Companies

Harlem Shake presents a compelling financial profile with an exceptionally high Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $2.86M, which suggests strong unit-level economics despite the mid-to-high tier total investment of $409k–$840k. ✓ However, the concept is currently extremely limited in scale with only two total outlets and zero recent growth, indicating the franchise is likely in a very early or stagnant testing phase. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the robust revenue potential against the risks of partnering with an unproven system that lacks an established track record of expansion.

DLC & King, Inc. presents a minimal risk profile regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓, but the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an objective assessment of unit economics ⚠. With only two total outlets and zero growth last year, the system lacks scale and may offer limited operational support ⚠. Additionally, the total investment of $196,300 to $370,200 is significant relative to the unproven nature of such a small franchise system ⚠.

Spiked Rich presents a compelling but unproven value proposition, characterized by a high Average Unit Volume of $903,777 against a mid-range total investment of $324,675 to $647,242. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy history is a positive note, though the system consists of only two outlets with zero growth last year. ⚠ Prospective franchisees face a significant risk-reward scenario, as the robust financial performance is currently based on a very limited operational footprint without any recent expansion.

First Day Franchising, LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of only two total outlets, indicating an unproven model and high risk for early adopters. ⚠ The franchise fee of $60,000 is aggressive for a new brand, though the total investment range of $138,780 to $248,080 offers a relatively accessible entry point. ✓ The presence of an Item 19 financial disclosure and a clean legal history are positive signs of transparency, while the opening of one unit without closures suggests stable initial traction.

Sweatheory is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating an unproven business model. ⚠ The total investment is wide-ranging and potentially steep ($192k–$728k) for a brand lacking an Item 19 financial performance representation. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy, but the absence of validated earnings data makes this a high-risk venture for prospective franchisees.

Spend The Day Franchising, Inc. is an extremely early-stage concept with only 2 total outlets, making it a high-risk venture despite a clean legal record with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓. The brand demonstrates promising unit-level economics with an Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $537,258 and maintained 100% unit retention last year ✓. However, the lack of disclosed fees and investment costs, combined with a minimal operational footprint, suggests the system is unproven and lacks the historical data required for a confident risk assessment ⚠.

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.

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.

Accor Franchising US LLC presents an extreme barrier to entry with a total investment ranging from $3.4 million to over $1.1 billion, catering exclusively to high-capital developers rather than typical franchisees. ⚠ The franchise carries significant risk factors, including a lack of financial performance representations (Item 19), a history of litigation, and a static footprint with only two total outlets and zero recent growth. ✓ The brand appears financially stable with no bankruptcy history, though the opaque fee structure and minimal scale suggest a complex and niche opportunity.

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.

Balloon Realm, LLC is a high-risk proposition characterized by a micro-scale footprint of only two units and zero recent growth. ⚠ The franchise carries a significant bankruptcy flag, and the $45,500 franchise fee represents an aggressive entry cost for a system with no proven expansion trajectory. ✓ While the concept provides an Item 19 financial performance representation, the combination of historical insolvency and total stagnation suggests the investment lacks stability.

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. ⚠

Eye & I Eyecare is a high-investment medical franchise requiring a total commitment of up to $670k, though this entry cost is balanced by a robust Average Unit Volume of $1.34M ✓. The concept demonstrates operational stability with a clean legal record and no recent unit closures, but the lack of new outlets opened last year indicates a static growth trajectory ⚠. With only two total locations, the franchise lacks the proven scale of larger competitors, making it a potentially lucrative but unproven opportunity for investors ⚠.

Status Solutions Network, LLC presents a high-risk profile characterized by a near-total lack of scale, with only two total outlets and a net loss of one location last year. ⚠ The franchise carries a steep 15.0% royalty fee and lacks an Item 19 financial disclosure, offering no data to validate the business model or justify the ongoing costs. ✓ While the initial investment is relatively low ($46,500 - $67,900), the combination of zero recent growth and significant unit contraction suggests systemic operational or market challenges.

Pikes Peak Lemonade Franchise, LLC is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets with zero growth in the last year. ✓ The franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a $15,000 fee and reports a strong Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $423,537 against a mid-range total investment. ⚠ However, the lack of historical scaling and a wide investment variance ($47k-$339k) suggest the business model may still be unproven or inconsistent. The combination of high royalties (6.0%) and a static footprint indicates this is a high-risk opportunity despite the seemingly robust unit economics.

Cleanables, LLC is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets, making it a high-risk venture despite a clean legal record with no litigation or bankruptcy ✓. The franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a total investment starting at $99,900, though the 7.0% royalty rate is relatively high for a new system ⚠. The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant drawback, as it prevents prospective franchisees from validating the economic model ⚠.

Duff's Cake Mix presents an extremely limited scale with only two total outlets and zero growth over the last year, suggesting the concept remains unproven as a franchise system. ⚠ The total investment ranging from $271,800 to $414,900 is significant for a brand without an Item 19 financial disclosure, making it difficult to validate potential returns against the risk. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive note regarding corporate stability, but the lack of momentum and data transparency are major concerns for prospective investors.

Ideal Automotive Sales presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment ranging from $514k to over $2.6M, making it accessible only to well-capitalized investors. ⚠ The concept currently lacks scale and momentum, operating only two outlets with zero growth recorded last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant transparency risk given the substantial capital required. ✓ The franchise maintains a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy, though the lack of operational data makes this a speculative venture.

FacialMania Franchising, LLC is a high-risk concept currently lacking scale, operating with only two total outlets despite a recent opening of three units and zero closures. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an assessment of unit economics, while the presence of litigation creates a significant red flag for prospective investors. ✓ The brand shows early signs of life with positive net growth, but the wide total investment range of $250,300 to $688,500 requires substantial capital commitment for an unproven system.

Home Halo Franchising presents a compelling value proposition characterized by robust unit economics and a low cost of entry, with an Average Unit Volume of $970,528 against a maximum investment of roughly $157k. ✓ The absence of litigation or bankruptcy issues provides a clean risk profile, while the 5.0% royalty rate remains standard for the sector. ✓ However, the network is currently at a nascent stage with only two total outlets, indicating an unproven scale and limited operational history. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must weigh the high revenue potential against the inherent risks of partnering with a startup franchise system. ⚠

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.

BMMS Franchise LLC is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets with zero growth in the last year. ⚠ The franchise presents a high-risk profile for investors due to the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation and a steep total investment ranging from $238,500 to $765,000. ✓ While the corporate history is clean with no litigation or bankruptcy, the combination of a 7.0% royalty fee and lack of operational validation makes this a speculative opportunity.

Halal City Grill is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of only two outlets and zero growth last year, indicating an unproven model despite offering Item 19 financial transparency. ✓ The franchise presents a clean record with no litigation or bankruptcy, but the lack of operational scale poses a significant risk for new franchisees. ⚠ With a mid-range investment of $282,000 to $667,600 and a 5.5% royalty fee, the system lacks the peer benchmarking data necessary to validate the return on investment.

Karter Schools presents a high-barrier-to-entry investment opportunity with a total cost ranging from $3.1 million to $9.6 million, positioning it as a premium, capital-intensive venture. ✓ The absence of litigation, bankruptcy, and recent unit closures indicates a stable corporate foundation, while the inclusion of an Item 19 provides essential financial transparency. ⚠ However, the network is currently comprised of only two outlets with zero growth last year, signaling that the franchise is in its earliest stages of development and lacks an established track record of scale.

Madurai Kitchen presents a high-entry investment model ranging up to $702,500, but establishes credibility with a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓. The inclusion of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a positive for prospective investors, though the brand is currently in a static phase with zero growth and only two total units ⚠. This lack of scale and recent expansion activity suggests the franchise is likely in a very early or pilot stage, posing execution risks for new partners.

Aldea presents a high-barrier entry opportunity with a total investment reaching nearly $800,000, yet it lacks the scale to justify this cost, operating with only two total outlets and zero growth last year. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a critical risk for prospective investors, particularly given the unproven nature of the business model. ⚠ While the lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive administrative sign, the franchise offers no tangible evidence of replicable success or ROI.

Sea Glass Properties is an early-stage concept with minimal scale, operating only two units with zero growth recorded last year. ✓ The franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a total investment starting at $101,500 and a clean leadership record devoid of litigation or bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents prospective franchisees from validating potential earnings. ⚠ The lack of momentum and historical data makes this a high-risk opportunity requiring significant due diligence.

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.

Daigle Cleaning Systems is a micro-scale operation with only two total outlets and zero recent growth, signaling a lack of market traction. ✓ The franchise offers a very low barrier to entry with a total investment of $54k-$68k and no ongoing royalty fees. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of earnings potential, and the stagnant unit count suggests a minimal support infrastructure.

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 ⚠.

Always an Angel Homecare is an extremely young concept with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets after adding one location last year. ✓ The franchise offers a low barrier to entry with a total investment of $85.6k–$133.5k and a clean leadership history free of litigation or bankruptcy. ✓ The provision of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a positive step for transparency. ⚠ However, the tiny network size presents significant risk regarding brand maturity and operational stability.

The Piggy BBQ Franchise, LLC is an early-stage concept with a minimal footprint of only two outlets, indicating a high-risk, ground-floor investment opportunity. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation is a significant red flag for potential investors evaluating ROI. ⚠ While the lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive administrative note, the high total investment of up to $941,600 coupled with zero recent growth suggests the system lacks proven scalability.

Montauk Lobster House is currently a micro-scale operation with only two total outlets and zero growth over the last year, indicating that the franchise system is essentially unproven. While the initial investment range of $148,250 to $395,000 is relatively accessible and the corporate record is clean, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents potential investors from validating the business model's profitability. ⚠ The lack of momentum and financial transparency represents a significant risk for franchisees looking for an established support system and trackable returns.

Vicious Biscuit presents a compelling but high-risk value proposition, characterized by an exceptionally high Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $2.24M against a steep total investment of up to $1.05M. ✓ The brand demonstrates strong unit-level economics and efficient royalty structures, though ⚠ its minimal footprint of only two locations and zero recent growth suggest the concept is unproven at scale. Additionally, ⚠ the presence of litigation in the disclosure document warrants scrutiny, as the system currently lacks the operational history to fully validate the franchise model.

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.

Black Sheep Coffee Franchising LLC is currently a micro-scale operation with only 2 total outlets, having opened its first franchise locations just last year. ⚠ The brand carries a heavy financial burden, requiring a total investment of up to $1.4 million alongside a high 7.0% royalty fee. ⚠ A significant risk for investors is the absence of an Item 19 financial performance representation, which leaves potential returns unverified. ✓ The leadership shows a clean history regarding litigation and bankruptcy, and the network is currently stable with zero closures.

KRK Franchises, Inc. presents a high-risk profile due to its minimal scale of only two total outlets and stagnant growth with zero openings last year. ✓ The franchise offers a low cost of entry ranging from $100k to $230k and maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents an objective assessment of potential returns. ⚠ The combination of a lack of system momentum and missing earnings data suggests this is an unproven concept with significant risk for prospective franchisees.

M BROWZ Franchise LLC is an ultra-nascent concept with minimal scale, operating only two total outlets after opening one last year. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy provides a clean legal baseline, and the brand maintained zero closures during its recent expansion. ⚠ However, the lack of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents ROI verification, representing a significant risk for a high-entry cost of $273k–$440k. ⚠ With a $40,000 franchise fee and 5% royalty, this investment lacks the historical performance data and operational proof typically required to justify the risk.

This franchise is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets, having launched both locations just last year with no closures. ✓ The investment range of roughly $102k to $104k is relatively accessible, though the $40,000 franchise fee is steep given the lack of operational history. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure prevents validation of the business model's profitability, and the 10% royalty rate is standard but high for an unproven system.

WePlay Music Franchise presents a high-barrier entry point with a total investment ranging from $357,350 to $630,000, combined with a steep 8.0% royalty fee. ⚠ The concept currently lacks validation regarding unit economics, as it does not provide an Item 19 financial disclosure and has not expanded beyond its two existing outlets. ⚠ With zero growth recorded last year and a minimal footprint, the franchise offers no track record of success or scalability for prospective investors.

Missquito® is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets, making it a high-risk venture despite a low entry point of $73,200. ✓ The unit count doubled last year with no closures, but the absence of an Item 19 prevents validation of financial performance. ⚠ Significant concerns arise from the disclosed litigation and a 10% royalty fee, which is aggressive for an unproven system.

Kuma Ani presents a high-barrier-to-entry investment opportunity with a total cost ranging from $344,500 to $544,000, though it maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ The franchise offers financial transparency through an Item 19 disclosure, but the 5.0% royalty fee must be weighed against the current lack of economies of scale with only two total outlets. ⚠ The closure of one outlet last year coupled with zero new openings indicates a stagnant or potentially declining growth trajectory, posing a significant risk for prospective franchisees. ⚠

Dirt Franchise LLC is an extremely early-stage concept with only two total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating an unproven business model. ⚠ The franchise lacks an Item 19 financial performance representation, making it difficult for prospective franchisees to assess potential ROI against the $161,700 to $270,100 investment. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive note, but the limited scale offers no validation of operational sustainability.

Jolly Jolly Bakery-NY is a micro-scale operation with only two total outlets and zero growth last year, signaling a highly unproven franchise model. ⚠ The total investment of $586,000–$828,000 is exceptionally steep for a concept with no Item 19 financial disclosure, creating a high-risk proposition for potential returns. ✓ The lack of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive administrative note, but the combination of a $35,000 franchise fee and minimal operational footprint suggests limited support infrastructure.

Seva Senior Home Care Services is a micro-scale concept with only two total outlets and zero growth last year, indicating the brand is unproven and lacks market traction. While the absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive ✓, the investment range of $109,500 to $277,500 is relatively high given the total lack of support infrastructure. A major red flag ⚠ is the missing Item 19 financial performance representation, which forces prospective franchisees to validate the business model without franchisor-provided data.

RCG Behavioral Health Franchising, Inc. presents a compelling but unproven value proposition, characterized by an exceptionally high Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $2,888,047 ✓ against a mid-range total investment of $282k–$584k. However, the system consists of only 2 total outlets with zero growth last year ⚠, indicating the franchise is in its infancy and lacks an established track record of third-party ownership. While the absence of litigation or bankruptcy is a positive sign ✓, prospective franchisees must rely on corporate-operated financials rather than validated franchisee performance data.

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 ⚠.

Marigold Academy, LLC presents a compelling but high-stakes investment opportunity characterized by an exceptionally high Average Unit Volume (AUV) of $2.17M against a mid-to-high range total investment of $605k-$819k. ✓ The potential return on investment is attractive, yet the franchise is in a very early stage of validation with only 2 total outlets and zero growth recorded last year. ⚠ Prospective franchisees must rely heavily on the Item 19 financial performance of a tiny sample size, as the concept lacks a proven track record of scale.

Chick'ncone Franchise, LLC presents a low-cost entry point into the food service sector with a total investment ranging from $86k to $170k and a modest $15,000 franchise fee ✓. The franchise offers financial transparency through an Item 19 disclosure and maintains a clean record regarding litigation and bankruptcy ✓. However, the concept currently lacks proof of scale or momentum, operating with only 2 total outlets and registering 0 growth in the last year ⚠.