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Row House demonstrates strong operational health with zero closures last year against 54 openings, bringing total outlets to 254. ✓ The franchise offers financial transparency through Item 19, reporting an average unit volume of $761,087, which supports the $257,700–$499,500 total investment range. ✓ The $60,000 franchise fee and 7% royalty are standard for the fitness sector, and the absence of litigation or bankruptcy filings reduces risk. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should evaluate whether the disclosed AUV justifies the investment and royalty burden in their specific market.

Sun Tan City operates 252 tanning salon locations with a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total investment ranging from $676,290 to $1,797,750. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, reporting an average unit volume (AUV) of $627,114, and has no litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ However, the 8.0% royalty fee is relatively high, and the system experienced zero net unit growth last year with 7 closures, signaling potential stagnation or contraction. This flat growth trajectory combined with a high investment cost suggests caution for prospective franchisees.

Bath Tune-Up operates 250 outlets with a high total investment range of $1.29M to $1.90M and a $79,950 franchise fee. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure showing an average unit volume of $521,522. ⚠ However, significant red flags include a net decline of 10 outlets last year (16 opened vs. 26 closed), plus both litigation and bankruptcy history. This negative growth trajectory and legal/financial baggage suggest substantial operational or market challenges despite the disclosed revenue figures.

Fiesta Insurance operates 248 outlets with a very low entry point of $5,900, though the total investment range extends to $451,247, indicating significant variability in unit build-out. ✓ The brand shows a healthy average unit volume of $321,581 and charges no royalty, which is a strong positive for franchisee margins. ⚠ However, the growth trajectory is concerning, with 15 new openings last year nearly offset by 14 closures, suggesting stagnation or unit-level struggles. With no litigation or bankruptcy history, the primary risk is the brand's inability to achieve net positive unit growth.

DIPPIN' DOTS FRANCHISING, L.L.C. operates a network of 246 outlets, showing moderate net growth with 28 openings against 14 closures last year. ✓ The low $15,000 franchise fee and wide investment range ($79K-$399K) offer flexibility for different market scales. ⚠ The absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag, as prospective franchisees cannot verify unit-level profitability or revenue expectations. ✓ The lack of litigation and bankruptcy history provides some reassurance, but the lack of royalty data and financial performance data makes it difficult to assess ongoing costs and return potential.

The Decor Group operates 245 outlets with a low franchise fee of $9,400 and a total investment range of $21,550 to $116,250, making it an accessible entry point. ✓ The reported average unit volume (AUV) of $418,607 suggests strong revenue potential relative to the low investment. ⚠ However, the brand shows a stagnant growth trajectory, opening 11 outlets while closing 10 in the last year, and the presence of litigation is a notable red flag.

Five Star Painting operates a sizable network of 245 outlets, with a moderate total investment range of $82,200 to $194,600 and a franchise fee of $47,229. ✓ The brand shows positive net growth, having opened 21 new outlets last year while closing 10, and it provides an Item 19 financial disclosure for transparency. ✓ There are no litigation or bankruptcy concerns, which supports a clean operational history. ⚠ The absence of a stated royalty fee is unusual and may warrant clarification on the franchisor's ongoing revenue model.

Elements Massage operates 239 units with a moderate franchise fee of $40,000 and a total investment range of $515,789 to $1,057,853. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, reporting an average unit volume (AUV) of $981,430, which suggests solid revenue potential for established locations. ⚠ However, a significant red flag emerges from its growth trajectory: the system opened only 6 new outlets last year while closing 15, indicating net contraction and potential operational or market challenges. ⚠ Additionally, the presence of litigation further elevates risk for prospective franchisees evaluating this opportunity.

Mr. Rooter operates a sizable network of 238 outlets with a moderate initial investment ranging from $122,303 to $298,675 and a franchise fee of $43,750. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy filings suggests a stable legal and financial history. ⚠ However, the lack of Item 19 financial performance data is a significant transparency concern, making it impossible to assess unit-level profitability or validate the business model. ⚠ Without disclosed outlet openings or closures, the system's growth trajectory and franchisee turnover remain unknown, adding further uncertainty for prospective investors.

Fibrenew USA, LTD. operates a sizable network of 237 outlets with a relatively low total investment range of $100,595 to $122,280, making it an accessible entry point for franchisees. ✓ The brand demonstrated solid growth by opening 27 new units last year, though the closure of 13 outlets signals some churn that warrants attention. ⚠ A significant red flag is the absence of Item 19 financial performance data, leaving prospective franchisees without crucial earnings projections to validate the business model. ✓ With no litigation or bankruptcy history, the franchise maintains a clean legal record, but the lack of royalty disclosure and financial performance data creates notable uncertainty.

Deli Management, Inc. presents a high-risk profile characterized by a severe contraction in system-wide scale, evidenced by 15 closures against only 1 opening last year. ⚠ The franchise requires a substantial capital investment of up to $2.5 million yet lacks an Item 19 financial performance disclosure, making it difficult for investors to validate the return potential. ⚠ Additional concerns include a history of litigation and a stagnant growth trajectory, suggesting significant operational or market challenges.

Arthur Murray Dance Studio operates a substantial network of 237 outlets, with a moderate initial investment ranging from $71,120 to $252,120 and a franchise fee of $25,000. ✓ The brand demonstrates healthy unit economics, reporting an average unit volume (AUV) of $715,610, which supports the 8.0% royalty fee. ⚠ Growth is modest with 11 openings against 4 closures last year, but the presence of litigation history introduces a notable risk factor for prospective franchisees. Overall, this is a mature, established franchise with strong revenue potential, though legal concerns warrant careful due diligence.

Mr. Electric operates a sizable network of 236 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $43,750 and a total investment range of $159,500 to $357,425. ✓ The brand demonstrates strong unit economics, with an average unit volume (AUV) of $514,894 and a reasonable 6.0% royalty fee. ✓ Growth is robust, with 40 new outlets opened last year, though the 14 closures signal some churn that warrants monitoring. ⚠ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy is a positive, but prospective franchisees should scrutinize the closure rate relative to the expansion pace.

Woof Gang Bakery, Inc. operates a sizable 236-unit network with strong recent growth, having opened 48 outlets against only 7 closures last year. ✓ The relatively moderate franchise fee of $24,950 and total investment range of $184,420 to $506,620 are accessible for a pet retail concept, supported by an Item 19 disclosure showing an average unit volume of $640,601. ⚠ However, the 7.0% royalty is on the higher side for the industry, and the presence of litigation in the franchise's history introduces a notable risk factor. Overall, the brand demonstrates healthy expansion and unit economics, but prospective franchisees should carefully evaluate the legal disclosures and royalty burden.

The Cleaning Authority operates a sizable network of 236 units with a moderate entry cost, as the total investment ranges from $76,200 to $147,100 and the franchise fee is $15,000. ✓ A strong positive is the disclosed financial performance, showing an average unit volume (AUV) of $1,287,621, which is high for the residential cleaning sector. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation is a notable red flag that warrants further investigation. The brand shows healthy net growth, having opened 16 outlets while only 4 closed in the last year, indicating a positive trajectory.

RaceWay operates 236 outlets with a low franchise fee of $25,000 and a total investment range of $197,500 to $585,000, making it accessible for entry-level investors. ✓ The brand shows positive net growth, adding 11 new units while only closing 3 in the last year, indicating steady expansion. ⚠ However, the absence of Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag, as it prevents prospective franchisees from evaluating unit-level profitability or revenue benchmarks. ⚠ The 1000% royalty structure is unusual and likely a data error, but if accurate, it would represent an extreme and unsustainable cost burden.

ILKB LLC operates 233 outlets with a strong growth trajectory, having opened 81 locations last year against only 7 closures, indicating robust unit-level demand. The franchise fee is $49,999 with a 6% royalty, and total investment ranges from $214,944 to $559,494, positioning it as a mid-to-high-cost opportunity. ✓ The Item 19 disclosure shows an average unit volume of $445,166, suggesting solid revenue potential for franchisees. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation is a notable risk factor that warrants further investigation before committing.

MOSQUITO SQUAD operates a sizable network of 232 outlets with a moderate entry cost of $162,380 to $220,375 and a 10% royalty. ✓ The brand shows positive growth, adding 14 net new units last year, and discloses a healthy average unit volume of $493,200. ⚠ However, the 8 closures in the same period represent a concerning 3.4% closure rate, and the presence of litigation is a notable red flag for prospective franchisees.

Assisting Hands operates 232 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $56,200 and a total investment range of $96,850 to $181,200, making it accessible for many owner-operators. ✓ The brand shows strong growth, opening 37 new outlets last year while only closing 7, indicating healthy unit economics and demand. ✓ The 5.0% royalty is competitive, and the absence of litigation or bankruptcy history suggests a stable franchise system. ⚠ Prospective franchisees should carefully review the Item 19 financial disclosure to verify profitability, as the relatively low investment may attract less capitalized operators.

AlphaGraphics operates a mature network of 232 outlets with a moderate entry cost, as the franchise fee is $32,500 and total investment ranges from $53,450 to $391,189. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, reporting an average unit volume of $1,164,747, which signals strong revenue potential for franchisees. ⚠ However, the system is not expanding, having closed 6 outlets while opening only 5 in the last year, indicating a stagnant or slightly contracting footprint. With no litigation or bankruptcy history, the primary risk is the lack of growth momentum rather than legal or financial instability.

Interim Healthcare Inc. operates a mature network of 230 outlets with a relatively low franchise fee of $75,000 and a modest 3.25% royalty, though the total investment range of $156,000 to $628,000 is broad. ✓ The system shows strong unit economics, with an average unit volume (AUV) of $3.6 million reported in Item 19, indicating significant revenue potential. ⚠ However, a major red flag is the net contraction of 9 outlets last year (22 opened vs. 31 closed), suggesting underlying operational or market challenges that outweigh the positive financial disclosure and clean litigation history.

AIRE SERV operates 229 outlets with a high franchise fee of $46,750 and a total investment range of $113,809 to $271,709. ✓ The brand shows strong revenue potential, with an average unit volume (AUV) of $1,638,144 disclosed in Item 19, and no litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ However, the growth trajectory is concerning, as 45 outlets opened last year were nearly offset by 24 closures, indicating significant churn. This high closure rate relative to new openings suggests operational or market challenges that warrant caution.

Fastest Labs operates 229 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $45,500 and total investment ranging from $116,500 to $220,500. ✓ The brand shows strong growth, opening 65 new units last year against only 18 closures, and reports a healthy average unit volume of $156,205. ⚠ The 7.0% royalty is on the higher side for a service-based franchise, which may pressure margins. ✓ No litigation or bankruptcy history provides a clean operational record, supporting the positive expansion trajectory.

The Grounds Guys operates a sizable network of 229 outlets with a moderate entry cost, as the total investment ranges from $74,570 to $252,850 and the franchise fee is $36,920. ✓ The brand demonstrates strong unit economics with an average unit volume (AUV) of $392,054 and a royalty rate of 5.0%, while its growth trajectory is positive, having opened 31 new outlets last year. ⚠ However, the closure of 10 outlets in the same period signals some churn, though the absence of litigation and bankruptcy filings suggests a stable franchise system. Overall, this is a growing service franchise with solid financial disclosure and manageable investment requirements.

Precision Franchising LLC operates 229 outlets with a relatively high average unit volume of $832,329, suggesting strong unit economics. ✓ The franchise fee is low at $10,000, but the total investment range of $134,000 to $478,100 is moderate, and the 7.5% royalty is standard. ⚠ While the brand opened 9 new outlets last year with zero closures, indicating stable growth, both litigation and bankruptcy history are notable red flags that warrant further investigation.

Window Gang operates 228 outlets with a relatively low total investment range of $108,200 to $148,600, making it an accessible entry point for franchisees. ✓ The brand shows stable growth with 3 new outlets opened and zero closures in the last year, indicating strong unit retention. ⚠ However, the average unit volume (AUV) of just $46,461 is very low, and the presence of litigation in the franchise's history raises a cautionary flag for prospective investors. The 6% royalty on such modest revenue may also pressure margins.

L & L Franchise operates 227 outlets with a relatively low royalty fee of 1.5%, which is a positive for franchisee margins. ✓ The total investment range of $253,950 to $838,460 is moderate, and the brand showed modest net growth with 8 openings versus 6 closures last year. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation is a notable red flag that warrants further investigation. Overall, this is a stable but slow-growing franchise with a reasonable cost structure.

Kinderdance operates a small network of 227 outlets, but its recent growth is concerning with 4 openings against 5 closures, indicating a net contraction. The low total investment range of $24,550 to $49,000 and a $20,000 franchise fee make it an accessible entry point, though the 12.0% royalty is relatively high for a children's program. ⚠ A significant red flag is the absence of Item 19 financial performance data, leaving prospective franchisees without crucial earnings benchmarks. ✓ On a positive note, the franchise has no history of litigation or bankruptcy, suggesting a clean legal record despite its stagnant growth.

Sb Oil Change Franchising operates 226 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $54,900 and a 6.0% royalty, though the total investment range is unusually wide at $247,900 to $2,143,400, suggesting significant variability in unit types. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure with an average unit volume of $761,207, and has no litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ However, net growth is modest at 16 new units (27 opened minus 11 closed), indicating some churn that warrants scrutiny. The high-end investment cost may limit franchisee accessibility, but the disclosed AUV offers a solid revenue baseline for qualified investors.

AmericInn International exhibits a solid growth trajectory, evidenced by a net gain of 8 outlets last year and a clean background regarding litigation and bankruptcy. ✓ The franchise offers accessible entry for smaller developers with a low franchise fee and a total investment starting around $308k, though the ceiling scales up significantly to nearly $11M. ⚠ The presence of an Item 19 financial disclosure provides essential earnings transparency, helping investors balance the moderate upfront costs against operational risks.

Bin There USA, LLC operates 226 outlets with a moderate entry cost of $116,200 to $235,400 and no ongoing royalty, a notable positive. ✓ The system shows healthy growth, adding 22 net new units last year against only 2 closures, and reports a strong average unit volume of $301,130. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation is a red flag that warrants further investigation into potential franchisee disputes or legal challenges. Overall, the brand demonstrates solid unit economics and expansion, but the litigation risk tempers the outlook.

Camp Bow Wow operates a sizable network of 224 outlets, demonstrating established brand presence in the pet care sector. ✓ The franchise shows healthy net growth with 13 new openings against only 3 closures last year, and the absence of litigation or bankruptcy history adds stability. ⚠ However, the total investment range of $1.2M to $2.0M is substantial, and the lack of a stated royalty fee is unusual, potentially masking ongoing costs. ✓ The inclusion of Item 19 financial disclosure provides transparency for evaluating unit economics, though the high entry cost demands careful capital assessment.

Homewatch CareGivers operates a sizable network of 224 outlets, with a moderate total investment range of $92,310 to $154,000 and a $50,000 franchise fee. ✓ The system shows positive growth, having opened 26 new outlets last year, and provides a strong financial disclosure with an average unit volume (AUV) of $1,367,155. ⚠ However, a significant red flag is the 15 closures in the same period, representing a high closure rate relative to openings, and the presence of litigation adds further risk. This suggests a system with solid revenue potential but notable operational and legal challenges that require careful due diligence.

Taco Bell operates a relatively small franchise system of 221 outlets, with a moderate franchise fee of $22,500 but a very wide total investment range of $287,950 to $8,557,700, indicating significant variability in unit types. ⚠ The absence of Item 19 financial performance data is a notable transparency risk for prospective franchisees. ⚠ The system experienced net contraction last year, with 11 closures versus only 9 openings, signaling potential unit-level challenges or market saturation. ✓ The brand benefits from strong consumer recognition, though the lack of financial disclosure and negative net unit growth are key concerns for investors.

Total Car Franchisingoration operates 219 outlets with a very low franchise fee of $2,500 and a total investment range of $22,200 to $99,300, making it highly accessible. ✓ The brand reports an average unit volume of $177,432, but the 30% royalty fee is extremely high and will significantly compress franchisee margins. ⚠ Growth is sluggish, with 22 openings versus 17 closures in the last year, indicating near-stagnant net expansion. ✓ No litigation or bankruptcy history provides some stability, but the high royalty and weak net growth are notable concerns.

The Little Gym operates a sizable network of 219 outlets, with a total investment range of $420,324 to $722,773. ✓ The brand shows strong growth, opening 39 new locations last year against only 6 closures, and reports a healthy average unit volume (AUV) of $1,043,656. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation in its history is a notable risk factor that prospective franchisees should investigate. Overall, the system demonstrates robust expansion and solid unit economics, tempered by legal concerns.

Dollar operates 219 outlets with a very wide total investment range of $564,300 to $12,494,000, suggesting significant variability in unit types or real estate costs. ✓ The brand shows healthy net growth, opening 11 units while only closing 1 in the last year, indicating strong demand and operational stability. ⚠ A major red flag is the absence of Item 19 financial performance data, leaving prospective franchisees without any validated revenue or profit benchmarks. ✓ The absence of litigation and bankruptcy history provides some reassurance, but the lack of royalty disclosure and financial projections makes it difficult to assess unit-level economics.

Tommy's Express LLC operates 216 outlets with a high-cost entry point of $4.9M to $9.3M total investment, including a $40,000 franchise fee and 4.0% royalty. ✓ The brand shows strong growth, adding 42 net new units last year with only 2 closures, and reports a healthy average unit volume of $1.6M. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation is a notable risk factor, though the absence of bankruptcy history provides some stability. Overall, this is a rapidly expanding, capital-intensive franchise with solid unit economics but requires careful due diligence on legal matters.

Häagen-Dazs operates a relatively small system of 215 outlets with a moderate growth trajectory, having opened 15 units while closing 7 in the last year. ✓ The franchise offers a low franchise fee of $15,000 and a reasonable 5.0% royalty, with a disclosed average unit volume of $704,198 that provides a clear financial benchmark. ⚠ However, the total investment range is exceptionally wide at $14,500 to $5.7 million, suggesting significant variability in unit types or locations that could complicate cost projections. ✓ With no litigation or bankruptcy history, the brand presents a stable legal profile, though the net gain of only 8 outlets indicates a cautious expansion pace.

A&W Restaurants Inc. operates a modest system of 214 outlets with a very low franchise fee of $15,000 and a 5.0% royalty, but the total investment range is absurdly wide and unrealistic, spanning from $298,736,899 to $157,639,172,906, which is a critical red flag suggesting a data error or extreme variability. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure with an average unit volume (AUV) of $1,326,399, offering transparency on potential revenue. ⚠ The growth trajectory is flat, with 9 outlets opened and 9 closed in the last year, indicating no net expansion and potential market saturation or operational challenges. ✓ There is no litigation or bankruptcy history, which is a positive sign for stability, but the stagnant growth and nonsensical investment range warrant caution.

FIX AUTO operates a large network of 212 outlets with a very high average unit volume of $3,183,710, indicating strong revenue potential for franchisees. ✓ The system shows healthy net growth, opening 18 new locations last year while only closing 8, and has no litigation or bankruptcy history. ⚠ However, the total investment range is exceptionally wide at $55,100 to $3,090,000, suggesting vastly different entry points or business models that require careful scrutiny. The low franchise fee of $10,000 and 3.0% royalty are attractive, but the capital requirement for a full-scale collision center is substantial.

Window World operates 211 outlets with a moderate investment range of $123,200 to $331,000 and no ongoing royalty, which is a positive for franchisee margins. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, offering transparency on potential earnings. ⚠ However, the presence of litigation and a net decline of one outlet last year (2 opened vs. 3 closed) signals stagnation and potential operational or legal challenges. This flat growth trajectory and legal overhang warrant caution for prospective franchisees.

ACFN operates 210 outlets with a low investment range of $37,838 to $59,921 and a $24,000 franchise fee, making it accessible for entry-level franchisees. ✓ The brand provides Item 19 financial disclosure, offering transparency on potential performance. ⚠ However, a severe red flag emerges from its growth trajectory: only 26 outlets opened versus 49 closed last year, indicating a net loss of 23 units and potential systemic operational or profitability issues. This high closure rate relative to its size demands cautious scrutiny before investment.

Carrabba's Italian Grill, LLC operates 210 outlets but shows a stagnant growth trajectory with zero new openings and one closure in the last year. ✓ The franchise fee is relatively low at $40,000, though the total investment range of $4.26M to $9.04M is substantial and typical for a full-service restaurant concept. ⚠ The absence of Item 19 financial disclosure is a significant red flag, as it prevents prospective franchisees from evaluating unit-level profitability or revenue benchmarks. ⚠ Additionally, the presence of litigation history adds further uncertainty to an already opaque and non-growing franchise system.

Lifestyle Publications, LLC operates a sizable network of 210 outlets with a low total investment range of $22,600 to $46,350, making it an accessible entry point for franchisees. ✓ The system shows strong growth, having opened 50 new outlets last year against only 8 closures, and reports a healthy average unit volume of $575,063. ⚠ However, the 7% royalty fee is notable given the low initial investment, and the presence of litigation in the franchise's history is a risk factor that requires careful due diligence. Overall, the franchise demonstrates robust expansion and solid unit economics, but prospective buyers should investigate the litigation details thoroughly.

bb.q Chicken operates 208 outlets with strong recent growth, adding 51 net new locations last year against only 5 closures, indicating healthy unit-level demand. ✓ The franchise fee is $45,000 with a 5% royalty, but the total investment range is exceptionally wide at $260,490 to over $7.9 million, suggesting vastly different build-out requirements. ⚠ The absence of Item 19 financial performance data is a significant red flag, as prospective franchisees cannot assess typical revenue or profitability. ✓ No litigation or bankruptcy history provides some comfort, though the lack of earnings claims makes financial due diligence challenging.

Slim Chickens operates 207 outlets with a moderate growth trajectory, opening 18 net new units last year after accounting for 10 closures. ✓ The franchise reports a healthy average unit volume (AUV) of $2.4 million, though the total investment range of $1.2M to $4.9M is substantial, with a low $15,000 franchise fee and a 5.0% royalty. ⚠ The presence of litigation is a notable risk factor, while the absence of bankruptcy provides some stability. Overall, the brand shows expansion potential but requires careful due diligence on legal disclosures and unit-level profitability.

BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership operates 206 outlets with a moderate franchise fee of $20,000 and a 5.0% royalty, though the total investment range of $409,033 to $2,644,060 is wide, reflecting significant capital requirements for larger locations. ✓ The brand shows healthy growth, opening 17 new outlets last year against only 5 closures, and reports a strong average unit volume (AUV) of $745,019, indicating solid unit economics. ✓ There are no litigation or bankruptcy concerns, which supports a clean operational history. ⚠ The high upper end of the investment range may limit franchisee accessibility, but the positive net growth and disclosed financial performance suggest a stable, expanding concept.

Amazing Lash Studio operates 202 outlets with a high franchise fee of $109,474 and total investment ranging from $464,464 to $770,754. ✓ The brand reports a healthy average unit volume (AUV) of $541,436, indicating strong revenue potential for established locations. ⚠ However, a severe red flag emerges from its growth trajectory: only 5 new outlets opened last year versus 41 closures, signaling significant system contraction and potential operational or market saturation issues. ⚠ Additionally, the presence of litigation further elevates risk, making this a high-investment opportunity with a deeply concerning net unit decline.

Fox’s Pizza Den operates 202 outlets with a low franchise fee of $15,000 and a total investment range of $105,300 to $241,000, making it an affordable entry point. ⚠ However, the absence of an Item 19 financial disclosure means franchisees lack validated earnings data, increasing uncertainty. ✓ The brand has no litigation or bankruptcy history, but ⚠ its growth trajectory is concerning, with zero new outlets opened and nine closures in the last year, signaling potential stagnation or contraction.