recent unit contraction before committing ✓⚠.

Big O Tires operates as a mid-sized network of 461 outlets, offering potential franchisees access to a mature automotive brand with strong unit economics. ✓ The franchise demonstrates significant earning potential with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $2,847,128, though this is countered by a high total investment requirement reaching up to $1.88M. ⚠ Growth is currently stagnant and technically negative, with 9 outlets closing last year compared to only 8 openings. ⚠ Prospective investors should additionally note the disclosure of ongoing litigation while weighing the substantial capital entry barrier.

Howard Hanna demonstrates strong operational stability with 452 total outlets and minimal contraction, closing only one location while opening 14 last year. ✓ The franchise offers a highly competitive royalty rate of 2.0% and a low entry fee of $25,000, though the total investment varies significantly from $45,000 to $258,500. ⚠ A notable risk for prospective buyers is the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure, which prevents the direct verification of earnings potential.

This franchise demonstrates strong unit growth with 31 new openings against only 4 closures, signaling a healthy expansion trajectory for a system of 450 locations. However, the 12% royalty fee is exceptionally high for the industry, and the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation obscures potential unit-level profitability. While the brand avoids bankruptcy history, the presence of litigation combined with a steep total investment range of $572,500 to $786,000 creates a high-risk barrier to entry.

Molly Maid SPV LLC leverages the scale of its 448 total outlets and the reputation of a major brand to offer a service-based franchise with a comparatively low 3.0% royalty rate. ✓ The total investment of $139,900 - $197,200 is reasonable for this sector, and the system is free of bankruptcy or litigation issues. ⚠ However, the network is contracting, with 19 outlets closed last year against only 6 opened, signaling potential stagnation or operational headwinds.

This franchise presents a low-barrier entry opportunity with a $5,000 franchise fee and strong Average Unit Volumes of $1.26M, though the total investment range of $167K to $830K varies significantly by model. ✓ Despite the solid revenue potential, the system shows zero net growth with 8 openings offset by 8 closures last year. ⚠ Prospective buyers should also note the presence of disclosed litigation and scrutinize the specific economics behind the 6% royalty rate to ensure profitability aligns with the high revenue figures.

Real Property Management SPV LLC demonstrates strong scale and positive momentum with 447 total outlets and a net gain of 25 units last year. ✓ The franchise presents a moderate investment entry point of $91,796 - $234,150 and maintains a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy. ✓ While the Item 19 disclosure is a positive for transparency, the lack of specific fee data is a notable information gap. ⚠

ERA Franchise Systems LLC presents a low-barrier entry opportunity with no franchise fee and a wide investment range, but it is currently struggling with significant scale issues. ⚠ The network is contracting sharply, with 48 outlets closing last year compared to only 28 openings, signaling serious retention and profitability risks. ✓ The absence of franchise fees and litigation history is notable, yet the lack of financial performance data (Item 19) makes it difficult to assess the viability of the business model.

Style Encore presents a compelling resale retail model backed by a robust Average Unit Volume of $1,268,984, offering a scalable footprint of 441 outlets with a low $15,000 franchise fee. ✓ The franchise demonstrates healthy growth momentum with 17 openings against only 7 closures last year, and maintains a clean legal record free of litigation or bankruptcy. ✓ Prospective franchisees must be prepared for a significant capital expenditure, however, as the total investment ranges from $355,700 to $485,900. ⚠

Potbelly Franchising, LLC demonstrates strong operational health and recent momentum, evidenced by a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓ and a net positive growth of 18 opened versus 2 closed outlets ✓. The franchise offers a highly accessible entry point with a low $10,000 fee ✓, though prospective franchisees must be prepared for a significant total investment ranging up to $1.27 million ⚠. With 441 total outlets and a standard 6.0% royalty fee, the brand presents a scalable opportunity supported by transparent financial performance data in Item 19 ✓.

Steak n Shake Enterprises presents a high-volume opportunity with an Average Unit Volume of $1,772,941, supported by a low franchise fee of $25,000 and a wide total investment range. ⚠ The brand is in significant distress, evidenced by zero openings and 29 closures last year, indicating a negative growth trajectory. ⚠ Prospective buyers must exercise extreme caution given the active litigation disclosures and the operational risks associated with a shrinking footprint.

CPR presents a low barrier to entry with a $5,000 franchise fee and a mid-range total investment between $90,350 and $360,500. ⚠ Significant risks exist due to the presence of litigation and the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation, which limits the ability to validate potential returns. While the franchise operates at a respectable scale with 435 total outlets, the lack of growth data and transparency requires prospective franchisees to proceed with caution.

Heaven's Best demonstrates a stable footprint with 432 total outlets and positive net growth of 11 units last year, supported by a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ The low total investment entry point of $55,960 to $110,100 offers an accessible opportunity for operators. ✓ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant transparency risk for potential investors. ⚠ Additionally, the lack of disclosed royalty fees warrants further investigation to understand the long-term economic model. ⚠

IFIXANDREPAIR FRANCHISE LLC demonstrates explosive expansion, growing its footprint to 427 outlets with 201 openings last year against only 6 closures. ✓ The opportunity features a highly accessible $10,000 franchise fee and a total investment starting at $68,200, though the absence of disclosed royalty rates requires clarification. ⚠ A critical risk factor is the lack of an Item 19 financial performance representation, preventing a data-driven validation of unit economics for new investors.

Caring Transitions demonstrates a strong growth trajectory and impressive scale with 423 total outlets, having opened 65 new locations last year compared to only 10 closures. ✓ The franchise presents a highly accessible total investment of $75,760 to $123,150, offering a low barrier to entry paired with a reasonable 6.0% royalty fee. ✓ However, prospective investors should carefully weigh this against the Item 19 financial disclosure, which reports an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $296,598, indicating that typical locations may generate relatively modest profit margins after expenses. ⚠ Additionally, the presence of recent litigation within the system requires thorough due diligence before committing to the $58,900 franchise fee. ⚠

Crunch Franchising demonstrates aggressive expansion and strong unit economics, evidenced by opening 67 new outlets last year and reporting a robust AUV of $2,765,220. ✓ The franchise offers accessible entry via a low $35,000 fee, though the total investment range varies dramatically from $804,000 to over $6.7 million. ⚠ While net growth is healthy, prospective investors should note the presence of litigation and 11 closures within the system.

Realty One Group Affiliates, Inc. exhibits strong expansion momentum with 421 total outlets and a net gain of 30 locations last year ✓. The franchise offers an accessible entry point with a low $19,000 fee and no reported royalties ✓, though the total investment varies significantly up to $227,500. However, prospective investors face limited financial transparency due to the lack of an Item 19 disclosure ⚠, and the presence of litigation marks a potential risk factor ⚠.

This franchise demonstrates strong unit economics with an AUV of $2.16 million and rapid expansion, evidenced by 55 new openings against only 4 closures last year. ✓ The brand offers significant scale with 417 outlets and provides transparent financial performance disclosures. ⚠ However, the investment barrier is high, ranging from roughly $780k to over $5.6 million, which may limit accessibility for some investors.

Cellairis presents a low-barrier entry into the device repair retail sector with a moderate total investment range of $134,515 to $217,415 and a standard 5.0% royalty fee. ⚠ The franchise faces significant contraction risks, having closed 108 outlets last year compared to only 76 openings, resulting in a net loss of scale. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation combined with disclosed litigation further obscures profitability potential and increases investor risk.

Mosquito Joe SPV LLC demonstrates strong scale with 417 total outlets and offers an accessible entry point with a total investment ranging from $151,155 to $193,075. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, and discloses a solid Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $364,223. ⚠ However, significant risk is evident in the recent net decline of units, as the system closed 25 outlets compared to only 23 opened last year. ⚠ This stagnation, combined with a substantial 10.0% royalty fee, suggests potential headwinds for new franchisees despite the brand's overall size.

Einstein Bros. Bagels demonstrates strong growth momentum, opening 35 outlets against only 7 closures last year to expand its presence to 415 total locations. ✓ The franchise offers a compelling value proposition with an Average Unit Volume of $1,165,876, which suggests robust cash flow potential relative to the mid-range investment requirement of roughly $585k to $1 million. ✓ With no history of bankruptcy or litigation, the corporation presents a stable opportunity, though prospective franchisees should note that the high-end startup cost approaches seven figures.

PuroSystems demonstrates strong unit economics with an Average Unit Volume of $953,564 and maintains an accessible entry point with a low $25,000 franchise fee and 3.0% royalty rate. ✓ The network shows solid scale at 411 outlets and positive net growth, opening 33 units compared to 23 closures last year. ⚠ However, prospective investors should note the existing litigation history and the significant variance in total investment, which ranges from roughly $55k to $262k.

BrightStar Franchising, LLC demonstrates strong financial performance and solid scale, evidenced by 408 units and a robust Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $2.43M. ✓ The brand is in a clear growth trajectory, opening 35 outlets compared to only 10 closures last year despite the relatively high total investment ceiling of $235k. ✓ Investors should be aware of the disclosed litigation history, though the absence of bankruptcy provides stability. ⚠

Freedom Franchise System LLC demonstrates strong expansion momentum with 408 total outlets and a net gain of 33 units last year (54 opened vs. 21 closed) ✓. However, the brand carries significant transparency risks, lacking an Item 19 financial disclosure and reporting a history of litigation ⚠. The investment range is exceptionally broad ($223K - $5M), suggesting volatile operational costs that require careful due diligence given the absence of performance data.

ACE Handyman Services demonstrates a solid mid-scale footprint with 401 total outlets and a highly accessible total investment range of $97,200 to $226,000 ✓. The franchise exhibits strong recent momentum by opening 40 new locations last year, supported by a standard $35,000 franchise fee and a reasonable 6.0% royalty rate ✓. However, the closure of 26 outlets in the same period represents a notable churn risk that warrants careful investigation ⚠. Additionally, while the absence of bankruptcy is a positive indicator ✓, prospective buyers must heavily scrutinize the disclosed litigation and Item 19 financial performance to ensure the model's stability ⚠.

Property Management Incorporated Franchise, LLC demonstrates strong scale with 400 total outlets and solid recent expansion, opening 45 units last year. ✓ The franchise offers an accessible entry point with a total investment of $70k-$154k against a robust AUV of $259,680, while maintaining a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the 7.0% royalty fee is significant, and the closure of 22 outlets last year suggests potential retention or operational risks that temper the aggressive growth trajectory.

Phenix Salon Suites Franchising, LLC operates a mid-sized network of 399 outlets, demonstrating solid expansion with a net gain of 11 locations last year. ✓ The franchise offers a compelling Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $474,101, though this is paired with a steep total investment ranging up to $2 million. ⚠ Prospective investors should note the presence of litigation within the disclosure documents and carefully weigh the high capital requirement against the lack of an ongoing royalty fee.

Dog Training Elite demonstrates exceptional momentum and system health, having opened 30 outlets last year with zero closures, signaling strong market demand and operational support. ✓ The franchise offers a transparent financial opportunity with a disclosed Item 19 and a clean leadership history free of litigation or bankruptcy. ✓ However, prospective investors must note the high barrier to entry, as the $110,000 franchise fee and 8.0% royalty rate are significantly steeper than industry averages. ⚠

Einstein Bros. Bagels presents a high-barrier entry point with a total investment ranging from $564,300 to $915,850, though this is balanced by a strong Average Unit Volume of $941,580. ✓ The franchise demonstrates limited recent scalability, having opened only one unit while closing five, resulting in a net contraction of the footprint. ⚠ Prospective buyers should additionally note the disclosure of historical litigation as a factor for due diligence alongside the brand's static growth trajectory. ⚠

ASP Franchising SPE LLC demonstrates strong unit economics with an AUV of $851,824 against a competitive total investment of $84,395 - $210,121 ✓. While the brand shows solid scale with 391 outlets and a low entry fee of $2,500, the growth trajectory is tempered by a high closure rate, with 24 units shuttered against 40 opened last year ⚠. Prospective investors should further scrutinize the "Has Litigation" flag and the specific details of the SPE LLC structure to fully understand the associated legal and liability risks ⚠.

MDR United LLC demonstrates impressive scale and strong unit economics, with an Average Unit Volume of $1,549,914 that significantly justifies the moderate total investment of $171k-$235k. ✓ The brand shows robust expansion momentum, having opened 75 outlets last year to bring the total count to 391, while maintaining a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, potential investors should note the closure of 41 units last year, indicating a high churn rate or operational volatility despite the aggressive growth.

Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. displays exceptional health and momentum, characterized by rapid expansion with 37 outlets opened and zero closures last year. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy risks combined with a low $25,000 franchise fee creates a highly stable and accessible entry point. ✓ While the "N/A" royalty structure and missing total investment figures suggest a unique or highly liquid financial model, the brand's scale and growth trajectory remain top-tier. ✓

United Country Real Estate Inc. presents an accessible entry point for franchisees with a low total investment of $11.3k-$45.8k and a modest $10k franchise fee. ⚠ However, the network is contracting, closing 37 outlets against only 21 openings last year, signaling significant operational or market challenges. ⚠ The absence of financial performance data (Item 19) combined with disclosed litigation further elevates the risk profile for potential investors.

Pillar To Post Inc. presents an accessible entry point into the home inspection sector with a modest total investment ($37k-$132k) and a reasonable royalty rate of 7.0%. ✓ Despite a healthy Average Unit Volume of $475,361 and Item 19 transparency, the system is undergoing a severe contraction, having closed 55 outlets compared to only 12 openings last year. ⚠ This significant net loss of locations, combined with the disclosure of litigation, raises substantial red flags regarding the brand's current stability and growth trajectory.

Weichert maintains a substantial footprint with 374 outlets, but the brand is facing significant contraction with 45 closures outpacing 29 openings last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an objective assessment of unit economics, which is a critical risk given the net loss in outlets. ⚠ Additionally, the presence of litigation and an exceptionally wide investment range of $66k to $347m suggest a complex and potentially high-risk opportunity.