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27 ‘I Could Do That!’

This guy saw a failing franchise, then stepped in to become its own owner.

12 3 Exciting Things

Throughout the issue (starting on page 12), we ask leaders of notable franchises: What’s new and exciting there?

19 Caring for Others

Amada Senior Care has grown by helping seniors in ways that others don’t.

23 Pet Lovers, Apply!

Mobile pet-grooming franchise Zoomin Groomin is growing fast.

31 Build a Killer Team

How Saladworks’ No. 1 franchisee builds teams that thrive—and help him scale.

35 A Bowl of Delicious

At Playa Bowls, you can serve the perfect summer treat that people also buy year-round.

39 Franchise Myths, Busted!

What everyone gets wrong about franchising, and what you need to really know.

49 Which Franchise Model Is Right for You?

We break down the options, so you can find your fit.

57 Your Handyman’s Favorite Franchise

Ace Hardware is going gangbusters and offers unique opportunities for new franchisees.

63 A Feel-Good Brand

The Now Massage is a thriving wellness brand looking for its next great franchisees.

73 They’re Cleaning Up

Love to make things sparkle? You could roll with powerwashing brand Rolling Suds.

104 Want Feedback?

Most leaders say they do, but they don’t properly invite it. Try this now.

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Your Ultimate Guide.

On the following pages, you’ll find 1,547 franchise opportunities—and one of them may change your life!

by TRACY STAPP HEROLD

When people think about franchising, they often think about restaurants. Some of the world’s most famous eateries are franchises, like McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and more.

But here’s what people often overlook: Yes, food is a big part of franchising, but the industry goes deeper. Way deeper.

Like, thousands of companies deeper.

Where there are customers, there are franchises. Pet care, lawn care, corporate staffing, auto repair—you name it, there’s a franchise that’s operationalized that product or service and is eager to welcome new entrepreneurs into the world of business ownership.

The only problem is: There are so many franchises, it’s hard to keep track of them. And if you’ve ever dreamed of owning a business, it can be hard to pick the right one.

That’s why we produce this issue, which we call our “Buyer’s Guide.” On the following pages, you’ll find the definitive guide to franchise opportunities—a list, organized by category, telling you the cost of buying the franchise, whether financing options are available, and the amount of money you need to qualify as a buyer.

Entrepreneur has verified the data from all these franchises and confirmed that they are operational and seeking new franchisees. Some are huge and established. Some are new and upcoming. And one might be right for you.

So grab a pen and start flipping.

CONTENTS

LISTINGS

AUTOMOTIVE

Appearance Services

Colors On Parade ●●

Mobile automotive paint and dent repair

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 214, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $21.5K-$97.5K, RTY: 7%-30%

FINANCING: Yes

Dent Press

Paintless dent repair

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $66.4K-$97.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Maaco

Auto painting and collision repair

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1972

UNITS: US: 377, CAN: 18, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $172.5K-$1.3M, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$420K liquid

Ziebart

Vehicle appearance and protection services

BEGAN: 1959, FRANCHISING: 1962

UNITS: US: 83, CAN: 91, INTL: 165, CO: 11

COST: $450.1K-$924K, RTY: 5%/8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$125K liquid

Oil-Change Services

Costa Oil

Oil-change services

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 29, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 24

COST: $155.8K-$1.9M, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$60K liquid

Grease Monkey

Oil changes, preventive maintenance, brakes, light repairs

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1979

UNITS: US: 206, CAN: 0, INTL: 62, CO: 246

COST: $251.8K-$821.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$400K liquid

Jiffy Lube

Oil changes and preventive auto maintenance

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1979

UNITS: US: 1,714, CAN: 155, INTL: 0, CO: 360

COST: $232K-$442.7K, RTY: 4%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service

Oil changes, tune-ups, brakes, and repair services

BEGAN: 1980, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 138, CAN: 0, INTL: 24, CO: 9

COST: $251.8K-$821.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$400K liquid

Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change Oil changes and routine auto maintenance

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 67, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 175

COST: $247.9K-$2.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Take 5 Oil Change Oil changes

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 375, CAN: 30, INTL: 0, CO: 672

COST: $232.8K-$2M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$300K liquid

Valvoline Instant Oil Change Oil changes and preventive maintenance

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 926, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 881

COST: $193.4K-$3.5M, RTY: 4%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$600K liquid

Repair & Maintenance Services

AAMCO Transmissions and Total Car Care

Auto repair, maintenance, and service

BEGAN: 1963, FRANCHISING: 1963

UNITS: US: 535, CAN: 6, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $236.8K-$361.2K, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$90K liquid

Car Doctor Plus

Auto repair, maintenance, and service

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $218K-$538K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Carstar

Auto collision repair

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 442, CAN: 311, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $298.2K-$804.3K, RTY: 1.5%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$30K liquid

Christian Brothers Automotive Auto repair

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 290, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $530.3K-$645.4K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$85K liquid

DuraFleet ●

Mobile commercial fleet repair

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $125.8K-$166.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

Eagle Transmission & Automotive Transmission and auto repair

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 26, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $347.5K-$601K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Fix Auto USA Collision repair

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 201, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $169.7K-$3.1M, RTY: 3%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$30K liquid

Midas

Auto repair and tires

BEGAN: 1954, FRANCHISING: 1956

UNITS: US: 971, CAN: 137, INTL: 863, CO: 0

COST: $341.7K-$916.9K, RTY: 2%-10%

FINANCING: Yes

Milex Complete Auto Care/ Mr. Transmission

Auto repair and maintenance

BEGAN: 1956, FRANCHISING: 1976

UNITS: US: 106, CAN: 0, INTL: 2, CO: 5

COST: $248.6K-$345K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$70K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

BEGAN: Year business began

FRANCHISING: Year franchising began

$K: Thousands

$M: Millions

Operating Units

US: Number of operating franchise units in the U.S.

CAN: Number of operating franchise units in Canada

INTL: Number of operating franchise units in other foreign countries

CO: Number of operating company-owned units

Costs/Fees

COST: Startup costs as reported in the FDD, including franchise fee

RTY: Royalty fee

FINANCING: In-house or third-party financing available?

QUALIF: Minimum net worth and cash liquidity requirements KEY

LISTINGS

Precision Tune Auto Care

Auto repair and maintenance

BEGAN: 1975, FRANCHISING: 1978

UNITS: US: 208, CAN: 0, INTL: 73, CO: 21

COST: $134K-$310.3K, RTY: 6%-7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Wheels & Tires

Big O Tires

Tires, tire services, auto products

BEGAN: 1962, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 463, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $511.5K-$1.9M, RTY: 2%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

RNR Tire Express

Tire and custom wheel sales and rentals

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 173, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 24

COST: $703.6K-$1.7M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$500K liquid

Tire Pros

Tires and wheels; automotive services

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 647, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $12K-$503.7K, RTY: $695/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

Window Tinting

Tint World ●

Auto, home, and business window tinting; vehicle wraps, mobile electronics, auto accessories, detailing services

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 148, CAN: 5, INTL: 2, CO: 0

COST: $239.95K-$449.95K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Turbo Tint

Auto and architectural window film, paint protection film

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 20, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $295.5K-$415.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$60K liquid

Miscellaneous Automotive Products & Services

HardTop Hotel ●

Hard-top and soft-top installation and storage

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $120.2K-$193.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$50K liquid

Line-X

Spray-on truck-bed liners, truck accessories, protective coatings

BEGAN: 1993, FRANCHISING: 1999

UNITS: US: 264, CAN: 72, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $270.99K-$1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Mighty Auto Parts

Wholesale distribution of auto parts, chemicals, lubricants, shop supplies, and detailing products

BEGAN: 1963, FRANCHISING: 1970

UNITS: US: 90, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 2

COST: $247.5K-$595.6K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

SuperGlass Windshield Repair

●●●

Windshield repair, glass and acrylic scratch removal, headlight restoration

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 178, CAN: 5, INTL: 16, CO: 0

COST: $37.6K-$112.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Tommy’s Express Car Wash Car washes

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 254, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11

COST: $4.9M-$9.3M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$1.5M liquid

Valley Insurance Collision Experts

Management of vehicle collision repair process

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $166.7K-$235.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

BUSINESS

SERVICES

Advertising

City Publications ● Publications for affluent homeowners

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 50, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $46.3K-$269.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Coffee News ●● Weekly publications distributed at restaurants and waiting areas

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 191, CAN: 142, INTL: 37, CO: 3

COST: $11.2K-$12.3K, RTY: $25-$80/wk.

FINANCING: No

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Discovery Map ●● Visitor-information maps and digital guides

BEGAN: 1974, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 120, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 0

COST: $31.6K-$38.8K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

Fun 4 US Kids ●● Family calendar/directory websites for local communities

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $22.7K-$58.8K, RTY: 0 FINANCING: Yes

Money Pages ● Direct-mail and digital marketing

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 14, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 15

COST: $109.7K-$240.5K, RTY: $3K+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

NTV360 ● Indoor billboard advertising, digital marketing services

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $48.2K-$120.4K, RTY: $500/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $35K liquid

RSVP Direct Mail Advertising ● Advertising

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 57, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $114.3K-$373.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Social Indoor ●

Indoor print and digital advertising services

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 51, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $84.1K-$300.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Stroll ●●

Monthly publications for upscale neighborhoods

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 459, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 58

COST: $2K-$12.4K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: No

TAPinto ●●

Local online news and digital marketing platforms

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 93, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $7.5K-$11K, RTY: $500-$660/mo.

FINANCING: No

Town Money Saver ●● Direct-mail and digital advertising

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $16.7K-$28.5K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $15K liquid

Wed Society ● Digital and print wedding publications and wedding planning events

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $97.8K-$120.95K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Business Brokerages

First Choice Business Brokers ● Business brokerages

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 122, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $69.2K-$98.1K, RTY: 10%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Murphy Business Sales ● Business brokerages, valuations, and consulting, mergers and acquisitions, commercial real estate, franchise resales

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2006 UNITS: US: 135, CAN: 7, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $65.1K-$85.9K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Transworld Business Advisors ● Business brokerages; franchise consulting

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 2010 UNITS: US: 449, CAN: 10, INTL: 26, CO: 1 COST: $96.7K-$122.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

We Sell Restaurants ● Restaurant and business brokerages, business services

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2011 UNITS: US: 53, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $70.6K-$105.4K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Business Coaching & Consulting

The Alternative Board (TAB) ● Business owner advisory boards, coaching, strategic planning

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 1996 UNITS: US: 85, CAN: 10, INTL: 237, CO: 10 COST: $53.9K-$96.7K, RTY: 20%/12%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

The Entrepreneur’s Source ● Franchise/business coaching and development

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1997 UNITS: US: 238, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $114.4K-$133.5K, RTY: 25%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $199K net worth w/$100K liquid

WHAT SMART BUYERS

LISTINGS

ERA Group ●

Business coaching and consulting

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 157, CAN: 4, INTL: 576, CO: 0

COST: $76K-$105.9K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Exit Factor ● Business coaching and consulting

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $59.4K-$82.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$60K liquid

FranNet ●● Franchise consulting

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 67, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $33.8K-$62.8K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

The Growth Coach ● Business and sales coaching for SMBs

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 0, INTL: 15, CO: 0 COST: $54K-$75.9K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Valenta ● Digital transformation, consulting, staff augmentation

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 6, INTL: 22, CO: 0

COST: $89.9K-$113K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

ZorForum ●● Peer groups for emerging franchisors

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $17.1K-$22.1K, RTY: $500/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

Business Training Programs

Crestcom ● Leadership development and training

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 56, CAN: 16, INTL: 89, CO: 0

COST: $91.9K-$104.9K, RTY: 19.75%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$91.9K liquid

Dale Carnegie Workplace training and development

BEGAN: 1912, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 90, CAN: 9, INTL: 115, CO: 1

COST: $77K-$252K, RTY: 4.5%-12%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Leadership Management International ●●

Leadership and organizational training and development

BEGAN: 1966, FRANCHISING: 1966

UNITS: US: 109, CAN: 28, INTL: 358, CO: 0

COST: $20K-$27.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Sandler ● Sales and sales-management training

BEGAN: 1967, FRANCHISING: 1983

UNITS: US: 136, CAN: 17, INTL: 55, CO: 0

COST: $101.8K-$147.1K, RTY: 8%-3%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Coworking

Spaces

The Coven

Inclusive coworking spaces and virtual resources

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $213.4K-$465.2K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

Intelligent Office

Virtual office services, coworking spaces, executive-suite and conference-room rentals

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1999

UNITS: US: 43, CAN: 12, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $177.8K-$1.6M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$300K liquid

NorthPoint Executive Suites

Virtual office services, coworking spaces, and conference-room rentals

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $620K-$1.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Office Evolution

Virtual office services, coworking spaces, executive-suite and conference-room rentals

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 80, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $187.8K-$2.5M, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $175K liquid

Success Space

Coworking spaces with cafés, event spaces, and professional coaching services

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $477.7K-$1.4M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$350K liquid

Venture X

Coworking spaces

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 44, CAN: 7, INTL: 10, CO: 0

COST: $340.8K-$3.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

The Coven

The Coven is a flexible coworking space focused on inclusivity and community. Cofounder and CEO Alex West Steinman shares three things she’s excited about this year.

1 ▶ Expanding to the East Coast!

This fall, we will open our newest location in North Carolina, our first franchise outside the Midwest. We’re converting an existing coworking space into a thriving community powered by our proven systems, robust amenities, and missiondriven programming.

2 ▶ A national shift toward values-driven entrepreneurship!

More operators want to build spaces that stand for something. Our model is rooted in belonging, access, and economic empowerment—and it works. More than 80% of our members report making a connection through The Coven that led to new income.

3 ▶ A sustainable model built for scale!

Our recurring revenue model includes multiple income streams: memberships, events, space rentals, and digital programming. This structure supports long-term financial health while offering flexibility and growth opportunities for franchisees.

LISTINGS

Networking Groups

AmSpirit Business Connections

●●

Professional networking referral groups

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 17, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $13.9K-$124.6K, RTY: 30%

FINANCING: Yes

Network In Action ●●

Professional networking and referral groups

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 137, CAN: 1, INTL: 6, CO: 3

COST: $37.7K-$42.7K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $35K net worth w/$35K liquid

Printing/Marketing Services

Allegra Marketing Print Mail Printing, marketing, direct mail, signs, promotional products

BEGAN: 1976, FRANCHISING: 1977

UNITS: US: 180, CAN: 46, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $127.5K-$455.4K, RTY: 1.5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

AlphaGraphics

Printing, marketing communications, signs and graphics

BEGAN: 1970, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 231, CAN: 0, INTL: 21, CO: 0

COST: $291.6K-$374.9K, RTY: 7%-3%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$100K liquid

Kwik Kopy

Digital printing

BEGAN: 1967, FRANCHISING: 1969

UNITS: US: 27, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $210.6K-$245.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$65K liquid

Minuteman Press Printing, graphics, and marketing services

BEGAN: 1973, FRANCHISING: 1975

UNITS: US: 756, CAN: 82, INTL: 177, CO: 0

COST: $80.99K-$221.1K, RTY: to 6%

FINANCING: Yes

PIP Marketing, Signs, Print Printing, signs, marketing services

BEGAN: 1965, FRANCHISING: 1968

UNITS: US: 52, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $253K-$280.5K, RTY: 0.25%-6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$125K liquid

Proforma ●●

Printing and promotional products

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 484, CAN: 25, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $7K-$27.7K, RTY: 5%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

Sir Speedy Print Signs Marketing

Printing, signs, marketing services

BEGAN: 1968, FRANCHISING: 1968

UNITS: US: 127, CAN: 1, INTL: 4, CO: 0

COST: $258K-$305.5K, RTY: 4%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$125K liquid

Property Management

All County Property Management

Property management and real estate services

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 78, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $85.95K-$183.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Check In Servicing ●●

Short-term rental management

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $28.1K-$86K, RTY: 2%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$25K liquid

Grand Welcome ●

Vacation rental property management

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 71, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $67.8K-$169.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$75K liquid

iTrip ●

Short-term rental property management

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 115, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $111.5K-$153K, RTY: 4%-6.1%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$130K liquid

Property Management Inc. ●

Commercial, residential, association, and shortterm rental property management

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 380, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 0

COST: $70.1K-$148K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Real Property Management

Property management

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 448, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $91.7K-$266.2K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

SkyRun Vacation Rentals ● Vacation rental management

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 38, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $105.1K-$153.98K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

TrueNest Property Management

Property management and real estate services

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $70.3K-$99.95K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $49.5K net worth w/$49.5K liquid

Shipping Services

InXpress ●

Shipping and logistics services

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 69, CAN: 38, INTL: 304, CO: 1 COST: $86.9K-$168.3K, RTY: 30% of gross margin

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$25K liquid

Unishippers ●●

Arrangement of parcel and freight shipping services

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 205, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 83

COST: $44.6K-$233.3K, RTY: 15%-18.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$40K liquid

Signs

FastSigns

Signs, graphics

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1986

UNITS: US: 705, CAN: 40, INTL: 44, CO: 0

COST: $215.2K-$377.3K, RTY: 3%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$80K liquid

Image360

Signs, graphics, displays, digital imaging, visual communications

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 267, CAN: 6, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $130.7K-$502.1K, RTY: 1.5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Jay Berry Signs

Custom signs

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $190K-$317K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Signarama

Sign products and services

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 390, CAN: 43, INTL: 236, CO: 0

COST: $120.2K-$339.97K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $60K liquid

SpeedPro

Large-format printing and graphics

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 119, CAN: 44, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $233.6K-$350.1K, RTY: 6%/4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$80K liquid

Staffing/Recruiting

ATC Healthcare Services

Staffing services for medical facilities

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $128.7K-$209.5K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$250K liquid

AtWork Group

Temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire staffing

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 84, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $153.5K-$210.5K, RTY: 7%/9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Cyberbacker ● Virtual staffing

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 23, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $52K-$84.95K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

Doxa Talent ● Global offshore staffing

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $80.3K-$115.9K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Express Employment Professionals Staffing, HR solutions

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1985 UNITS: US: 781, CAN: 42, INTL: 21, CO: 6 COST: $132K-$391K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$190K liquid

Fortune Personnel Consultants (FPC) Executive recruiting

BEGAN: 1959, FRANCHISING: 1973

UNITS: US: 63, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $74.7K-$134.9K, RTY: 8%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Global Recruiters Network ● Executive search services

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2003 UNITS: US: 178, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $61.3K-$128.6K, RTY: 10%-2%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

i4 Search Group ● Healthcare recruiting

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2021 UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $65.3K-$111.1K, RTY: 14%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$65K liquid

AFC IS AN URGENT CARE FRANCHISE DEDICATED TO PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, HIGH-QUALITY HEALTHCARE TO COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE NATION. SCAN TO START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY!

LISTINGS

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Motivera Search Group ●● Contract and permanent staffing services

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $47.4K-$72.8K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $50K net worth with $50K liquid

PrideStaff Staffing

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1995

UNITS: US: 74, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4 COST: $99.6K-$227.6K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$200K liquid

Sanford Rose Associates ● Executive search and recruiting

BEGAN: 1959, FRANCHISING: 1970

UNITS: US: 175, CAN: 3, INTL: 1, CO: 0

COST: $11.4K-$14.8K, RTY: 5.5%-1%

FINANCING: Yes

Snapchef

Staffing and training for commercial kitchens

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $135.3K-$194.9K, RTY: 6%-4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

Spherion Staffing & Recruiting

Flexible staffing, recruiting, workforce management solutions

BEGAN: 1946, FRANCHISING: 1956

UNITS: US: 209, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $214.3K-$342.6K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$215K liquid

Miscellaneous Business Services

Awards of Happiness ●● Awards for companies

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $83.1K-$293.5K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: No

EagleOne ●

Customer experience, lead generation, and digital marketing solutions

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $62.4K-$70.8K, RTY: $300+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

Sculpture Hospitality ●●

Bar and restaurant management solutions

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 181, CAN: 21, INTL: 51, CO: 12

COST: $45.5K-$64.5K, RTY: $47.62/client/mo. FINANCING: Yes

True Install ● B2B sign installation

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $139.2K-$448.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$75K liquid

YESCO Sign & Lighting Service ● Sign and lighting service and maintenance

BEGAN: 1920, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 52, CAN: 7, INTL: 0, CO: 42 COST: $65K-$432.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

CHILDREN’S

BUSINESSES

Childcare

A Place to Grow ● Childcare

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $56.96K-$315.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Building Kidz School

Preschool/educational childcare

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 42, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $266K-$1.3M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Camp Mirage Summer camps for kids

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $79.3K-$117.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

Celebree School

Early childhood education and childcare

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 26, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 26 COST: $837.6K-$3M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$300K liquid

Children’s Lighthouse Childcare

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1999

UNITS: US: 72, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $1.1M-$8.9M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $800K net worth w/$400K liquid

Creative World School

Early childhood education and childcare for ages 6 weeks to 12 years

BEGAN: 1970, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $4.8M-$9.2M, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$600K liquid

Ducklings Early Learning Center Early education and childcare

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $894.4K-$2.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

The Goddard School Preschool/educational childcare

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 649, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $902.5K-$8.5M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K liquid

Ivybrook Academy Preschool

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 37, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $461.4K-$798K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$150K liquid

Ivy Kids Early Learning Center Childcare and early learning

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 17, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $895.5K-$9.6M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$300K liquid

LISTINGS

Kiddie Academy

Educational childcare

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 354, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $405K-$6.95M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

KidsPark

Drop-in childcare, preschool, party/play space

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 21, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $293.3K-$516.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

KLA Schools Preschool/childcare

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 8

COST: $1.1M-$5.9M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$500K liquid

Kula Children’s Center Childcare

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $205.1K-$489.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

The Learning Experience Academy of Early Education Preschool/educational childcare

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 401, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 32

COST: $780.8K-$5.6M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

Let Mommy Sleep ●● In-home newborn and postpartum care

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 13, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $38.7K-$57.4K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Lightbridge Academy Early childhood education and childcare

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 19

COST: $1.1M-$4.9M, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Little Tree Huggers ● Environmental early childhood education

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $23.5K-$160.9K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $35K liquid

Marigold Academy

Childcare

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $745.8K-$939.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

MindChamps International Preschool

Preschool/educational childcare

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 70, CO: 3

COST: $663.6K-$1M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$200K liquid

Montessori Kids Universe

Educational childcare

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $562.2K-$1.1M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$150K liquid

Primrose Schools

Educational childcare

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 513, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $742.9K-$8.6M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$650K liquid

Tierra Encantada

Spanish immersion childcare and preschools

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 12

COST: $1.5M-$3.7M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

Children’s Enrichment: Art

Abrakadoodle ●●

Art-education programs for children

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 34, CAN: 0, INTL: 435, CO: 2

COST: $38.7K-$82.6K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

The Candy Lab ●

Edible arts and crafts classes, camps, and parties

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 12, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $99.9K-$155.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Children’s Art Classes

Children’s art-education programs

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $99.6K-$209.7K, RTY: 8.25%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$10K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Crayola Imagine Arts Academy Arts education and entertainment

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 18, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $128.3K-$167.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$110K liquid

Global Art Children’s art classes

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 1999

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 2, INTL: 675, CO: 10 COST: $101.7K-$153.8K, RTY: 15% of course fees

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Kidcreate Studio ● Children’s art-enrichment programs

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $60.6K-$330.9K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$25K liquid

Children’s Enrichment: Cooking

Chef It Up!/Chef It Up 2 Go! ●● Allergy-friendly cooking parties, classes, and events

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 14, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $36.1K-$95.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $20K net worth w/$10K liquid

Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios

Children’s cooking classes, parties, and events

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $189.9K-$406K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Little Kitchen Academy Children’s cooking classes

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 10, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $409.3K-$746.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$500K liquid

Sticky Fingers Cooking ● Children’s cooking schools

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $77.5K-$125.4K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Taste Buds Kitchen Cooking classes, camps, and parties for children and adults

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $396.2K-$516.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Children’s Enrichment: Esports

Valhallan

Youth esports training arenas

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $166.1K-$329.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

XP League ●● Youth esports leagues

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $82.7K-$332K, RTY: $500+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$50K liquid

Children’s Enrichment: Music

Bach to Rock Music schools for children and adults

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11 COST: $255.5K-$549.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$200K liquid

Hummingbird Music School ● Music lessons, classes, and camps

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $53.1K-$99.2K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

New York Musician’s Center Music lessons

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $79.4K-$181.3K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$79.4K liquid

School of Rock Music education

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 267, CAN: 9, INTL: 90, CO: 50 COST: $425.3K-$704.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

Singers Company ●●

Noncompetitive music and dance performing groups for girls

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 58, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $4.7K-$31.8K, RTY: 10%-50%

FINANCING: Yes

WePlay Music Music education

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $357.4K-$630K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $950K net worth w/$500K liquid

CLOSER LOOK

A Helping Hand for Seniors

Do you love helping others in your community? Amada Senior Care could be the right franchise for you—and it’s growing fast. by

KIM KAVIN

Amada Senior Care has an unusual origin story. It begins with NFL player Tafa Jefferson, who signed with the Chicago Bears in 1997 but suffered career-ending injuries a year later. He began talking with his college football teammate Chad Fotheringham, and the two went into business together—deciding to create Amada because Jefferson’s

mom used to work in senior care, and he saw opportunity there.

At the start, Amada Senior Care provided basic in-home care for seniors.

“We ran our own agency in Orange County for six or seven years,” Fotheringham says. “We had a friend who wanted to get into the business. He saw that we were doing well, and he said he

growth spurt? In short: Amada took two of its offerings and built them into much bigger opportunities.

One of them was placements. Although Amada helps seniors in their homes, some eventually require alternate living arrangements. Amada helps them find the best assisted-care and memorycare facilities, and then collects placement fees.

The other offering involved helping aging military veterans. Many veterans were eligible for a government benefit that covered in-home care, but most veterans didn’t know about it or couldn’t figure out how to get it. The Amada team untangled the bureaucratic maze for them. By focusing on serving this severely underserved population, particularly in rural areas, Amada has been able to serve about four times more veterans in 2024 than in 2023.

“We have certified educational units at the healthcare facilities, so their people can understand better how these programs work, send these [veterans] over to us, and then we advocate for them within the bureaucratic system,” he says.

wanted to be our first franchise.” So the brand began franchising in 2012—and by 2023, it had 156 franchisees.

In the past few years, growth has really picked up: The average unit volume grew 16.4% between October 2023 and October 2024, and the brand had 249 locations sold by the end of 2024, and 500 more mapped out for purchase.

What caused this strong

For frustrated caregivers who had been trying to help veterans receive in-home care, the option was a godsend. “The amount of business we could create from that vertical was incredible,” Jefferson says.

The impact is also visible on Entrepreneur’s annual Franchise 500 ranking. The brand has made the ranking in the past, missed it in 2024, and came back strong in 2025—at No. 322.

LISTINGS

Children’s Enrichment: STEM/STEAM

Brooklyn Robot Foundry ● STEAM enrichment programs

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $90.1K-$119.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Challenge Island ● Educational enrichment programs

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 198, CAN: 20, INTL: 27, CO: 7

COST: $58.5K-$74.1K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Club SciKidz ● STEM enrichment programs

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $74.4K-$88.5K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Code Ninjas

Computer-coding learning centers for ages 5 and up

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 248, CAN: 64, INTL: 36, CO: 6 COST: $177K-$385.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

theCoderSchool

Coding education for ages 7 to 18

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 64, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $77.7K-$193.95K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

ComputerXplorers ●

Children’s computing education

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 37, CO: 1 COST: $68.2K-$98.8K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

Funtastik Labs

STEAM entertainment

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $257.3K-$352.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

High Touch-High Tech ● STEM enrichment activities for schools, parties, summer camps, and after-school programs

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 2, INTL: 9, CO: 4

COST: $63.3K-$71K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $125K net worth w/$39.5K liquid

iCode School

Computer science education for children in grades K-12

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $298.4K-$427.4K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$100K liquid

Little Medical School ● Healthcare-themed after-school and summer-camp programs

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 28, CAN: 7, INTL: 5, CO: 4

COST: $58.2K-$226.9K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Mad Science ● Science education and entertainment programs

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1995

UNITS: US: 58, CAN: 14, INTL: 25, CO: 9

COST: $132.3K-$191.96K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

RoboThink ●● STEM programs

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 21, CAN: 10, INTL: 23, CO: 2

COST: $48.7K-$120.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Snapology ●●

STEAM education programs

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 118, CAN: 3, INTL: 61, CO: 2

COST: $75.3K-$541.5K, RTY: 7%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$50K liquid

Steamoji

STEAM education

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 14, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $196.4K-$487.2K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

STEM For Kids ●●

Biomed, coding, and engineering programs for ages 4 to 14

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 55, CAN: 24, INTL: 41, CO: 3

COST: $19.95K-$48.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $125K net worth w/$20K liquid

Stemtree

Science, coding, robotics, electronics, and math programs

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $92.8K-$186.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $186K net worth w/$100K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express

KidStrong

KidStrong offers weekly classes to help kids build not just physical skills, but mental and emotional skills as well. Senior Vice President of Franchise Development Joshua Patrick shares three things he’s excited about this year.

1 ▶ Streamlining operations with technology!

We’re deploying AI and automation to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs for our franchisees, so they can spend less time on administrative tasks and more time delivering an exceptional experience.

2 ▶ Evolving our curriculum!

We continuously refine our science-backed curriculum, introducing new classes and specialized programs. This commitment to innovation ensures our offerings remain highly effective and differentiates us in the market.

3▶ Exceptional member engagement and satisfaction!

Our members’ high level of engagement and satisfaction is a core strength, consistently reflected in our Net Promoter Score, which remains above 80. This deep loyalty translates into strong performance and sustainable growth for our franchisees across the U.S.

LISTINGS

Wize Computing Academy ●●

Coding, robotics, and design classes, camps, and competition prep

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 33, CAN: 7, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $49K-$79K, RTY: 8%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $45K net worth

Zebra Robotics

Robotics, coding, and technology education centers for grades 1 through 12

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 5, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $203.2K-$331.9K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$85K liquid

Children’s Enrichment: Miscellaneous

The Bunny Hive

Social clubs for children from 2 weeks old through kindergarten and their caregivers

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $121.3K-$279.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Drama Kids ●●

After-school drama classes and summer camps

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 50, CAN: 0, INTL: 164, CO: 0

COST: $43.5K-$64.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$30K liquid

Encore Creative Center

Art, music, theatre, and creative tech classes

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $145.4K-$313.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

The Knight School ●● Chess enrichment activities

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $41.4K-$98.99K, RTY: to 15%

FINANCING: Yes

LearningRx

One-on-one cognitive training for all ages

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 44, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $153K-$223K, RTY: 7%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $185K net worth w/$58K liquid

Little Play Place

Children’s enrichment

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $266.95K-$637.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Parker-Anderson Enrichment ●● Enrichment programs

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $45.5K-$141.1K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$100K liquid

Romp n’ Roll

Recreational and enrichment classes, camps, parties

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $321.8K-$475.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Wise Wonder Enrichment

Group literacy instruction for children

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $170.9K-$320.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Youth Enrichment League

After-school and summer enrichment camps

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $57.3K-$83.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Children’s Fitness: Dance

Freckled Frog Dance Studio ● Children’s dance lessons

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $49.6K-$115.4K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Kinderdance ●●

Children’s dance, gymnastics, movement, fitness, and yoga programs

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 68, CAN: 0, INTL: 153, CO: 4

COST: $24.6K-$59K, RTY: 6%-12%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $20K net worth w/$20K liquid

The Starz Program ●● Dance/fitness enrichment classes

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $27.2K-$95.4K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

Tippi Toes ● Children’s dance classes

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 68, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 2

COST: $67.1K-$83.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $15K liquid

Tutu School

Children’s ballet schools

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 99, CAN: 1, INTL: 1, CO: 4

COST: $115K-$216K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Twinkle Star Dance Academy Dance studios for ages 2 to teens

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $111.6K-$174.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth

Children’s Fitness: Sports

Amazing Athletes ● Educational sports programs

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 150, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $75K-$108.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $30K net worth w/$15.5K liquid

D-BAT Academies

Indoor baseball and softball training, batting cages, merchandise

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 158, CAN: 0, INTL: 5, CO: 0

COST: $536.5K-$1M, RTY: 40% of membership fees

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

Inclyousion Sports ● Youth sports programs for children with and without disabilities

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $63.6K-$74.4K, RTY: 8% or $500/mo.

FINANCING: No

i9 Sports ● Youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 250, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $59.9K-$69.9K, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Kidokinetics ● Mobile youth sports and fitness programs

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 151, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $110.5K-$144.7K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Little Kickers ●● Soccer classes for children 18 months to 7 years old

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 58, INTL: 296, CO: 0

COST: $38.1K-$53.5K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

National Academy of Athletics ●●

Youth sports camps

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 13

COST: $44.3K-$63.3K, RTY: 7.5%-8.5%

FINANCING: No

N Zone Sports ● Sports leagues and preschool programs for ages 3 to 16

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 56, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $52.3K-$71.95K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $10K liquid

Overtime Athletics ●● Youth sports programs

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $46.4K-$58.5K, RTY: to $585+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $10K liquid

Shoot 360 Basketball skills training facilities

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 40, CAN: 1, INTL: 1, CO: 2 COST: $658.5K-$2.1M, RTY: 12%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Skyhawks & SuperTots Sports Academy ● Children’s fitness programs

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 2007 UNITS: US: 81, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 42 COST: $57.8K-$89.3K, RTY: 9%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$57.3K liquid

Soccer Shots ●● Soccer programs for ages 2 to 8

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 295, CAN: 8, INTL: 0, CO: 23 COST: $42.95K-$54.3K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $20K liquid

Soccer Stars ● Youth soccer programs

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2022 UNITS: US: 127, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9 COST: $73.3K-$106.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $40K liquid

Sportball ● Sports enrichment programs for ages 16 months to 12 years

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 23, INTL: 1, CO: 2 COST: $62K-$81K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $62K liquid

TGA Premier Sports ● Golf, tennis, pickleball, and athletic enrichment programs

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $77.6K-$116K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $35K net worth w/$20K liquid

Tiger-Rock Martial Arts Martial-arts and fitness programs

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 96, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $204.6K-$373.9K, RTY: $7/member/mo.

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $50K liquid

CLOSER LOOK

A Franchise for the Dogs

Love pets? Mobile pet-grooming brand Zoomin Groomin is growing fast, and could be the ride you’ve been waiting for. by

KIM KAVIN

John Hewitt is amazed by how much money people will spend on their dogs.

That’s saying something, given that Hewitt has some experience with high-networth enterprises. Hewitt cofounded Jackson Hewitt, the tax preparation services empire, and sold it for $483 million. Today, his company Loyalty Brands has 10 fran-

chise brands, offering everything from construction and tax and accounting services to, yes, pet services—which he says is the “fastest-growing [category] by far.”

“I love my tax-preparation industry, but it only grew by 1% a year,” he says. “The amount spent on pets has doubled, and it’s expected to double again in the next

“We’re bringing in about six to eight new franchises a month, and adding 12 to 14 new vans a month,” Hewitt says. “The demand is so great; after you’re in business about six months, you’re booked three weeks in advance. You need another van, so your business is expanding.”

He says that by 2030, he expects Zoomin Groomin to have 3,000 vans in operation—and he plans to build on customer demand across multiple brands. The Loyalty Brands franchises share information about customers, he says, giving pet-business franchisees a boost to their sales base. It’s one of the reasons he also recently acquired Salty Dawg storefront pet salon and bakery, went into a partnership with the dog-walking brand Hike Doggie, and launched a pet-wasteremoval franchise.

five years.”

His mobile pet-grooming brand was Zoomin Groomin, which he acquired in 2021. Back then, the business was about 18 years old, struggling, and had just two franchises and four vans. Now it has 210 units—which helped it reach our Franchise 500 franking for the first time in 2025, debuting at an impressive No. 280.

“Our largest office does 5,000 tax returns a year. Well, those tax returns— an estimated 3,500 of them have pets,” he says. “So we cross-market to our other companies. Very few organizations do a good job of that cross-marketing. I expect that we’ll have 1,000 franchisees by 2029.”

He’s also planning to test ideas for further monetization: “The average van does about $185,000 and nets $40,000. We’re not just sitting on our laurels. We’re committed to improving the system to help our franchisees monetize their databases.”

LISTINGS

Children’s Fitness: Miscellaneous

KidStrong

Physical fitness, leadership, and confidence-building training for children

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 113, CAN: 5, INTL: 0, CO: 8

COST: $448.1K-$600K, RTY: 7%-8.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$225K liquid

The Little Gym

Child-development/fitness programs

BEGAN: 1976, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 203, CAN: 6, INTL: 132, CO: 1 COST: $506.2K-$673.2K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

Little Yogis Academy ●● Movement and mindfulness enrichment for children

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 7, INTL: 1, CO: 4

COST: $29.7K-$42.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Stretch-n-Grow ● On-site children’s fitness programs

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 73, CAN: 2, INTL: 35, CO: 3

COST: $57.5K-$77.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$45K liquid

USA Ninja Challenge Youth fitness programs

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $342.7K-$567.9K, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Children’s Retail

Bricks & Minifigs Lego stores

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 125, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 4 COST: $147.5K-$304.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Children’s Orchard

Children’s clothing, equipment, and toys resale stores

BEGAN: 1980, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 18, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $212.5K-$326.5K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$90K liquid

Just Between Friends ● Pop-up children’s resale events

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 146, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 12

COST: $66.7K-$97.5K, RTY: 3%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Kid to Kid

New and used children’s and maternity clothing and products

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 77, CAN: 1, INTL: 22, CO: 19

COST: $326.5K-$587.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$100K liquid

Learning Express Toys & Gifts Specialty toy and gift stores

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 88, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $195.3K-$378.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$125K liquid

Once Upon A Child

New and used children’s clothing, equipment, and accessories

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 378, CAN: 61, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $327K-$462K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$75K liquid

Rhea Lana’s ● Children’s resale events

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 120, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $28.7K-$45.9K, RTY: 3%-1%

FINANCING: Yes

Fundraising

Apex Leadership Co. ● Elementary-school fundraising and fitness programs

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 116, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10

COST: $81K-$117.7K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$75K liquid

Fundraising University ● Fundraising

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 65, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

COST: $102.2K-$108.3K, RTY: $1.58K+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Swimming Lessons

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools

Swimming lessons

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 137, CAN: 5, INTL: 29, CO: 1

COST: $1.6M-$2.9M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$200K liquid

British Swim School ●

Swimming lessons for ages 3 months and older

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 160, CAN: 21, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $108.9K-$145.2K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

THREE EXCITING THINGS AT…

la Madeleine

AFrench bakery and café, la Madeleine features a menu of pastries, coffee, and entrees. CEO John Dillon shares three things he’s excited about this year.

1

▶ Clarity of purpose!

We’ve redefined our brand purpose to capture what makes la Madeleine special: comfort, craveability, and genuine warmth. That clarity is guiding everything from design to hospitality. We’re bringing it directly to our teams through leadership team roadshows and listening sessions. We believe we’re reigniting the soul of la Madeleine.

2 ▶ Simplification!

We’re simplifying across the board, including menu, pricing, operations, and how we deliver data and performance insights to our operators. That clarity helps teams focus on what matters most.

3 ▶ New offerings!

“Le Pick 3” is a choice-based value offer we just launched that resonates deeply with today’s guest. We’ve also launched all-day brunch and introduced new bakery and beverage innovations, bringing fresh energy to the brand while supporting stronger unit-level economics.

LISTINGS

Goldfish Swim School

Infant and child swimming lessons

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 180, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $2.6M-$6M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2.5M net worth w/$1.5M liquid

Hudson Valley Swim ●

Swimming and water safety lessons for all ages

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $98.3K-$131.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$60K liquid

SafeSplash Swim School

Child and adult swimming lessons, parties, summer camps

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 91, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 29

COST: $57.5K-$1.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$60K liquid

Silver Bear Swim School Swim lessons

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $165K-$4.5M, RTY: 6%/wk.

FINANCING: No

urSwim ●

Swim instruction, pool safety education, lifeguard staffing, and pool management services

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $76.3K-$106.9K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

Tutoring

Best Brains Learning Centers ● Learning centers

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 144, CAN: 37, INTL: 1, CO: 4

COST: $26.4K-$130.8K, RTY: 14%-18%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$45K liquid

Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services ●● In-home tutoring

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 330, CAN: 8, INTL: 8, CO: 0

COST: $40.98K-$57.4K, RTY: 6%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$30K liquid

Eye Level Learning Centers Supplemental education

BEGAN: 1976, FRANCHISING: 1976

UNITS: US: 117, CAN: 9, INTL: 389, CO: 747

COST: $52.3K-$121.7K, RTY: $32-$36/ subject/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$60K liquid

Huntington Learning Center

Tutoring and test prep

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 264, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $163.5K-$302.2K, RTY: 9.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$110K liquid

JEI Learning Center

Individualized supplemental education

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 47, CAN: 9, INTL: 77, CO: 227

COST: $61K-$111K, RTY: $23-$35/subject/mo.

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Kumon

Supplemental education

BEGAN: 1954, FRANCHISING: 1958

UNITS: US: 1,701, CAN: 442, INTL: 23,400, CO: 20

COST: $73.1K-$165.4K, RTY: $38-$42.75/ student/mo.

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$70K liquid

Mathnasium Learning Centers

Math tutoring

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 977, CAN: 97, INTL: 88, CO: 4

COST: $112.9K-$149.6K, RTY: 10%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $149.1K net worth w/$112.9K liquid

Prepaze Academy

In-person and online tutoring

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $154K-$308.5K, RTY: 12%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

Sylvan Learning

Supplemental education, STEM camps, college prep

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 490, CAN: 64, INTL: 11, CO: 5

COST: $100.8K-$226.8K, RTY: 16%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

FINANCIAL

SERVICES

Business Financial Services

BooXkeeping ● Bookkeeping for small and medium businesses

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $33.8K-$69.3K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

CPA Moms ●● Virtual accounting and tax services

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $35.7K-$51.9K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

Dope CFO Certified Advisor ● Accounting, tax, and CFO services for cannabis/ CBD/hemp businesses

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $73.2K-$103.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

Enterprise Solutions Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial planning, and insurance services

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $78K-$134.2K, RTY: 10%-15%

FINANCING: Yes

Ledgers ●

Financial, payroll, consulting, and tax services

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $28.2K-$69.7K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

TheOfficeSquad

SMB bookkeeping, admin, and operational support

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $104.9K-$270.2K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Padgett Business Services ● Tax, accounting, compliance, payroll, and advisory services

BEGAN: 1965, FRANCHISING: 1975

UNITS: US: 166, CAN: 81, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $14.5K-$100.7K, RTY: 9%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Payroll Vault ● Payroll and workforce management services

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $77.4K-$111.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Succentrix Business Advisors ● Accounting, payroll, tax, and advisory services

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 35, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $53.6K-$64.7K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$25K liquid

WCH Service Bureau ● Medical billing, provider credentialing, auditing

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $54.6K-$75.3K, RTY: 7%-10%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $30K liquid

Insurance

Amide International Insurance Agency & FMO ●● Insurance

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $61K-$85K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: Yes

Amistad Insurance Insurance

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 8 COST: $71.95K-$112.5K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: Yes

Brightway Insurance ● Property and casualty insurance

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2008 UNITS: US: 356, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $42.1K-$159.5K, RTY: to 50%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $23K liquid

Digna Insurance Insurance

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $72.8K-$99.5K, RTY: 10%-12% FINANCING: Yes

Estrella Insurance ●●● Auto, home, and business insurance

BEGAN: 1980, FRANCHISING: 2008 UNITS: US: 230, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $12.3K-$84K, RTY: 10%-14% of commissions

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Fiesta Auto Insurance Insurance and tax-preparation services

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2006 UNITS: US: 227, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $88.1K-$171.7K, RTY: 15%-25%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$75K liquid

Freeway Insurance ● Insurance

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 559 COST: $34.95K-$84K, RTY: 14%

FINANCING: Yes

GoldenTrust Insurance Insurance

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2021 UNITS: US: 41, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4 COST: $71.5K-$120.9K, RTY: 3%

FINANCING: Yes

Ever see a struggling business and think, Icouldfixit? That’s why Jason Stucky bought his first franchise. by CARL STOFFERS

Jason Stucky never planned to own his own business.

But after working at his local Color Me Mine studio in Geneva, Illinois, he couldn’t resist getting more involved.

Stucky is a Navy veteran who had a career in retail management. He took a break to become a stay-at-home dad, then returned to the workforce in 2018 by managing his local Color Me Mine studio. “Because of my retail background,” he says, “I saw what they were not doing with branding and marketing.” When he learned the location

was for sale, he wanted in.

Stucky and his husband decided to take a massive risk: They invested most of their 401(k) savings to buy the studio. The first few years were grueling. But Stucky pushed forward, improving operations and fostering a sense of community. The franchise was eventually acquired by Twist Brands, the parent company of Painting with a Twist, and the new ownership was critical in helping Stucky open a second location.

Here, he shares lessons from unexpected entrepreneurship.

woke up and thought, This is just ceramics. Now, if someone wants a refund, they get it. I don’t argue, because I want them to leave happy so they’ll come back. If you battle with them and act like they’re trying to get something over on you—which is what a lot of owners do— you’re alienating them.

How much do those soft skills make a difference in your industry?

What was it like stepping into the franchisee role?

The first three years, it was pretty much a 24/7 job. Not that I was there all day, but I was definitely there every single day, just making sure that things were being implemented properly.

How have you had to adapt your business style from a traditional retail style?

When I first opened, I would do everything in my power not to give a refund. I got some negative reviews online over stuff like that. And one day I

It’s different than normal retail, where if you make sure everything’s priced correctly, it’s clean, and the staff is friendly, then everything is supposed to fall in place. In this type of business, you have to make a connection with your community. It’s not just about coming and spending money and leaving. The staff has fun with customers. We hired an assistant manager who really makes this personal connection with everyone. There are lots of 5-star reviews with his name in them. He and a couple other key new hires are making people feel like this isn’t just a space where you’re coming to paint, but you’re coming to paint with friends—and the employees are your friends, too.

What led you to open a second location in 2023?

I always said I was never going to have a second location, just because staffing is the biggest chore. But a few years ago, I was like, I want to open up another one. I don’t know what made me think that, but I just got on this kick and was like, We could totally do this.

Are you done expanding? I think for now. But I would never say never.

LISTINGS

Goosehead Insurance ● Property and casualty insurance

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 1,113, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $40K-$118.5K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

GreatFlorida Insurance Insurance

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 134, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $87.4K-$159.3K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K liquid

Univista Insurance Insurance

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 195, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11

COST: $69.5K-$131.5K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Tax Services

ATAX ●

Tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and incorporation services

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 122, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $59.2K-$79K, RTY: 14%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$25K liquid

H&R Block ●● Tax preparation, electronic filing

BEGAN: 1955, FRANCHISING: 1956

UNITS: US: 2,135, CAN: 648, INTL: 61, CO: 6,629

COST: $33.8K-$158.3K, RTY: 30%

FINANCING: Yes

Liberty Tax Service ● Income tax preparation

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1973

UNITS: US: 1,774, CAN: 237, INTL: 0, CO: 82

COST: $42.2K-$61.4K, RTY: 14%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Miscellaneous Financial Services

Family Financial Centers Financial services

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $153.7K-$308.8K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$150K liquid

Motto Mortgage Mortgage brokerages

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 226, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $55.7K-$239.8K, RTY: to $4.65K/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

FOOD: FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANTS

Breakfast/Brunch Restaurants

Another Broken Egg Cafe

Breakfast, brunch, and lunch cafes

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING:

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 43 COST: $897.4K-$1.6M, RTY:

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$300K liquid

Batter Up Pancakes

Breakfast and lunch restaurants

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING:

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $502.8K-$840.9K, FINANCING: Yes

The Big Biscuit

Breakfast and lunch restaurants

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING:

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 21

COST: $1.1M-$2.4M, RTY:

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$500K liquid

Broken Yolk Cafe ●

Breakfast, brunch, and lunch

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 40, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $543.95K-$1.5M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Brunch

Breakfast and lunch restaurants

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $782.5K-$2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Eggs Up Grill

Breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurants

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 70, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $752.5K-$988K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Elmer’s Breakfast Lunch Dinner/ Egg N’ Joe

Family restaurants

BEGAN: 1960, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 13, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 13

COST: $1.1M-$4.3M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$300K liquid

containers the company calls “Cans.” CEO Charles Watson shares three things he’s excited about this year.

1 ▶ The road to 100 open Cans!

Since opening our first in 2019, we’re proud to now have over 30 Cans across 10 states. With a development pipeline of nearly 375 Cans, we’re well-positioned to reach 100 open locations across a diverse mix of markets.

2 ▶ The draw of simplicity!

The attractiveness of a smaller footprint, an intentional product, and a simple business model has only increased. Now, more than ever, operators are drawn to operational efficiency.

3 ▶ Franchisees are all in, and so are we!

Many, if not all, of our franchisees are established, multi-brand groups that are eager to continue growing with our concept. As we continue breaking out of the Southeast, supporting and ensuring that they’re set up for success will be key.

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LISTINGS

Famous Toastery

Breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurants

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 17, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $687.5K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

The Flying Biscuit Cafe Southern breakfast/brunch restaurants

BEGAN: 1993, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 28, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $766.8K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $800K net worth w/$200K liquid

Grumpy’s Restaurant

Breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurants

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $654K-$1.6M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$125K liquid

IHOP

Family restaurants

BEGAN: 1958, FRANCHISING: 1960

UNITS: US: 1,687, CAN: 29, INTL: 99, CO: 0

COST: $1.8M-$4.4M, RTY: 4.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Jimmy’s Egg ● Breakfast and lunch restaurants

BEGAN: 1980, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 22, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 17

COST: $633.3K-$1.1M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Munch Munch Waffles & More

Breakfast and lunch

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $469K-$834K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

The Toasted Yolk Cafe

Breakfast, brunch, lunch, cocktails

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 34, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $1.1M-$1.7M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

Waffletto

Breakfast restaurants

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $231K-$461.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Pizza Restaurants

Boss’ Pizza and Chicken ●

Pizza and broasted chicken restaurants

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $137.2K-$538.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Boston’s Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar

Restaurants and sports bars

BEGAN: 1963, FRANCHISING: 1968

UNITS: US: 23, CAN: 369, INTL: 22, CO: 2

COST: $1M-$2.9M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Cicis Pizza

Pizza, pasta, salad, and dessert buffets

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 255, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 19

COST: $694.97K-$1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

DoubleDave’s Pizzaworks

Pizza, sandwiches, wings, salads, craft beer

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1995

UNITS: US: 42, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $239K-$515K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Pizza Inn

Pizza, pasta, salads, buffet

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

BEGAN: 1960, FRANCHISING: 1963

UNITS: US: 104, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $412K-$1.4M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $800K net worth w/$200K liquid

Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen ● Pizza, pasta, soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 29, CAN: 0, INTL: 5, CO: 7

COST: $439.4K-$1.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Village Idiot Pizza Pizza restaurants

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $431.9K-$753.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Self-Pour Bars

Hoppin’

Self-pour beer, wine, and cocktail taprooms

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $553.95K-$1.7M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$400K liquid

Tapster

Self-pour beer bars

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $229.2K-$1.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Tapville Social ●●

Self-service beer taproom restaurants/kiosks/ mobile units

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 29, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $147.8K-$2.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Sports Bars/Pubs

Bar Louie Restaurants and bars

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 45

COST: $1.1M-$3.9M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $5M net worth w/$2M liquid

Barrel House

Full-service restaurants

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $540K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Family Sports Pub Family sports restaurants

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 99, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 33

COST: $812.9K-$1.5M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Brass Tap Craft-beer bars

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 48, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $786.95K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Buffalo Wild Wings ● Wings, bar food, alcohol

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 533, CAN: 0, INTL: 65, CO: 652 COST: $2.9M-$4.8M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$750K liquid

Ford’s Garage Burgers and craft beer

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2015 UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $2.8M-$6.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Gigglewaters ●● Restaurants with bars and movie theaters; food trucks

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $113.5K-$1.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$100K liquid

Mr Brews Taphouse Craft brew pubs

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2015 UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $431.5K-$892K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$350K liquid

Native Grill & Wings Family sports bars and grills

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 20, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $1M-$2.9M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom Pizza, pasta, burgers, salads, craft beer

BEGAN: 1976, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 41 COST: $2.1M-$4.4M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $3M net worth w/$1M liquid

Twin Peaks Restaurant Restaurants and sports bars

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 74, CAN: 0, INTL: 7, CO: 32

COST: $2.3M-$6.9M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $6M net worth w/$2M liquid

How to Build an Unstoppable Team

Orhan Veli arrived in the U.S. as a child refugee. Today, he’s the No. 1 Saladworks franchisee.

WThey were forced to flee ethnic conflict in Azerbaijan as the Soviet Union collapsed—and as refugees in the U.S., they had no choice but to rebuild their lives from scratch. Veli grew up and began a career in finance, but found it unsatisfying. So in 2006, he and his father leveraged all the equity in their home for Veli to buy his first franchise, a cheesesteak venture. Then in 2012, they opened their first Saladworks location. After expanding to his second location, they cashed out of cheesesteaks to go all in on salads.

Today, Veli operates 11 Saladworks locations in the Philadelphia area, and he’s the top franchisee in the system. He believes much of his success comes down to his belief that people are resilient and resourceful, just the way his parents were. Here are his top three strategies.

Adapt to your team, not the other way around.

When Veli took over his first restaurant, most of his team spoke only Spanish. Instead of replacing these hardworking employees, he learned Spanish. “It’s about finding the most efficient way that you can make things work,” he says. “If that means learning a new skill, you have to do it.”

Don’t just identify ambition. Cultivate it.

Veli believes success comes from giving opportunities to diligent employees. He remembers one of his strongest hires: “She couldn’t speak English,” he says. “I said, ‘Don’t worry, you’ll figure this out. As long as you’re hardworking, you’ll be fine.’ Today, she’s a general manager.”

3 ▶ Create a team of distinctive individuals.

“You need a mix,” Veli says. “You need a leader. You need the team cheerleader. You need the critical thinker who says, ‘This isn’t good enough.’ You need the person who thinks outside the box, and the person who can organize it all and ensure we stay within our operational policies.”

▶ SUCCESS TIP FROM THE FRANCHISOR

HOW DID ORHAN VELI BECOME SO SUCCESSFUL?Kelly Roddy, CEO of Saladworks’ parent company, WOWorks, says that Veli has a distinct vision for his businesses—which is unique, but also fits within the overall system. “Orhan is more strategic than other top performers,” Roddy says. “We have an overall culture that’s based on a set of values—but Orhan has taken that and developed his own set of values and his own culture within his own [stores]. He spends a lot of time with his team members and really focuses on how to motivate them.”

LISTINGS

Voodoo Brewing Co. Craft brew pubs

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 22, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $481.5K-$1.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $800K net worth w/$400K liquid

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Louisiana-themed sports restaurants

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 73, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $1.6M-$7.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Wings and Rings Sports restaurants and bars

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 25, CO: 6

COST: $1.4M-$1.9M, RTY: to 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Wings Etc. Restaurants and pubs

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 56, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 26

COST: $386.7K-$2.9M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$350K liquid

Steakhouses

Golden Corral Family steakhouses, buffets, and bakeries

BEGAN: 1973, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 352, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $2.1M-$8.5M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouses

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 22, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 107 COST: $2.6M-$5.1M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Tony Roma’s Ribs, steaks, seafood

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1979

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 6, INTL: 42, CO: 1 COST: $1.8M-$2.9M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Miscellaneous Full-Service Restaurants

Angry Crab Shack Seafood boil restaurants

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 18, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 5

COST: $411.8K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

Black Bear Diner Family restaurants

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 95, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 70

COST: $1.5M-$2.3M, RTY: 4.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Buffalo’s Cafe

Chicken wings and tenders, steaks, burgers, salads

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 12, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $992.3K-$3.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Denny’s ● Full-service restaurants

BEGAN: 1953, FRANCHISING: 1963

UNITS: US: 1,302, CAN: 86, INTL: 82, CO: 64

COST: $953.4K-$3.1M, RTY: 4.5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Dumbwaiter Restaurant

Southern food and seafood

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $681.5K-$1.1M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

East Coast Wings + Grill

Chicken wings, burgers, craft beer

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 29, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $408.4K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$200K liquid

El Paseo Mexican Restaurant

Mexican restaurants

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $296.5K-$512K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

El Tambo Grill

Peruvian restaurants

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $282.1K-$475.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

EZ Paella

Spanish and Venezuelan restaurants

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $136K-$203K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Friendly’s

Family restaurants

BEGAN: 1935, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 97, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $1.1M-$2.7M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$750K liquid

● Home-based/mobile

● Kiosk/express option

THREE EXCITING THINGS AT…

Pure Green

Pure Green is a juice bar offering cold-pressed juices, superfood smoothies, acai and pitaya bowls, and steel-cut oatmeal bowls. Founder and CEO Ross Franklin shares three things he’s excited about this year.

1 ▶ A growth milestone!

We’re on track to hit a major milestone in early 2026—100 Pure Green locations open across the U.S.—marking a pivotal step toward our mission of building healthier communities globally.

2 ▶ A new app!

We recently launched a new loyalty app designed to increase guest frequency, featuring tiered rewards and exclusive perks for users.

3 ▶ Exciting collaborations!

We’ve rolled out exciting limited-time offers and brand collaborations with partners like Disney, Hulu, Harmless Harvest, and POM Wonderful— with more on the way this year and next.

LISTINGS

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant

Japanese barbecue restaurants

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 8, INTL: 670, CO: 32

COST: $1.2M-$2.6M, RTY: 4%-5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Huddle House

Family restaurants

BEGAN: 1964, FRANCHISING: 1966

UNITS: US: 212, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 55

COST: $551.95K-$1.4M, RTY: 4.75%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Johnny Rockets Burgers, shakes, fries

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 112, CAN: 1, INTL: 145, CO: 1

COST: $509.3K-$2.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

la Madeleine ● French bakeries and cafes

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 57, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 28

COST: $430.1K-$2.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Melting Pot

Fondue restaurants

BEGAN: 1975, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 87, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $1.4M-$2.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid Moxies

Restaurants and lounges

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 35, INTL: 0, CO: 17

COST: $4.9M-$7.4M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $2.5M net worth w/$1M liquid

Perkins American Food Co. ● Family-style restaurants

BEGAN: 1958, FRANCHISING: 1958

UNITS: US: 177, CAN: 5, INTL: 0, CO: 80

COST: $1.4M-$3.5M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$450K liquid

Rock N Roll Sushi

Sushi restaurants

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 67, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $232K-$875K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Sonny’s BBQ

Barbecue restaurants

BEGAN: 1968, FRANCHISING: 1977

UNITS: US: 89, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $831.5K-$1.4M, RTY: 4.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.8M liquid

Taffer’s Tavern

Casual dining restaurants

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $807K-$1.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse

Casual-themed restaurants and bars

BEGAN: 1993, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 13, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $399K-$1.5M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$400K liquid

Kava Luv Social Lounge Non-alcoholic drinks

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $229.9K-$340.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

FOOD: QUICK-SERVICE RESTAURANTS

Acai Bowls

Acai Express Superfood Bowls

●●

Acai bowls, smoothies, juices, toast

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10

COST: $158.4K-$431K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$50K liquid

Bahia Bowls Acai Cafe

Acai and other fruit bowls, smoothies, salads, wraps, toast

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $293.5K-$485.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$150K liquid

Bare Fruit Acai Bar

Acai bowls, smoothies, toast, waffles

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $120K-$205K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Baya Bar ●

Acai, pitaya, and coconut bowls; smoothies, juices, avocado toast, coffee

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 27, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $160.99K-$340.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Bowled Healthy Food Company ● Acai bowls and smoothies

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $116.5K-$273K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Everbowl

Health food bowls

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 72, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 19

COST: $213.5K-$475.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid Frutta Bowls ●

Acai, pitaya, and kale bowls; smoothies, toast, coffee

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 35, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $388.8K-$506.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Goodness Bowls

Fruit bowls, smoothies, toast, salads, wraps

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $281K-$450.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Grain & Berry

Acai, pitaya, and spirulina bowls; smoothies, juices, yogurt, toast, plant-based flatbreads and quesadillas

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 18, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $258K-$673.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$200K liquid

Nautical Bowls

Acai bowls

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 71, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $222.3K-$409.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Playa Bowls ● Acai, pitaya, coconut, chia-pudding, and oatmeal bowls; smoothies, juices

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 239, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 24

COST: $188.7K-$636.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$10K liquid

Sambazon Acai Bowls ● Acai bowls, smoothies, and superfoods

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $380K-$630K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$350K liquid

SoBol ● Acai bowls and smoothies

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 65, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $195.6K-$453.2K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$125K liquid

3Natives Acai Cafe ● Acai bowls, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, wraps, salads

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 43, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $306K-$519K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$175K liquid

Vitality Bowls

Acai bowls, smoothies, juices, wraps, salads, grain bowls, panini

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 63, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $208.8K-$683.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$50K liquid

Asian Food

Balance Pan-Asian Grille

Asian bowls, tacos, snacks, bubble teas

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $768.1K-$1.2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Cupbop

Korean barbecue

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 180, CO: 33 COST: $296.2K-$663.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$2M liquid

Jinya Ramen Bar

Ramen, tapas, craft beer

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 57, CAN: 3, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $1.4M-$3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $3M net worth w/$1M liquid

Joju Vietnamese sandwiches, bowls, and fries

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $215.5K-$391K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Lime House Sushi and ramen

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2023 UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $348.3K-$781.7K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$97.7K liquid

Miso Ramen & Poke Bar Japanese ramen

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2025 UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $267K-$478.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Pepper Lunch DIY teppanyaki

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 1, INTL: 383, CO: 126

COST: $714.2K-$1.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$450K liquid

chisees wanted to grow,” says Jayson Tipp, the brand’s chief development officer. So the brand “got more aggressive about opening new markets,” Tipp says. As a result, in 2023, 60% of the brand’s new franchise commitments were with existing franchisees.

Playa Bowls also outsourced recruiting for new franchise candidates, he says. “We hadn’t been very attentive to opportunities in Texas, for instance. We looked at Houston and Dallas, so we’ll have those shops opening in 2025. Our first shop in Chicago opened this past October. And we started doing multiunit agreements, which we hadn’t done before.”

CLOSER

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Delicious and Nutritious!

Want to serve the perfect summer treat (which is great year-round too)? Get the scoop on Playa Bowls, your new favorite franchise. by KIM KAVIN

Playa Bowls has a classic origin story for food brands: Its founders discovered something delicious, and wanted to bring it back home.

In this case, the founders were Robert Giuliani and Abby Taylor—two surfers from New Jersey who discovered acai and pitaya bowls while traveling internationally on surf trips. In 2014, they decided to

introduce their favorite blends at home: They struck a deal with a pizza shop in Belmar, New Jersey, so that they could sell food on the sidewalk out front. They bought a blender, a patio table, a fridge, and a freezer—and with that, Playa Bowls was effectively born.

People loved it. So they kept going.

Within a year, they opened their first official location

in Belmar. Then they started expanding. The first franchise opened in 2016, and they ended 2024 with nearly 300 total units.

How did the brand grow so fast? It developed a new approach to franchisee growth: It now actively helps existing franchisees grow, and it recruits new ones from underappreciated markets.

“Many of our existing fran-

The minimum multi-unit agreement is three locations, and the maximum is 10, with a maximum term of five years. Last year, Playa Bowls mostly sold three-unit agreements to new franchisees, with a lot of five- and 10-unit agreements going to existing franchisees.

“It’s a vote of confidence,” Tipp says. “Franchise owners follow profitability. If they’re making money, they’re happy to open another shop.”

Next on the list is continuing to streamline the store buildout process to lower costs. “We moved from owners hiring their own architects to having centralized brand architects who handle all the new shop openings,” Tipp says. The franchise also now has a preferred equipment distributor that gives franchise owners an extra level of support. “We partnered with them really closely, so our franchise owners don’t have to go shop around.”

LISTINGS

Rakkan Ramen

Ramen and Japanese food

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 2, CO: 7

COST: $379.5K-$865K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Rooster & Rice

Thai chicken rice

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $335.6K-$530.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Teriyaki Madness Asian food

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 151, CAN: 1, INTL: 1, CO: 1

COST: $350.5K-$976.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Vegan District Asian Eatery ● Vegan Asian food

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $97.5K-$358K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

WaBa Grill

Asian-inspired rice bowls

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 188, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $341K-$577K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Baked Goods: Bagels

Barry Bagels ● Bagels, sandwiches, soups, salads

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $96.5K-$506K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe ● Bagels, baked goods, deli items, sandwiches

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $378K-$525K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Einstein Bros. Bagels ● Bagels, coffee, breakfast, and lunch

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1995

UNITS: US: 56, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 329

COST: $585K-$1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

H&H Bagels Bagels

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $660K-$1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Jeff’s Bagel Run Bagels, cream cheese, coffee

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $537.6K-$813.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Baked Goods: Cookies

Bang Cookies Cookies

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $235.1K-$390.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Cookie Plug Cookies and desserts

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $200.8K-$577.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Dirty Dough ● Filling-stuffed cookies

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 14

COST: $153.6K-$510K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$125K liquid

Great American Cookies ● Cookies, cookie cakes, brownies

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1977

UNITS: US: 397, CAN: 0, INTL: 15, CO: 0

COST: $308.5K-$484.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Le Macaron French Pastries ● Macarons, pastries, gelato, chocolates, candies, specialty coffee and tea

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $154.2K-$454K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$100K liquid

MidnighTreats ● Plant-based cookies and milk

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $132.9K-$296K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions offers cooking oil filtration, fryer management, and kitchen cleaning services. COO John Michals shares three things he’s excited about this year.

1 ▶ Specialty surface cleaning!

We’re growing our FiltaClean service to help customers tackle specialty surface cleaning. From hard-to-reach kitchen equipment to high-touch areas, we’re giving businesses a trusted partner to maintain cleaner, safer, more efficient spaces.

2 ▶ Full-circle fryer management!

Our fryer management has evolved into a full-circle service: fresh oil supply, professional fryer cleaning, advanced micro-filtration, and sustainable waste oil removal. This closed-loop approach helps kitchens extend oil life, ensure top food quality, and run more sustainably.

3 ▶ Strengthening our network!

We’re investing in our franchise network to support national accounts with consistent, high-quality service everywhere they operate. We’re focusing on expanding into key metro areas while recognizing the critical role our non-metro markets play as the connective tissue that keeps our network strong and responsive nationwide.

LISTINGS

Mrs. Fields ● Cookies and baked goods

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 121, CAN: 36, INTL: 41, CO: 0

COST: $311.5K-$495.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$200K liquid

Schmackary’s Cookies and baked goods

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $266.7K-$656.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$500K liquid

Baked Goods: Doughnuts

DonutNV ●●

Mini doughnuts, juices, hot and iced coffee

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 146, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $184.9K-$337.3K, RTY: $750/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Doughnuttery ● Mini doughnuts

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 4

COST: $172.9K-$320.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Duck Donuts ● Doughnuts and coffee

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 143, CAN: 2, INTL: 11, CO: 1

COST: $444.4K-$653.3K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$200K liquid

Randy’s Donuts ● Doughnuts, breakfast sandwiches, croissants, drinks

BEGAN: 1952, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 22, CO: 9 COST: $297K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Shipley Do-Nuts

Doughnuts, kolaches, pastries, coffee

BEGAN: 1936, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 345, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11

COST: $496.4K-$1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Baked Goods: Pretzels

Auntie Anne’s ● Soft pretzels

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 1,170, CAN: 1, INTL: 835, CO: 11

COST: $149.6K-$624.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$120K liquid

Pretzelmaker ● Pretzels, lemonade

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 130, CAN: 55, INTL: 14, CO: 0

COST: $302.5K-$583K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Wetzel’s Pretzels ●● Soft pretzels, lemonade, hot dogs

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 377, CAN: 7, INTL: 4, CO: 38

COST: $178.5K-$689.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

Baked Goods: Miscellaneous

Breadsmith

European-style breads

BEGAN: 1993, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 27, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $330.2K-$506.3K, RTY: 7%-5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Cinnabon ● Cinnamon rolls, baked goods, coffee

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1986

UNITS: US: 964, CAN: 33, INTL: 959, CO: 28

COST: $254.8K-$674.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$120K liquid

Kolache Factory

Kolaches, pastries, coffee

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 30

COST: $641.9K-$937.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Vicky Bakery

Baked goods, breads, pastries, sandwiches, coffee

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 20, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $626.7K-$1.2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Bakery Cafes

Angelina Italian Bakery

Baked goods, pizza, coffee, desserts

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $439.8K-$1.7M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$350K liquid

The French Workshop

Bakery cafes

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $1.5M-$2.2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Great Harvest Bakery cafes

BEGAN: 1976, FRANCHISING: 1978

UNITS: US: 158, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 0

COST: $168.3K-$984.2K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Paris Baguette

Bakery cafes

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 157, CAN: 5, INTL: 3,721, CO: 19

COST: $718.1K-$1.8M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Tous les Jours

Bakery cafes

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 116, CAN: 1, INTL: 1,513, CO: 163

COST: $718.2K-$948.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$400K liquid

Chicken

Angry Chickz Nashville hot chicken

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 26

COST: $418K-$1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $3M net worth w/$1.5M liquid

Big Chicken

Chicken sandwiches and tenders, salads, sides, desserts

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $681.5K-$1.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Bojangles

Chicken and biscuits

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1978

UNITS: US: 528, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 285

COST: $720.2K-$3.8M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken ● Korean fried chicken

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 138, CAN: 0, INTL: 305, CO: 5 COST: $190.9K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$250K liquid

Chester’s ●● Fried chicken

BEGAN: 1952, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 988, CAN: 62, INTL: 12, CO: 0

COST: $27.5K-$296.5K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

Chia Chick-Pie Taiwanese fried chicken

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $244.4K-$545.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Chicken Salad Chick

Chicken salads, soups, sides

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 190, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 78

COST: $747K-$994.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Chick N Max

Chicken wings, tenders, and sandwiches

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $631.5K-$1.98M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$300K liquid

Chunky Boss

Taiwanese fried chicken

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $318K-$741.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Church’s Texas Chicken Chicken

BEGAN: 1952, FRANCHISING: 1969

UNITS: US: 733, CAN: 92, INTL: 490, CO: 159

COST: $644.4K-$1.u8M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Daddy’s Chicken Shack

Chicken sandwiches and fingers, breakfast, sides

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $725.8K-$1.2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

Dave’s Hot Chicken ● Nashville-style hot chicken

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 194, CAN: 5, INTL: 6, CO: 6 COST: $619.8K-$1.96M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $5M net worth w/$2.5M liquid

Detroit Wing Company Chicken wings

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $483.5K-$649.96K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$150K liquid

El Pollo Loco

Grilled chicken and Mexican food

BEGAN: 1975, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 324, CAN: 0, INTL: 10, CO: 171

COST: $779.8K-$2.7M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Golden Chick Chicken

BEGAN: 1967, FRANCHISING: 1972

UNITS: US: 198, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 33

COST: $810.3K-$1.9M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

real estate to build out, launches to plan, leadership teams to develop, and more. Once the business is operational, there are constant labor and supply chain management issues. Pretty much every franchisee and franchisor we speak to says that they needed grit, resilience, and an entrepreneurial mindset to succeed—even though, yes, the franchisor’s playbook made parts of the journey much easier.

Myth #2 ▶ Franchising isn’t entrepreneurial.

FRANCHISE 101

Busting 3 Major Franchising Myths

Is franchising really just for affluent people looking for a turnkey, “easy” path to success? No, no, and no!

by AB IGRAM AND VINCENT ONYEMAH

Many people don’t understand franchising.

When we talk with university students, seasoned executives, and everyone in between, we frequently encounter myths about franchising. They say that franchises aren’t truly entrepreneurial businesses, for example, or that they can be run lazily.

Wrong! We’ve seen firsthand how franchising is an excellent model for companies looking to expand and scale, and how it provides incredible opportunities to individuals who want to be entrepreneurial and create economic and social value.

Here are three of the most

common misconceptions that you should stop believing.

Myth #1 ▶ Franchising can succeed on autopilot. There’s a persistent belief that franchisees have it easy. People think the franchisee just has to open the store, and the franchisor will take care of the rest. After all, isn’t there a playbook already written?

Wrong. If you have a fitness plan, that is not the same as actually exercising. The same is true for franchising: It’s great to have a plan, but franchisees need to work hard to execute it themselves.

A new franchisee must navigate a range of complex tasks. To start, there’s often

neighbors, who are looking for a path to ownership and entrepreneurship. These locally owned and operated franchises then create local jobs and local social impact, generating community benefits.

Similarly, there’s a perception that franchising is only for wealthy people, and that those wealthy people are simply looking for a new business investment. But today’s franchisees are often younger, and they’re very invested in their company’s growth.

When people picture “entrepreneurship,” they often imagine starting a business from scratch. But it takes just as much creativity to scale something that already exists. Why don’t people think that franchising is entrepreneurial? Perhaps it’s because of the top-down model: A franchise gives franchisees a lot of direction and support. But many franchise locations are also laboratories for experimentation, where franchisees can develop new ideas that then spread to the rest of the brand.

Franchising can offer the best of both worlds—the chance to be entrepreneurial yourself and to benefit from others’ entrepreneurship. Amanda Bialek, an expert in franchise marketing, summarized it best: “Franchising provides the opportunity to tap into an entrepreneurial spirit with the guidance of a great playbook.”

Myth #3 ▶ Franchises aren’t local.

Some people view a franchise as an extension of a big corporation. But a lot of the time, franchises are run by individuals from the community. They are your

The franchise model provides the opportunity to leverage a proven brand or service to achieve results. It offers the chance to be entrepreneurial. It offers room for growth—multiunit franchisees now account for most franchise units in the United States. And despite perceptions, many kinds of people and types of businesses can embrace franchising. Whether franchising is right for you depends on your goals and objectives and the quality of the franchisor. As insiders say, success in franchising does require grit, leadership, and an entrepreneurial mindset. With those in hand, franchising can offer a resilient path to economic success.

Ab Igram teaches in the marketing division and is executive director of the Tariq Farid Franchise Institute at Babson College. Dr. Vincent Onyemah is a professor and chair of the marketing division at Babson. Together, they host the podcast Stars of Franchising: Stories of Inspiration & Entrepreneurial Grit.

LISTINGS

Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken & Wings ● Hot chicken sandwiches and wings

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 106, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 0

COST: $305.5K-$518K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$200K liquid

Hurricane Grill & Wings

Chicken wings, tenders, sandwiches, salads

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 41, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $854.2K-$2.97M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

KFC Chicken

BEGAN: 1930, FRANCHISING: 1952

UNITS: US: 3,715, CAN: 0, INTL: 26,531, CO: 434

COST: $1.9M-$3.8M, RTY: 4%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$750K liquid

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Chicken tenders

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 26, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $451.1K-$1.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken Chicken, biscuits, sides

BEGAN: 1966, FRANCHISING: 1967

UNITS: US: 93, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 33

COST: $567.5K-$2M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

101 Chicken ● Korean fried chicken and sandwiches

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $396.5K-$809.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$25K liquid

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Fried chicken, seafood, biscuits

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1976

UNITS: US: 3,087, CAN: 350, INTL: 1,319, CO: 40

COST: $471K-$3.9M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken

Biscuits and chicken

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 17, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $634.1K-$827K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Roots Chicken Shak

Duck-fat-fried chicken wings, tenders, and sandwiches

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $393.2K-$748.6K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Slim Chickens

Chicken tenders, chicken wings, salads, sandwiches, wraps

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 180, CAN: 0, INTL: 60, CO: 11

COST: $1.5M-$4.4M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $3M net worth

Starbird

Chicken tenders, salads, sandwiches, tacos, wings

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 15

COST: $1.1M-$1.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

VooDoo Wing Company

Chicken wings, salads, sandwiches, sides, desserts

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $207.8K-$475.95K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Wing It On! ● Chicken wings, sandwiches, and tenders

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $215.5K-$445K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Wing Snob ● Chicken wings

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 38, CAN: 5, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $330.2K-$599.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$150K liquid

Wingstop

Chicken wings, tenders, and sandwiches, fries, sides

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 1,988, CAN: 9, INTL: 303, CO: 52

COST: $259.4K-$912.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.2M net worth w/$600K liquid

Zaxby’s

Chicken wings, fingers, sandwiches, and salads

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 815, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 145

COST: $1.4M-$3.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$750K liquid

Coffee

Aroma Joe’s ● Coffee, espresso, tea, energy drinks, baked goods

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 122, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $586.6K-$1.9M, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$200K liquid

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Hawaiian coffees, coffee blends, teas, blended drinks, food

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $514.2K-$980.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$150K liquid

Beans & Brews ● Coffee, tea, specialty drinks, food

BEGAN: 1993, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 51, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 28

COST: $455.5K-$766.5K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

Biggby Coffee ● Specialty coffee, tea, smoothies, energy drinks, baked goods, sandwiches

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1999

UNITS: US: 405, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $328K-$792.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Caffe Aronne ●● Mobile coffee bars and kiosks

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $98.4K-$267.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Dunkin’ Coffee, doughnuts, baked goods

BEGAN: 1950, FRANCHISING: 1955

UNITS: US: 9,548, CAN: 0, INTL: 4,210, CO: 32 COST: $435.5K-$1.8M, RTY: 5.9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Dunn Brothers Coffee

Coffee, baked goods, sandwiches, wraps, desserts

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 49, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $539.6K-$808.96K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Ellianos Coffee Specialty coffee and smoothies

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 68, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $671.5K-$1.1M, RTY: 6%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

The Human Bean Specialty coffee

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 160, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 12 COST: $562.1K-$1.3M, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Lucky Goat Coffee Company Coffee

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $195.5K-$496.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Mariam Coffee ● Coffee

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $149K-$283.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$150K liquid

PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans ● Coffee, tea, pastries, sandwiches

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 185, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 0 COST: $498.5K-$1.7M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$175K liquid

LISTINGS

Scooter’s Coffee

Coffee, espresso, smoothies, pastries, breakfast items

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 854, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 24

COST: $692.2K-$1.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee ● Coffee and beverages

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 139, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $201.6K-$259.6K, RTY: $3K-$5K/yr.

FINANCING: Yes

Ziggi’s Coffee

Coffee, specialty drinks, energy drinks, breakfast and lunch items

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 87, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $526.5K-$2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Crepes

Sleek Creperie & Cafe Sweet and savory crepes and desserts

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $361.5K-$611.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Sweet Paris Creperie & Cafe Crepes, waffles, salads, panini, milkshakes, coffee, alcohol

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $928.1K-$1.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$300K liquid

Frozen Desserts: Frozen Yogurt

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt ● Frozen yogurt, shakes, smoothies, cakes

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 62, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $387.5K-$640K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$125K liquid

Red Mango Cafe & Juice Bar ● Frozen yogurt, smoothies, juices, wraps, salads, flatbreads, toast

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 57, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $378.5K-$620.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$125K liquid

16 Handles

Self-serve frozen yogurt and ice cream

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $242.5K-$645K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

TCBY ● Frozen yogurt

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 145, CAN: 19, INTL: 5, CO: 0

COST: $493.6K-$699.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$200K liquid

Yogen Fruz ● Frozen yogurt, soft-serve ice cream

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 27, CAN: 70, INTL: 419, CO: 1

COST: $285.1K-$754.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Frozen Desserts: Ice Cream

Baskin-Robbins

Ice cream, frozen beverages

BEGAN: 1945, FRANCHISING: 1948

UNITS: US: 2,261, CAN: 114, INTL: 5,380, CO: 0

COST: $307.4K-$657.9K, RTY: 5.9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$100K liquid

Ben & Jerry’s ●

Ice cream, frozen yogurt, nondairy frozen desserts, sorbet

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1981

UNITS: US: 191, CAN: 3, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $153.2K-$549.3K, RTY: 3%-5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$100K liquid

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream

Ice cream, frozen yogurt, ices, sherbets

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 205, CAN: 0, INTL: 5, CO: 1

COST: $320.5K-$2.6M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Carvel ● Ice cream, ice cream cakes

BEGAN: 1934, FRANCHISING: 1947

UNITS: US: 333, CAN: 0, INTL: 29, CO: 0

COST: $379K-$590.9K, RTY: $3.02/gallon

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$140K liquid

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream Ice cream

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $471.99K-$630.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$300K liquid

Cold Stone Creamery ● Ice cream, sorbet, ice cream cakes, shakes

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 975, CAN: 0, INTL: 398, CO: 1

COST: $322.7K-$627.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$120K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Crispy Cones ● European-style ice cream and fruit cones

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $350.7K-$594.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Dairy Queen

Soft-serve ice cream, burgers, chicken strips

BEGAN: 1940, FRANCHISING: 1940

UNITS: US: 4,218, CAN: 693, INTL: 2,722, CO: 2

COST: $1.5M-$2.5M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$400K liquid

Eiffel Waffle ● Ice cream and desserts

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $264.9K-$387.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$85K liquid

Fosters Freeze ● Soft-serve ice cream, burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, fries

BEGAN: 1946, FRANCHISING: 1946

UNITS: US: 61, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $178K-$1M, RTY: 4%/8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$150K liquid

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream Ice cream

BEGAN: 1945, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 136, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $311K-$936K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Ice Cream Hut Ice cream

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $89.5K-$206K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth

Marble Slab Creamery ● Ice cream

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 253, CAN: 108, INTL: 31, CO: 0

COST: $303.5K-$476.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

MilkShake Factory

Milkshakes, chocolates, caramels

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11

COST: $476.7K-$739.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$200K liquid

Negranti Creamery Sheep’s milk ice cream

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $248.3K-$475.7K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

OddFellows Ice Cream Co. ● Ice cream

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $234.3K-$591K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

The Original Rainbow Cone ●● Ice cream, ice cream cakes, doughnuts

BEGAN: 1926, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 20

COST: $386.1K-$3.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

Pecan Jacks Ice cream and candy

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $387.4K-$597.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream ●●●

Ice cream, Italian ice, frozen yogurt, custard

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $47.2K-$284K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

The Sweet Spot Ice cream, milkshakes, churros, funnel cakes, waffles, smoothies, coffee

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $332.1K-$1.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K liquid

Swensen’s ● Ice cream parlors and restaurants

BEGAN: 1948, FRANCHISING: 1963

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 456, CO: 0 COST: $222.99K-$993.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Frozen Desserts: Ices

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice ● Italian ice, gelati, soft ice cream

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 140, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 19

COST: $350.6K-$721K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Kona Ice ● Shaved-ice trucks

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 1,795, CAN: 14, INTL: 1, CO: 4

COST: $173.4K-$222.1K, RTY: $3K-$5K/yr.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $20K liquid

Pelican’s SnoBalls ● Shaved ice

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 204, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $86.2K-$238.6K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $20K liquid

Rainbow Snow ● Shaved-ice trailers

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $99.5K-$122.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $125K net worth w/$50K liquid

Repicci’s Real Italian ●● Italian ice, gelato, sorbetto, hot chocolate, Italian coffees and teas, hoagies, pizza

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 28, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $77.9K-$166.3K, RTY: to $3.6K/yr.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$45K liquid

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard ● Italian ice and frozen custard

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 555, CAN: 0, INTL: 6, CO: 5 COST: $315.2K-$905.5K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

Frozen Desserts: Miscellaneous

Frios Gourmet Pops ●● Frozen pops

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 113, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $59.5K-$101.4K, RTY: $125-$175/wk. FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

King of Pops ●● Ice pop carts

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $20.2K-$68.5K, RTY: 5%+

FINANCING: No

Morelia Gourmet Paletas ● Gelato and sorbet bars

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 13, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $98.1K-$360K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Paciugo Gelato Caffe ● Gelato, coffee, pastries, smoothies, iced beverages, paninis, flatbreads

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $109.7K-$612.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Hamburgers

A&W Restaurants

Root beer, burgers, hot dogs, chicken, sides, ice cream

BEGAN: 1919, FRANCHISING: 1925

UNITS: US: 449, CAN: 0, INTL: 414, CO: 2

COST: $287.4K-$1.6M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K liquid

Beef-a-Roo

Burgers, roast beef sandwiches, milkshakes, fries, salads

BEGAN: 1967, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 15

COST: $466.7K-$1.4M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

BurgerFi ● Burgers, chicken tenders and sandwiches, hot dogs, sides, desserts, milkshakes

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 82, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 17

COST: $412K-$969.5K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Burger King Burgers, fries, breakfast

BEGAN: 1954, FRANCHISING: 1961

UNITS: US: 5,617, CAN: 366, INTL: 12,240, CO: 1,161

COST: $2M-$4.7M, RTY: 4.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Carl’s Jr. Burgers

BEGAN: 1945, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 993, CAN: 18, INTL: 649, CO: 49

COST: $1.5M-$3.2M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Checkers and Rally’s Burgers, fries

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 530, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 236

COST: $639.99K-$2.3M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

Culver’s Frozen custard, specialty burgers

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 1,013, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $2.6M-$8.6M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.3M net worth w/$500K liquid

Elevation Burger Organic burgers, fries, shakes

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 23, CO: 0

COST: $509.3K-$1.96M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Kiosk/express option

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LISTINGS

Farmer Boys

Burgers, breakfast, sandwiches, salads

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 71, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 31

COST: $1.1M-$2.6M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Fatburger

Burgers, fries, chicken wings

BEGAN: 1952, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 95, CAN: 68, INTL: 22, CO: 0

COST: $509.3K-$1.99M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Frozen custard, steakburgers, hot dogs

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 497, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 34

COST: $897.8K-$2.8M, RTY: 4.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$400K liquid

The Habit Burger Grill

Burgers, sandwiches, salads, sides, shakes

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 75, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 303

COST: $1M-$2.9M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$750K liquid

Hardee’s Burgers

BEGAN: 1960, FRANCHISING: 1962

UNITS: US: 1,384, CAN: 0, INTL: 455, CO: 204

COST: $1.4M-$2.6M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Harlem Shake Burgers and shakes

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $409K-$840K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

iniBurger

Halal burgers, wings, fries, shakes

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $302.2K-$676K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Jack in the Box

Burgers, chicken sandwiches, tacos, salads, bowls, sides

BEGAN: 1951, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 2,029, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 146

COST: $1.9M-$4M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Krystal ● Burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, breakfast, milkshakes

BEGAN: 1932, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 155, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 121

COST: $787.7K-$2.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

McDonald’s Burgers, chicken, salads, beverages

BEGAN: 1955, FRANCHISING: 1955

UNITS: US: 12,790, CAN: 1,343, INTL: 26,105, CO: 2,168

COST: $1.5M-$2.6M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K liquid

Mooyah Burgers, Fries, & Shakes Burgers, fries, shakes

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 73, CAN: 0, INTL: 5, CO: 2

COST: $371.7K-$1.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Roy Rogers Restaurants

Burgers, roast beef sandwiches, fried chicken

BEGAN: 1968, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 24

COST: $755.3K-$1.58M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Sammy’s Sliders

Sliders, chicken fingers, fries, shakes

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $326.8K-$709.6K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Savvy Sliders

Sliders, chicken fingers, custard shakes, fries, beverages

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $411K-$965K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$175K liquid

Shake Station

Burgers, shakes, sandwiches, chicken

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $188.1K-$391.4K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Siri’s Gourmet Burgers & Pizza

Burgers and pizza

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $238.8K-$400.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Smalls Sliders

Cheeseburger sliders, fries, shakes

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 12, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $1.3M-$1.8M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $4M net worth w/$1.5M liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Smashburger Burgers

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 78, CAN: 7, INTL: 16, CO: 126

COST: $1.2M-$2.2M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$500K liquid

Sonic Drive-In

Burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, breakfast, ice cream, beverages

BEGAN: 1953, FRANCHISING: 1959

UNITS: US: 3,195, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 326

COST: $1.7M-$3.4M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Wayback Burgers

Burgers, chicken, fries, onion rings, shakes

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 141, CAN: 18, INTL: 8, CO: 1

COST: $256K-$850K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$200K liquid

Wendy’s Burgers, chicken sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, sides

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1971

UNITS: US: 5,622, CAN: 442, INTL: 806, CO: 412

COST: $310.1K-$2.8M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Hawaiian Food

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill

Hawaiian plate lunches

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 26

COST: $1.5M-$4.8M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $5M net worth w/$2.5M liquid

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Hawaiian-style food

BEGAN: 1976, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 218, CAN: 0, INTL: 2, CO: 7 COST: $210.2K-$839.9K, RTY: 2%-4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid Palani’s Hawai’i Noodles Hawaiian food

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $192.3K-$360K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Hot Dogs

Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ ●●

Hot dogs, barbecue, beer, ax throwing

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 18, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $260.6K-$1.1M, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Dog Haus

Hot dogs, sausages, burgers, fried chicken, plantbased proteins, craft beer

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $357.4K-$1.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Eugene’s Sausage & Fries ●● Hot dogs, sandwiches, burgers, and fries

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $130.2K-$397.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Hot Dog on a Stick ● Corn dogs, lemonade, fries, funnel cakes

BEGAN: 1946, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 30

COST: $456.5K-$629.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Nathan’s Famous ●● Hot dogs, burgers, seafood, chicken, cheesesteaks

BEGAN: 1916, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 127, CAN: 0, INTL: 77, CO: 4 COST: $82.2K-$2M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Wienerschnitzel ●

Hot dogs, ice cream

BEGAN: 1961, FRANCHISING: 1965

UNITS: US: 328, CAN: 0, INTL: 2, CO: 0 COST: $600K-$2.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Indian Food

Curry Up Now Indian-inspired food

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11 COST: $312.4K-$1.7M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Madurai Kitchen South Indian dishes

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025 UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $221.5K-$702.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Nina’s Desi Kitchen

Halal Desi and Pakistani street food

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $145.6K-$229.8K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

Tabla Indian food

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4 COST: $185.2K-$629.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

LISTINGS

Tikka Bowls and Tacos

Indian-Mexican fusion food

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $227.5K-$387.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Mediterranean Food

Doner Haus

German-style doner kebabs

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $516.6K-$763.5K, RTY: 3%

FINANCING: Yes

Doner Shack ● Mediterranean food

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 4, CO: 1

COST: $671.9K-$3.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh

Mediterranean food

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 20, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 8 COST: $552.1K-$734.96K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Greek and Mediterranean food

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 52, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 7 COST: $582K-$1.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $180K liquid

GW Gyro & Wings Gyros, wraps, wings, cheesesteaks, smoothies

BEGAN: 1974, FRANCHISING: 1983

UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $269.7K-$563.7K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$175K liquid

Gyro Republic Halal gyros, chicken, and falafel

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $251.5K-$551.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

The Halal Guys Halal food

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 86, CAN: 2, INTL: 5, CO: 7 COST: $461.4K-$1.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$1M liquid

Mezza Lebanese Kitchen ● Lebanese and Mediterranean-inspired food

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 12, INTL: 1, CO: 8 COST: $497K-$845K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Nick the Greek Souvlaki and gyros

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 68, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10

COST: $414.8K-$597K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Over the Top Pita Mediterranean food

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $129.7K-$287.7K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $30K net worth w/$30K liquid

Shawarma Press Mediterranean food

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $157K-$376.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$250K liquid

Sticks Kebob Shop

Mediterranean food

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $247.6K-$573.3K, RTY: 3%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe

Mediterranean and Greek food

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 58, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 39

COST: $555K-$1M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Mexican Food

Barberitos

Southwestern food

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 42, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $517.1K-$673.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

Barrio Burrito Bar ●

Mexican food

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 323, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $418.6K-$753.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$125K liquid

Blue Margaritas

Mexican food

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $206.6K-$371.9K, RTY: 3.5%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $29.9K net worth w/$29.9K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Bubbakoo’s Burritos Mexican food

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 132, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

COST: $356K-$757K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Burrito Shak Burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 14, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $370.2K-$928.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$100K liquid

California Tortilla Mexican food

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 21, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

COST: $441.7K-$836.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

Chronic Tacos Mexican food

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 22, CAN: 1, INTL: 3, CO: 5

COST: $284K-$884K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Cilantro Taco Grill Mexican food

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 15

COST: $273K-$730.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Del Taco ●

Mexican/American food

BEGAN: 1964, FRANCHISING: 1967

UNITS: US: 472, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 116

COST: $1.5M-$3.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

District Taco Mexican food

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 13

COST: $733.8K-$1.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $5M net worth w/$1M liquid

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Baja-style Mexican food

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 124, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $642K-$1.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Hola Cabrito Mexican food

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $250.5K-$486K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Hot Head Burritos Mexican food

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 69, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11

COST: $214.1K-$694.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

La Birria Birria tacos

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $100.6K-$199.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

Moe’s Southwest Grill Mexican food

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 600, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $745.3K-$1.8M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Mucho Gusto Mexican Kitchen Mexican food

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2025 UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $657K-$982K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Pancheros Mexican Grill Mexican food

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1995 UNITS: US: 50, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 26 COST: $752.5K-$1.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Qdoba Mexican Eats Mexican food

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1997 UNITS: US: 479, CAN: 13, INTL: 2, CO: 166 COST: $489.2K-$1.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$350K liquid

Rusty Taco Tacos

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $523.4K-$1.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Surcheros Tex-Mex food

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $301K-$1.4M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Taco Bell ● Mexican-inspired food

BEGAN: 1962, FRANCHISING: 1964

UNITS: US: 6,970, CAN: 0, INTL: 1,107, CO: 488 COST: $610.8K-$3.98M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $5M net worth w/$2M liquid

long it takes to establish repeat business, are both important benchmarks for any sustainable franchise. Service-based brands are more likely to ramp up quickly because of lower investment costs upfront and lower fixed overhead costs.Alternatively, a brick-and-mortar brand like a salon will likely take time to establish a strong customer base in a particular community. However, they tend to have more repeat business and durable income streams over time.

3. ▶ Scalability

Which Franchise Model Is Right for You?

You’ve basically got two choices: A business based on location or service. Here’s how to decide.

by DAVID BUSKER

When people want to become franchisees, they have to make a big decision: What type of business do I want to run?

There are thousands of brands and concepts to choose from, but they all generally fall into one of two business models. There are “location-based businesses,” such as hair salons and fitness studios, which have retail storefronts where the customer receives the service at a fixed place. Then there are “service-based brands,” like lawn care and moving companies, which do not have a storefront. The service is provided wherever the customer is located.

There are several key differences between brick-

and-mortar and service-based businesses—including different criteria to start them and to grow them. Here are the six most important.

1. ▶ Investment cost

Real estate is usually the biggest factor here. The more real-estate-intensive a business is, the greater the investment level. That’s why location-based, brick-andmortar franchises generally have higher initial investments than service-based brands, which don’t necessarily require real estate. (Some may operate from a home office.)

2.

▶ Ramp-up time

The time it takes to start earning a monthly positive cash flow, as well as how

creating estimates, and the like—in real time, which keeps business moving.

5. ▶ Location

Brick-and-mortar businesses are typically more scalable. Once you have a single successful franchise, it’s easier to manage and build an empire by spreading costs over multiple locations. But remember: Due to the significant initial investments, building costs will be similar each time you open a new location.

With a service-based brand, rather than building more physical locations to expand, you can increase your territory and drive more penetration within it. While this isn’t without additional costs (consider gas money, employees to keep up with demand, more frequent equipment maintenance, etc.), it requires only incremental investments, since you benefit from both increased revenue and economies of scale.

4. ▶ Technology

This tends to be relatively equal in terms of usefulness and accessibility. For brick-andmortar brands, it’s common to see customers scheduling services directly (hair appointments, fitness class bookings, etc.). For service-based brands, customers can make bookings— and employees can perform tasks such as ordering parts,

For brick-and-mortar franchise brands, deciding on a location is often a balancing act of finding real estate that is within an acceptable price range and in a popular area that creates consistent repeat business. For a service-based brand, location is not as important for overall success. Since you or your employees will be traveling to the customer’s location, there is no site selection risk, and you are free to penetrate deeper and deeper into a market.

6. ▶ Recession risk

One final factor to consider is the recession resistance of your franchise.

Brick-and-mortar brands often offer more discretionary services. These include “everyday services,” to be sure—hair care, nail salons, etc.—but they are not always considered essential. Service-based brands, on the other hand, often are essential everyday services that must be performed despite fluctuating market trends— think HVAC, plumbing, yard care, or restoration.

Ultimately, there is no onesize-fits-all franchise for every potential franchisee. But by understanding the basics of these two categories, you can start to consider which business model type matches most closely with your business goals.

David Busker is the founder of FranchiseVision, a national franchise consultant, and the author of the book Franchise Vision: Transform Your Future Through Franchise Ownership.

Taco Casa Mexican food

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1972

UNITS: US: 99, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $857K-$3.1M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$1M liquid

Taco John’s Mexican food

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1969

UNITS: US: 340, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $437K-$2.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Taco Works Mexican food

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $144.8K-$300.8K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $39.9K net worth w/$39.9K liquid

Tiki Taco Shack

Tex-Mex food

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $171.5K-$347.1K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Italian Food

Fazoli’s Italian food

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 145, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 58

COST: $1.5M-$2.4M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Pastanito ●●

Build-your-own pasta

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $467.1K-$506.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$100K liquid

B.C. Pizza ● Pizza, pasta, subs, calzones, appetizers

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1995

UNITS: US: 35, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $121K-$437K, RTY: 9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$50K liquid

Benny’s Pizza Pizza

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 28

COST: $138.4K-$370K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

Ben’s Brick Oven Pizza

Artisan brick fired pizza

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $442.2K-$2.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Blaze Pizza

Build-your-own pizza

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 268, CAN: 16, INTL: 1, CO: 12

COST: $596.9K-$1.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$300K liquid

Candlelite Chicago Pizza, burgers, sandwiches, fries, salads

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $270K-$525K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Cannoli Kitchen Pizza

Italian food

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $322K-$452.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Captain Tony’s Pizza & Pasta Emporium ● Pizza, pasta, subs, wings

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 2, CO: 0

COST: $195.6K-$386.8K, RTY: to 4.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Crust Pizza Co.

Pizza, pasta, sandwiches, salads

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 23, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $766.5K-$1.4M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Custom Pizza Truck ●● Pizza food trucks

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $116.5K-$169K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Donatos

Pizza, subs, salads

BEGAN: 1963, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 127, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 51

COST: $482K-$998K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$200K liquid

Figaro’s Pizza

Pizza, take-and-bake pizza

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1986

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 8, CO: 0

COST: $86.5K-$549K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$250K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

Monster Mini Golf

Monster Mini Golf is a blacklight family entertainment center featuring mini golf, laser tag, bowling, and arcade games. CEO Christopher King three things he’s excited about this year.

1 ▶ Room to grow!

Monster Mini Golf is in a unique position, as a legacy brand founded in 2004 but with only organic growth until now, so we still have the available territories of an emerging brand.

2 ▶ Growth trajectory!

We have opened 10 locations thus far in 2025 and are on track to open 12 to 15 per year moving forward. We’ve partnered with Rep’M Group for sales and development, and are working toward 100 franchises granted.

3 ▶ Increasing brand equity!

We are on our way to becoming a household name in family entertainment, and truly dominant in the mini-golf space. It feels very good to be on a path to rewarding early adopters and those that took a chance on us years ago.

LISTINGS

Fox’s Pizza Den Pizza, sandwiches, stromboli, wings, salads, appetizers

BEGAN: 1971, FRANCHISING: 1974

UNITS: US: 192, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $108K-$236K, RTY: $500/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

Grandma’s N.Y. Pizza Pizza, salads, pastas

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $288K-$595.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Hangar 54 Pizza ●● Pizza, chicken, breakfast

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 128, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $9K-$349K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $35K net worth w/$35K liquid

Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream Pizza, pasta, sandwiches, salads, ice cream

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1973

UNITS: US: 33, CAN: 0, INTL: 4, CO: 3

COST: $536.9K-$1.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$150K liquid

Hungry Howie’s Pizza and subs

BEGAN: 1973, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 483, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 33

COST: $431.9K-$629.9K, RTY: 5.5%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $650K net worth w/$220K liquid

Isi’s Pizza Pizzas, wings, calzones, salads

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $265K-$444.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Krave It Pizza, subs, wings, sides

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $201K-$408K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

LaRosa’s Pizzeria Pizza, Italian food

BEGAN: 1954, FRANCHISING: 1967

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

COST: $1.4M-$2.6M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Ledo Pizza Pizza, subs, pasta

BEGAN: 1955, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 119, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $206.3K-$672.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Marco’s Pizza

Pizza, pizza bowls, subs, wings, salads, cheese bread

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1979

UNITS: US: 1,098, CAN: 0, INTL: 63, CO: 43

COST: $286.7K-$807.2K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$200K liquid

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Pizza, wings, salad bar, appetizers, desserts

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1981

UNITS: US: 306, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $427.1K-$899.1K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$150K liquid

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza Pizza, pasta, salad, and sandwich buffets

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1974

UNITS: US: 77, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $195.1K-$3.6M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Neighborhood Pizza Cafe Pizzas, casseroles, sides

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $200K-$363.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Papa Johns Pizza

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1986

UNITS: US: 2,697, CAN: 213, INTL: 2,591, CO: 570

COST: $272.9K-$989.4K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza

Take-and-bake pizza

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 1,073, CAN: 15, INTL: 20, CO: 12

COST: $367.2K-$670.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$125K liquid

Pizza Factory ● Pizza, pasta, wings, sandwiches, salads

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 112, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $323K-$740K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Pizza House ● Pizza catering

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $48.7K-$73.9K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Pizza Hut ● Pizza, pasta, wings

BEGAN: 1958, FRANCHISING: 1959

UNITS: US: 5,300, CAN: 0, INTL: 13,291, CO: 7

COST: $412K-$2.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$350K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Pizza Ranch

Pizza, chicken, salad bar, buffet

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 215, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $1.9M-$4.95M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$400K liquid

Pizza Schmizza Pizza

BEGAN: 1993, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $203.5K-$591.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$250K liquid

Rosati’s Pizza Pizza, Italian food

BEGAN: 1964, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 127, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $147.2K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$80K liquid

Round Table Pizza Pizza, wings, salads

BEGAN: 1959, FRANCHISING: 1962

UNITS: US: 397, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 1

COST: $879.1K-$1.3M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Sarpino’s Pizzeria Pizza, calzones, wings, appetizers, salads

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 42, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $395.5K-$582K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

Sbarro ● Pizza, pasta, stromboli

BEGAN: 1956, FRANCHISING: 1977

UNITS: US: 216, CAN: 4, INTL: 381, CO: 149

COST: $211.9K-$1M, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

Singas Famous Pizza Pizza, sandwiches, pasta, salads

BEGAN: 1967, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 28, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $257K-$792.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Slice House by Tony Gemignani Pizza

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 17, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $411.3K-$1.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K liquid

Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom Pizza and self-pour beer, wine and mixed cocktails

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $376.6K-$892.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $5M net worth w/$150K liquid

Straw Hat Pizza Pizza

BEGAN: 1959, FRANCHISING: 1969

UNITS: US: 27, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $165.5K-$1.7M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Timber Pizza Co. Pizza, empanadas, salads, desserts, drinks

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $467.5K-$920.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $900K net worth w/$300K liquid

Toppers Pizza Pizza, breadsticks, wings, macaroni and cheese

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 52, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 18 COST: $484.3K-$718.5K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$200K liquid

Veronica’s Brick Oven Pizzeria Pizza

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $365.1K-$568.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Vinny’s Pizza & Wings Pizza, pasta, wings, sandwiches

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $232.3K-$324.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Westside Pizza Pizza

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $214.4K-$569.95K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid Poke

Aloha Poke Co. ● Poke bowls

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019 UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 13 COST: $140.9K-$425.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$125K liquid

Fish & Things Poke Bar Poke bowls and sushi

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $439.1K-$642.6K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$200K liquid

Just Poke ●● Poke, acai bowls, lemonades

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 32, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $186K-$299.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth

LISTINGS

Kaia Bowls

Poke, acai, pitaya, smoothies, chia pudding, oatmeal

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $168.5K-$296.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Koibito Poke Poke bowls

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $273.3K-$577.2K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Oke Poke Poke bowls and burritos

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $273.9K-$752.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Poke I Love You Poke bowls

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $173.2K-$285.7K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Pokemoto

Poke bowls, burritos, salads, boba tea

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $184.5K-$378.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Pokeworks

Poke and Asian fusion bowls

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 61, CAN: 4, INTL: 1, CO: 7

COST: $308.5K-$602.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$350K liquid

Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar ●

Poke bowls, boba tea, soft-serve desserts

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 8

COST: $95K-$300K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

Protein Drinks

Fit Factory Grill & Smoothies ● Protein smoothies, sandwiches, wraps, and meal plans

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $153.7K-$327.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

The Fresh Monkee Protein shakes

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $155.2K-$317.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

Salads

Crisp & Green

Salads, grain bowls, smoothies, healthy food

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 47, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $886K-$1.4M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$1M liquid

Mad Greens

Salads, bowls, wraps

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 23

COST: $591.7K-$912.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.5M net worth w/$500K liquid

Salad House

Salads, soups, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $422.2K-$668.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Salad Station ● Salads, wraps, and soups

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

$201.2K-$582.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Saladworks ● Salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 89, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

$576.6K-$728.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

Salata Salad Kitchen Salads, wraps, soups, teas, lemonades

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 93, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6 $303.5K-$990.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Sandwiches: Philly Cheesesteak

Charleys Cheesesteaks & Wings ● Philly cheesesteaks, fries, wings, lemonade

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 667, CAN: 5, INTL: 63, CO: 57 $202.1K-$935.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$175K liquid

Penn Station East Coast Subs Grilled and cold subs, wraps, salads, fries, lemonade, cookies

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 318, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $507.5K-$858.8K, RTY: to 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$300K liquid

Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks Philly cheesesteaks

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $237K-$488K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Sandwiches: Submarine

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop ● Sandwiches

BEGAN: 1976, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 141, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 14

COST: $422K-$818K, RTY: 6%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Cheba Hut Toasted Subs Toasted sandwiches, salads, chips, brownies, alcohol

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 76, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $631.2K-$2.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $4M net worth w/$2M liquid

Cousins Subs ● Hot/cold subs, salads, soups, shakes, cookies

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 37, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 55

COST: $464.7K-$1.2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Firehouse Subs Subs

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1995

UNITS: US: 1,179, CAN: 85, INTL: 4, CO: 42

COST: $378.7K-$1.4M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

Goodcents

Subs, pastas, meals-to-go

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 64, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $327.8K-$514.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

Groucho’s Deli ● Subs, sandwiches, salads, sauces

BEGAN: 1941, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 29, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $128.2K-$616.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

Jersey Mike’s Subs Subs and Philly cheesesteaks

BEGAN: 1956, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 2,823, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 36

COST: $203.6K-$1.3M, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

Lennys Grill & Subs

Subs, deli sandwiches, Philly cheesesteaks, salads, desserts

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $279.6K-$573.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$175K liquid

Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe

Toasted sandwiches, pizza, salads, soups, cookies

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $410.8K-$897.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K liquid

Port of Subs ●

Subs, wraps, salads, desserts, breakfast, catering

BEGAN: 1972, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 119, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $315.5K-$559.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

PrimoHoagies

Subs

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 117, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $365.5K-$763.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $425K net worth w/$150K liquid

Sub-Ology

Subs, sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $284.6K-$443.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Subway ● Subs, salads

BEGAN: 1965, FRANCHISING: 1974

UNITS: US: 20,133, CAN: 2,865, INTL: 13,457, CO: 0

COST: $238.6K-$536.7K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Sandwiches: Miscellaneous

Arby’s

Sandwiches, fries, shakes

BEGAN: 1964, FRANCHISING: 1965

UNITS: US: 2,316, CAN: 56, INTL: 144, CO: 1,097

COST: $644.95K-$2.5M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Buona ●●

Italian beef sandwiches, burgers, salads, and pasta

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 30

COST: $2.7M-$5.8M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2.5M net worth w/$750K liquid

EggBred

Breakfast sandwiches

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $275K-$499.8K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$100K liquid

Jimmy John’s Sandwiches

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 2,604, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 40

COST: $361.2K-$674.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$200K liquid

McAlister’s Deli Sandwiches, salads, baked potatoes

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 516, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 34

COST: $1.1M-$2.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$425K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Potbelly Sandwich Works

Toasted sandwiches, soups, salads, shakes, desserts

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 84, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 345

COST: $643.5K-$1.2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$300K liquid

Schlotzsky’s

Sandwiches, pizza, soups, salads

BEGAN: 1971, FRANCHISING: 1976

UNITS: US: 284, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 28

COST: $634.2K-$1.9M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Sully’s Steamers

Steamed bagel sandwiches

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $500K-$809.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Togo’s

Sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups

BEGAN: 1971, FRANCHISING: 1977

UNITS: US: 143, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $271.6K-$653K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Trasca and Co Eatery Sandwiches, pizza

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $287.3K-$558.2K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Seafood

Captain D’s Seafood

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1969

UNITS: US: 242, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 295

COST: $898.6K-$1.4M, RTY: 4.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

Cousins Maine Lobster ● Lobster rolls and seafood

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 63, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7 COST: $194K-$968.9K, RTY: 6%/8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

On The Hook Fish and Chips Seafood food trucks

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $384.4K-$1.1M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Smoothies/Juices

Beyond Juicery + Eatery Smoothies, juices, smoothie bowls, wraps, salads, soups

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 44, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $416.2K-$532.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$150K liquid

Clean Juice ● Organic juices, smoothies, acai bowls, wraps, sandwiches, salads, toasts

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 78, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $286K-$542.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$125K liquid

Jamba ● Smoothies, juices, bowls

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 730, CAN: 0, INTL: 59, CO: 1

COST: $242.95K-$1M, RTY: 6%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$120K liquid

Juice It Up!

Smoothies, raw juices, acai bowls

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 89, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $247.1K-$660.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

Kwench Juice Cafe

Raw juices, smoothies, acai bowls

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $89K-$202K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$80K liquid

The Living Root Cafe

Vegan cafes and juiceries

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $210K-$382.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Maha Juice Bar

Juices, smoothies, acai bowls, avocado toast

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $296K-$451K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$130K liquid

Movita Juice Bar

Juices, smoothies, acai bowls, functional beverages

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $275K-$500K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$125K liquid

LISTINGS

Nekter Juice Bar ● Juices, smoothies, acai bowls, nondairy ice cream

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 182, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 31

COST: $246.6K-$640.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$125K liquid

Planet Smoothie Smoothies and snacks

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 158, CAN: 0, INTL: 5, CO: 0

COST: $195.7K-$461.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$90K liquid

Pure Green

Smoothies, cold-pressed juices, acai and pitaya bowls

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

COST: $177.5K-$446.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Robeks Fresh Juices & Smoothies ● Juices, smoothies, bowls, toasts

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 105, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $298.1K-$511.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Sip Fresh

Juices, smoothies, fruit bowls, teas

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $233.7K-$420.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Smoothie Factory + Kitchen ● Smoothies, juices, nutritional supplements, sandwiches, salads, wraps, toasts

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 41, CO: 1 COST: $364.5K-$548K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$125K liquid

Smoothie King Smoothies and smoothie bowls

BEGAN: 1973, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 1,115, CAN: 0, INTL: 97, CO: 65

COST: $346.4K-$1.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$175K liquid

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Smoothies, salads, wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 1,550, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $300K-$720.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$175K liquid

Vara Juice ● Juices, smoothies, fruit bowls

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $251.9K-$647.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K liquid

Teas

Bambu ● Asian dessert drinks, Vietnamese coffee drinks, boba tea, fruit tea, smoothies

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 56, CAN: 2, INTL: 2, CO: 0

COST: $159K-$328K, RTY: 3.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Boba Nation

Bubble tea and other beverages

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $350K-$495.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$50K liquid

Chatime Tea and coffee

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 130, INTL: 1,169, CO: 28

COST: $208.6K-$493.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Fuelify

Energy drinks, milk teas, smoothies, spritzers, freeze dried candy

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $82.5K-$127K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Gong cha ●

Bubble tea

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 231, CAN: 88, INTL: 1,708, CO: 90

COST: $174.5K-$619.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

HTeaO ● Iced tea and coffee

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 120, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $259.9K-$1.98M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

Junbi

Matcha and tea

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $268.8K-$576.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Kung Fu Tea ●●

Bubble tea

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 391, CAN: 3, INTL: 11, CO: 2

COST: $169K-$378K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$250K liquid

Our Matcha Place Matcha, hojicha, coffee

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $233.5K-$326.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Pekoe Tea Bar Tea cafes

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $496K-$855K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Tapioca Express ● Tea and snow-bubble beverages, snacks

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 21, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $147K-$556.8K, RTY: 2.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K liquid

TeaCupFuls Boba Tea Boba tea

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $180K-$380K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

ThirsTea ●

Bubble and milk tea, smoothies, milkshakes

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $213.3K-$291.4K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$75K liquid

Waffles

Press Waffle Co. ● Belgian waffles, coffee, ice cream

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $188.4K-$497.3K, RTY: 2%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

Puffles ● Hong Kong egg waffles and bubble tea

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $139K-$296K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$80K liquid

Miscellaneous

Quick-Service Restaurants

Aww Shucks ●● Fire-roasted corn and potatoes

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $82.5K-$163.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$25K liquid

Churro On Top Churros and milkshakes

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $201K-$450K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Clean Eatz

Healthy food

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 107, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $353.7K-$798K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$200K liquid

ClusterTruck ●

Delivery- and pickup-only restaurants

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $364.5K-$982K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Currito

Grain bowls, wraps, salads, smoothies, shakes

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

COST: $343.5K-$959K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K liquid

D.P. Dough

Calzones, wings, sides, salads, desserts

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 55, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $120.98K-$359.9K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Fat Boy Restaurant Burgers, sandwiches, pizza, chicken wings, sides

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $155K-$255K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Fiiz Drinks

Mixed sodas and snacks

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 62, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $232K-$497K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $75K liquid

Fluffy Fluffy Souffle pancakes and desserts

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 20, INTL: 3, CO: 1 COST: $188.2K-$496.6K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$175K liquid

Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant Jamaican food

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 1996 UNITS: US: 102, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $212.6K-$775.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Gregoire

Sandwiches, salads, quiches, soups, poutines, potato puffs, desserts

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $353.8K-$612.99K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$300K liquid

for Ace’s centennial, though, was its new store concept. It’s called Elevate3 Ace, and it launched in August 2024. Its goal is to create a more digestible experience for customers, with shops emphasizing four categories (paint, power, backyards and barbecue, and home preservation) and also featuring “brand shops” dedicated to the most familiar manufacturers (including Weber, Stihl, and DeWalt). The company plans to invest $1 billion in new and remodeled stores over the next five years, adding 170 to 200 new stores and remodeling 280 to 300 existing stores each year.

CLOSER

LOOK

Your Handyman’s Favorite Brand

Every community needs a great hardware store. If you buy an Ace Hardware franchise, you’ll be the one they turn to. by RACHEL DAVIES

The year 2024 was a memorable one for Ace Hardware: It marked the company’s 100th year in business. Any milestone birthday is an opportunity to regroup, and CEO John Venhuizen guided the retailer co-op to zero in on ways it could better serve its “neighbors,” as the company calls its customers. Some measures might be invisible to anyone

outside the company, but one major change will reshape the way “neighbors” shop across the country.

Ace continued to expand its marketing to bring more customers to the brand. It also increased and improved its associate training—so that once those customers are in the store, the team members can provide them with all the help they need to

accomplish their homeimprovement goals. Ace also worked with FranklinCovey consultants to create a better leadership development program. These updates prepare the company for what Venhuizen sees as the “three battles we must wage to win the retail war. Namely: service, convenience, and quality.”

The most visible change

Better serving the stores’ communities means doing more for franchisees too. For example, the company offers free inventory to stock newly opening stores. “We put our money where our mouth is,” Venhuizen says. By many indications, all this change is making an impact: Digital sales grew by double digits in the past year; more than 87% of Ace customers rated their store with 5 out of 5 stars; and the Elevate3 Ace pilots have shown a significant improvement in customer satisfaction. That propelled the brand into our annual Franchise 500’s Top 10 for the third year in a row, and clinched its 10th consecutive year as No. 1 in its category.

“Turns out, serving your neighbors well never goes out of style, nor does it become void of opportunity,” Venhuizen says. “We feel blessed to be in the business of serving others.”

LISTINGS

Jamaican Patty ●● Jamaican food

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $152.6K-$257.5K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Jars by Fabio Viviani

Desserts in a jar, coffee

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $208.95K-$644.95K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Kale Me Crazy Smoothies, juices, salads, wraps, toasts, bowls

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 20, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $324.8K-$642.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$100K liquid

Konala Protein bowls and salads

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $382K-$799K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Modern Market Eatery

Healthful food

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 22

COST: $928.5K-$1.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $4M net worth w/$1.5M liquid

Naf Naf Grill

Middle Eastern food

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 21

COST: $494.3K-$813.7K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1.8M net worth w/$600K liquid

Newk’s Eatery

Sandwiches, salads, soups, pizzas, desserts

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 65, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 29

COST: $1.1M-$1.4M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $3M net worth w/$1.5M liquid

New York Fries

Fries, poutine, hot dogs

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 91, INTL: 11, CO: 26

COST: $450K-$1.2M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $540K net worth w/$180K liquid

North South Grill

Subs, burgers, chicken tenders, gyros

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $226.6K-$439.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Rocky Mountain Wraps ●●● Pita wraps, breakfast burritos, salads, soups, wings

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $48.6K-$281.3K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Sabor Venezolano ● Venezuelan food

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10

COST: $240.3K-$441K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Soulful Street Bites ● Soul food

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $241.7K-$575K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Toastique

Toast-style meals, fruit bowls, juices, smoothies

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 38, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $370.1K-$846.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Vicious Biscuit

Biscuits and brunch

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7

COST: $750.8K-$1.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Virgin Island Thyme

Caribbean food and beverages

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $285.5K-$446.3K, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Candy

Kilwins

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Chocolates, fudge, ice cream

BEGAN: 1947, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 163, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $239.3K-$870.1K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$125K liquid

Peterbrooke Chocolatier Chocolates, candy, gelato, frozen yogurt, baked goods

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 20, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $288.2K-$414.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

River Street Sweets Candy and confections

BEGAN: 1973, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7 COST: $450K-$978K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

The Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shops Candy, soda, and gift stores

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 102, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $125.9K-$274.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $60K liquid

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory ● Chocolates, confections

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 143, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 2

COST: $267.1K-$824.9K, RTY: 4%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Top This Chocolate Made-to-order chocolate bars

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $337.3K-$533.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

FOOD: RETAIL SALES

Butcher Shops

Bar-B-Q Boutique

Uncooked and cooked meats, marinades, spices

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $310.8K-$451.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Southern Steer Butcher

Butcher shops and groceries

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $428.7K-$722.7K, RTY: 5%-3%

FINANCING: Yes

Wine

The Good Pour Retail wine and spirits

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $350K-$2.3M, RTY: 3%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Waters Edge Wineries Micro-wineries

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 12, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $519.1K-$1.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$250K liquid

WineStyles Tasting Station

Wine bars, wine and craft beer retail sales, food, events, wine club memberships

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $298K-$609.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $600K net worth w/$225.5K liquid

Miscellaneous Food/ Beverage Businesses

Beef Jerky Experience

Jerky, sausages, specialty foods and beverages

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 74, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $196.8K-$407.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$125K liquid

Farm Stores

Drive-up bakeries/grocery stores/cafes

BEGAN: 1957, FRANCHISING: 2015 UNITS: US: 41, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $145.4K-$943.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Graze Craze

Charcuterie boards and boxes

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 69, CAN: 1, INTL: 1, CO: 1 COST: $162.5K-$294.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

The Honey Baked Ham Co. Retail specialty foods, catering, cafes

BEGAN: 1957, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 214, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 229

COST: $448.6K-$858.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$100K liquid

Lean Kitchen Company

Healthy prepared meals, beverages, nutritional supplements

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 34, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $151.5K-$441.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

Meals of Hope ● Meal-packing events

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $61.1K-$71.9K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$15K liquid

Nothing Bundt Cakes Bundt cakes and gifts

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 590, CAN: 5, INTL: 0, CO: 17

COST: $585K-$1.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

THE GLOBAL LEADER IN ESCAPE ROOMS

LISTINGS

The Popcorner

Gourmet popcorn, fudge, treats

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $324.4K-$491.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

The Spice & Tea Exchange

Spices, teas, salts, sweeteners, olive oils, honeys, soy candles

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 91, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $233.7K-$487.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $97K liquid

Totally Nutz ●●

Cinnamon-glazed almonds, pecans, and cashews

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 18

COST: $66.4K-$229K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$25K liquid

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Assisted Stretching

iFlex Stretch Studios

Assisted stretching

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $172.4K-$297.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

StretchLab

Assisted stretching

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 472, CAN: 8, INTL: 34, CO: 0

COST: $156.2K-$386.1K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

StretchMed

Assisted stretching

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 34, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $77.7K-$206.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Stretch Zone

Assisted stretching

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 381, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $133.8K-$241.1K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

The Vital Stretch Assisted stretching

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $168.95K-$291.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

Autism Services

Changing the Spectrum ABA therapy

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $112.5K-$206.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Essential Speech and ABA Therapy

ABA, speech, and occupational therapy for children 18 months to 6 years diagnosed with autism

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $267.5K-$698.8K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$75K liquid

RCG Behavioral Health Therapy services for children on the autism spectrum

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $284.1K-$588.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K liquid

Success on the Spectrum Autism treatment services for children and young adults

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 68, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $320.5K-$848.2K, RTY: to 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Chiropractic Services

AlignLife Chiropractic & Natural Health Centers

Chiropractic and natural health services

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $227.8K-$595.7K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

FreeForm Chiropractic

Chiropractic services

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $376.7K-$596.7K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

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Junk King

Junk King is a junk removal service that recycles up to 60% of the items it collects. Vice President of Operations Amy Davis shares three things she’s excited about this year.

1 ▶ Fueling growth through national accounts!

Junk King is strategically expanding within our current national account partnerships to drive organic growth. By broadening our service reach and strengthening ties with trusted brands, we’re accelerating scalable expansion while minimizing customer acquisition costs for franchisees.

2 ▶ Transforming service excellence into strategic advantage!

Through consistent execution, clear communication, and dedicated franchise owner support, we’re turning exceptional service into a growth engine— enhancing visibility, building loyalty, and making Junk King the easiest for customers to work with.

3 ▶ Celebrating 20 years as the king! 2025 marks two decades of leadership in the junk removal industry. This milestone is a celebration of operational excellence, sustainability, and a commitment to serving our communities and franchisees.

HealthSource America’s Chiropractor

Chiropractic, rehabilitation, spinal decompression, laser therapy, and wellness services and products

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 144, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $118.1K-$541.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

The Joint Chiropractic Chiropractic services

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 837, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 127 COST: $254.3K-$520.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

NuSpine Chiropractic Chiropractic services

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 33, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $175.5K-$550.3K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

100% Chiropractic Chiropractic services, massage therapy, strech therapy, nutritional supplements

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 111, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 13

COST: $339.7K-$814.5K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Eye Care

Eye & I Eyecare Eye care and eyewear

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $348.95K-$670.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

Pearle Vision Eye care and eyewear

BEGAN: 1961, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 444, CAN: 12, INTL: 4, CO: 106

COST: $71K-$1.3M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Fitness (General)

Alloy Personal Training

Small-group personal training

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 51, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $213.4K-$528.1K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $325K net worth w/$135K liquid

Anytime Fitness ● Fitness centers

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2002

UNITS: US: 2,298, CAN: 235, INTL: 2,728, CO: 12

COST: $397.5K-$973.1K, RTY: $799/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Athletic Republic

Sports performance training and fitness

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 41, CAN: 1, INTL: 4, CO: 0

COST: $297.5K-$658.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Basecamp Fitness Fitness studios

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 5

COST: $535.6K-$853.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

Body Fit Training

Group strength training

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 39, CAN: 1, INTL: 265, CO: 0

COST: $328.3K-$519.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Body20

Personal training using electrical muscle stimulation

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 58, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $392.8K-$657.2K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $650K net worth w/$150K liquid

Burn Boot Camp Gyms

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 345, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10

COST: $249.4K-$573.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

The Camp Transformation Center

Fitness/weight-loss services

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 87, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $351.4K-$474.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Crunch Fitness centers

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 364, CAN: 29, INTL: 30, CO: 35

COST: $918K-$6.7M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$400K liquid

CycleBar Indoor cycling classes

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 206, CAN: 3, INTL: 9, CO: 0

COST: $337.7K-$511.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Discover Strength

Strength training

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 12, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 8

COST: $463K-$877K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

D1 Training

Athletic training and fitness programs

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 115, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $161.8K-$711.1K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Elect Wellness ●●

In-home personal training, nutrition coaching, and health education

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $30.7K-$87K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$40K liquid

Epic Health and Fitness Fitness centers

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $284.5K-$699.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth

The Exercise Coach Personal training

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 214, CAN: 0, INTL: 40, CO: 0

COST: $161.7K-$382.99K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

F45 Training

Fitness studios

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 782, CAN: 0, INTL: 797, CO: 4

COST: $294.2K-$719.1K, RTY: 7%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K liquid

Fit4Mom ●●

Prenatal and postnatal fitness and wellness programs for mothers

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 211, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $2.7K-$28.7K, RTY: 4%-5%

FINANCING: No

Get Fit Prescott

Digital fitness coaching and personal training

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $261.6K-$524.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Get In Shape For Women Small-group fitness and personal training for women

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 18, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $105.4K-$194.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Gold’s Gym Health and fitness centers

BEGAN: 1965, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 156, CAN: 12, INTL: 370, CO: 52

COST: $1.8M-$4.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$400K liquid

The Gravity Vault Indoor rock-climbing gyms

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $1.2M-$3.3M, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$300K liquid

GYMGUYZ ● In-home and on-site personal training

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 136, CAN: 1, INTL: 35, CO: 3 COST: $92.1K-$174K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Hotworx 24-hour infrared sauna fitness studios

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 758, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 7 COST: $252.2K-$1.2M, RTY: $595/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$80K liquid

Hydrogen Fitness ● Fitness clubs

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $474K-$2.8M, RTY: 4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$500K liquid

Infinity, beyond fitness Health and wellness centers

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $490K-$950K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Iron 24 24-hour gyms

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 7, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $201.1K-$480.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K liquid

ISI Elite Training Group fitness

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 41, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $396.6K-$681.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$200K liquid

Jazzercise ● Dance fitness classes

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 5,329, CAN: 121, INTL: 1,689, CO: 2

COST: $2.1K-$40.7K, RTY: 20%

FINANCING: No

Level 5 Fitness Fitness centers

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $108.3K-$207.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

LISTINGS

Madabolic Group strength training

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 35, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $297.5K-$602.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Moms on the Run ●● Fitness programs for women

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 20, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 16

COST: $13.9K-$21.1K, RTY: $195+/mo.

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $15K liquid

Ohm Fitness

Group fitness training using electro muscle stimulation

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $337.5K-$885K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$500K liquid

Orangetheory Fitness

Heart-rate-based group interval workout classes

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 1,306, CAN: 104, INTL: 79, CO: 15

COST: $729.4K-$1.6M, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Planet Fitness Fitness clubs

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 2,230, CAN: 76, INTL: 52, CO: 259

COST: $1.5M-$5.2M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $3M net worth w/$1.5M liquid

Powerflex Gym Fitness training facilities

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $193.1K-$314.8K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Pure Fitness Fitness clubs

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 20, CO: 596

COST: $399.5K-$2.97M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$500K liquid

Pvolve

Functional fitness training studios

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $392.95K-$892.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$200K liquid

Retro Fitness Health clubs

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 92, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $1.4M-$2.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$500K liquid

Row House

Indoor rowing classes

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $360.9K-$586.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Self Made Training Facility

Private personal training and supplement sales

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 22, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $382.9K-$1.2M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Snap Fitness

24-hour fitness centers

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 494, CAN: 27, INTL: 448, CO: 25

COST: $430.8K-$1.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$250K liquid

Special Strong ●

Adaptive fitness for individuals with physical, mental, and cognitive challenges

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 18, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $85K-$102.8K, RTY: 7%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Spenga

Fitness studios

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $435.9K-$823.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Strive 11 Fitness

Full-body group fitness

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $150.5K-$324K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Sweat440

Fitness studios

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $277.9K-$681.1K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Vanguard Key Clubs Fitness centers

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $207.4K-$527.7K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Victress MVMT

Women’s strength training

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $366.3K-$539.6K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

W.O.L.F. Fitness Gyms

Fitness centers

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $406.2K-$1.2M, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$35K liquid

Workout Anytime 24/7 24-hour gyms

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 192, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 0

COST: $626.4K-$1.3M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Fitness: Barre

The Bar Method Barre fitness studios

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 73, CAN: 3, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $355.4K-$511.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

Barre3

Fitness centers

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 144, CAN: 1, INTL: 4, CO: 5

COST: $277K-$552.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Neighborhood Barre Barre fitness classes, apparel, merchandise

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 21, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $89.5K-$261K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $20K liquid

Pure Barre

Barre fitness classes and apparel

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 628, CAN: 3, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $265.3K-$418.98K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Fitness: Boxing/Kickboxing

Mayweather Boxing + Fitness

Boxing and functional-training programs and personal training

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 51, CAN: 0, INTL: 2, CO: 2

COST: $347K-$659.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

RockBox Fitness

Boxing, kickboxing, and functional strength training fitness studios

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 41, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $388.4K-$622.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Rumble Boxing

Boxing fitness studios

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 82, CAN: 0, INTL: 16, CO: 1 COST: $370.8K-$566.7K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

30 Minute Hit

Boxing/kickboxing circuit-training programs for women

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 50, INTL: 2, CO: 0

COST: $134.4K-$332.95K, RTY: $500-$900/ mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $45K net worth w/$45K liquid

Fitness: Pilates

Bodybar Pilates Reformer Pilates studios

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 39, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $281.6K-$814.7K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $550K net worth w/$150K liquid

Club Pilates Reformer Pilates classes

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 946, CAN: 35, INTL: 101, CO: 0 COST: $196.5K-$458.6K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

The Daily Pilates ● Pilates studios

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $318.1K-$630K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

Fitness: Yoga

The Daily Sweat Heated yoga and barre classes

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $200.6K-$369.6K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

YogaSix Yoga studios

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 200, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $399.4K-$462.1K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Hearing Care

Coates Hearing Clinic Audiology clinics

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $167.4K-$392K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

lar delivers results across our boutiques.”

The company also built a new website with AI integration, to give customers a smoother digital experience.

Of course, offerings also continue to evolve inside the boutiques, says cofounder and chief creative officer Gara Post.

“We are constantly researching and expanding our menu of massages and enhancements, launching gliding cupping [using silicone cups to glide over the skin and relieve muscle tension] at locations nationwide in 2023, in addition to service integration partnerships with best-in-class brands like Ouai, Summer Fridays, Rare Beauty, and more,” Post says. “These partnerships have become essential to our marketing strategy and service innovation.”

CLOSER LOOK

A Very Feel-Good Franchise

Love helping people feel good? The Now Massage is a franchise on the rise, and worth looking at now. by KIM KAVIN

When Jason and Gara Post opened their first Now Massage boutique in 2015 in West Hollywood, California, the couple envisioned a membership-based concept with customizable services, so that massages could become a convenient part of guests’ and members’ monthly routines.

The Now Massage began

franchising in 2019, and reached our annual Franchise 500 ranking for the first time in 2025—debuting strongly at No. 306. The Now has 81 boutiques open across the United States, with more than 170 locations in development. Average gross revenue of all franchises open more than a year from July 2024 to June 2025 was $1.3 million.

One initiative that helped

drive that growth in the past year is better digital marketing, says Jeff Platt, president of The Now.

“We developed an in-house agency team that optimizes ad spend across our franchise network,” Platt says. “This approach enables us to shift strategies in real time on platforms like Meta, driving more bookings and ensuring each marketing dol-

For 2025, The Now is also launching a loyalty program, and investing in resources to empower franchisees as they build their teams at every level. The company is seeking to sign franchise agreements for locations including Boston, various markets in New Jersey, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. The ideal franchise owner is a multi-unit operator.

“Service innovation will remain a key focus as we aim to have 100 locations operating by the end of 2025,” Platt says. “We will diversify our offerings by testing innovative new enhancements and services designed to attract first-time guests while inspiring excitement among our team members, existing guests, and members.”

LISTINGS

Miracle-Ear Hearing aids

BEGAN: 1948, FRANCHISING: 1983

UNITS: US: 1,212, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 379

COST: $119.5K-$352.5K, RTY: $48.80/aid

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$25K liquid

IV Therapy

The DripBar ● IV vitamin therapy

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 99, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $147.1K-$415.2K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$125K liquid

Hydrate IV Bar IV therapy spas

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 12, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $238.1K-$454K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$125K liquid

The IV Hub Wellness ● Medical weight loss, IV hydration, vitamin injections

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $65.9K-$121.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Prime IV Hydration & Wellness IV therapy, nutrient injections, NAD+ infusions, peptide therapy, and wellness plans

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 133, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $164.5K-$610.1K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$150K liquid

Revival IV Lounge

Vitamin IV therapy and injections

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7 COST: $160.8K-$270.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $125K liquid

Vital Care Infusion Services

Infusion drugs, supplies, and equipment, infusion nursing, and related services

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1986

UNITS: US: 97, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $545.9K-$1M, RTY: 3%-19%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $150K liquid

Mental Health Services

Ellie Mental Health

Outpatient mental health services

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 252, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 24 COST: $290.3K-$508.9K, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$200K liquid

Lifeologie Counseling

Mental-health therapy services

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $125.5K-$329.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Mobility Solutions

GreenLight Mobility

Mobility equipment and home modifications for safety and accessibility

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $160.9K-$287K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$120K liquid

Next Day Access

Wheelchair ramps, grab bars, stairlifts, and other accessibility and mobility products

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $176.2K-$352.1K, RTY: 5%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

101 Mobility

Mobility and accessibility equipment sales and services

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 177, CAN: 11, INTL: 0, CO: 16

COST: $181.9K-$258.6K, RTY: 7%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$100K liquid

Physical Therapy

ApexNetwork Physical Therapy

Physical therapy

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 26, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 63

COST: $192.9K-$447.95K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Fyzical Therapy & Balance

Centers

Physical therapy, balance and vestibular therapy, preventive wellness services

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 535, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 60

COST: $145.8K-$509K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $650K net worth w/$225K liquid

Pelvic Therapy

Physical therapy and related services

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $96.9K-$160.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Physical Therapy Now

Physical therapy

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 38, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $183.9K-$308.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Physt Mobile Therapy ● Mobile physical rehabilitation services

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $54.6K-$100.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Vitamins

The B12 Store

Vitamin injections

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 50, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $81.1K-$223.2K, RTY: $1.5K/mo.

FINANCING: No

NutritionHQ.

Health, weight-loss, and sports nutrition supplements and related products

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $194.5K-$297.5K, RTY: $300+/wk.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$30K liquid

Weight-Loss

Services

Avanti Body

Weight-loss, wellness, and self-care services

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $295.2K-$588.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Lindora

Medically guided weight management programs

BEGAN: 1971, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $272.4K-$491.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$200K liquid

Medi-Weightloss

Medical weight-loss and wellness programs

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 87, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 17

COST: $207K-$435K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$300K liquid

Miscellaneous Health Products

The Good Feet Store

Arch supports, related products

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 238, CAN: 0, INTL: 16, CO: 21

COST: $255.5K-$595K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Sunmed - Your CBD Store

CBD stores

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 221, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10

COST: $95.8K-$151.1K, RTY: 2%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$80K liquid

Miscellaneous Health Services

American Family Care

Urgent care/primary care centers

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 293, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $1.2M-$1.8M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.2M net worth w/$750K liquid

Anderson Longevity Clinic Personalized medical care

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $173.5K-$309.3K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$120K liquid

Collaborative Anesthesia Partners

Anesthesia and pain management and delivery

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $110.2K-$226.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Connolly Care ● Home health care services

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $125.8K-$197.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

GameDay Men’s Health Men’s hormone replacement therapy and wellness services

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 103, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $227.1K-$386.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $450K net worth w/$200K liquid

MD Hyperbaric Hyperbaric services

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $333.6K-$549.2K, RTY: 10% FINANCING: Yes

MediPlus Clinic Medical clinics

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $584.5K-$919K, RTY: 3%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QC Kinetix

Regenerative medicine and nonsurgical pain management therapies

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 180, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 13 COST: $250.1K-$600.1K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Serotonin Anti-Aging Centers

Health optimization and anti-aging services

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $665.6K-$1.4M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.4M net worth w/$300K liquid

Angelina Italian Bakery

Born in Manhattan

Built for the World

Angelina Italian Bakery is a franchising group based in Manhattan, New York founded in 2018, operating corporate stores, franchise stores, and real estate, along with its own baking factories. Since opening its first storefront in 2018, it has grown into a beloved bakery brand in New York City and beyond — now franchising across the Northeast United States with a bold mission: To share the Italian art of baking with the rest of the world.

Angelina Italian Bakery isn’t your average coffee and pastry shop. A full-day bakery concept offering exceptionally handcrafted pastries and breads made from cherished family recipes passed down through generations and prepared by skilled Italian pastry chefs. The bakery also serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring signature bomboloni, focaccia, and contemporary pizzas. Guests can enjoy a curated espresso and beverage program, along with exclusive retail merchandise developed in collaboration with I LOVE NY, perfect for souvenirs and gift-giving.

MAKING

HEADLINES & BOMBOLONES

Over the years, Angelina Italian Bakery has risen to become a standout name, earning the #1 spot on Tripadvisor, Yelp, and Google Praised by the New York Times for its signature Cheese Focaccia—”so nice, you’ll eat it twice”—the bakery has captured the attention (and appetites) of locals and tourists alike. Its beloved Nutella Bombolone was named the #1 Greatest Bombolone in America, a title that reflects their passion for blending traditional Italian recipes with modern flair. With features in The New York Post, Forbes, NBC 4, ABC 7, Fox 5, Eater, and more, Angelina Italian Bakery is a brand that’s becoming synonymous with Italian excellence in the heart of NYC.

As of 2025,Angelina Italian Bakery operates in 9 locations in Manhattan, including Hell’s Kitchen, Times Square, Grand Central, Nomad, Upper East Side, Herald Square, Lenox Hill, and one in Fort Lee NJ.

As of 2025, Italian operates in 9 locations in Manhattan, Hell’s Kitchen, Times Square, Grand Central, Nomad, East Side, Herald Lenox Hill, one NJ

New stores are coming soon to Columbus Circle, NY, Union Square, NY, and Boston, MA (across Berklee School of Music), with more prime locations in the pipeline: Princeton and New Brunswick (NJ), Staten Island, Long Island, Queens, and New Haven (CT, near Yale University).Anew commissary kitchen will be opening in Fairview, NJ soon to fuel further expansion in New Jersey, Boston, Connecticut, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

New stores are soon to Columbus Union and (across Berklee School of Muwith more locations in the Princeton and New Brunswick Staten Island, Long Island, Queens, and New Haven near Yale University) A new commissary kitchen will in Fairview, NJ soon to fuel further in New Jersey, Boston, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania

LISTINGS

Fencing

Stand Strong Fencing ● Fencing, railing, staining, and sealing

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $160.6K-$226.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

Superior Fence & Rail Fence sales and installation

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 295, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $130.5K-$206.8K, RTY: 6%-4%

Flooring

Floor Coverings International Flooring

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1989

UNITS: US: 265, CAN: 8, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $180.4K-$243.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

ProSource Wholesale Wholesale kitchen, bath, and flooring products

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 144, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 3 COST: $955.5K-$971.7K, RTY: 3%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$300K liquid

Tile Liquidators Floor & Design Flooring stores

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $79.7K-$167.2K, RTY: $1.8K/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

Home Technology Installation

Daisy ● Smart home technology installation and maintenance

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 5, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $36.5K-$308.5K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

Level Up Automation ●

Design and installation of commercial and residential technology modifications and integrations

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2021 UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $51.8K-$68.2K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

SaaviHome ●

Smart home and home automation services

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $169.1K-$274.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Insulation

iFoam

Insulation services

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 35, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $267.5K-$353.7K, RTY: 8.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$116.3K liquid

The Garage Floor Company ●

Garage floor coatings and storage

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $144K-$279.4K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Wise Coatings ●● Floor coatings

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 33, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $102.96K-$122K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Top Rail Fence ● Residential and commercial fencing

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 166, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $112.9K-$213.4K, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Koala Insulation ● Insulation services

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 447, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $183.8K-$219.4K, RTY: 6.5%-3.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Spray Foam Genie ● Spray foam insulation services

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 38, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $323.5K-$545.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

USA Insulation

Home insulation and energy-efficient products

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 126, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $299.5K-$470K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Interior Design

Decorating Den Interiors ●● Interior design and decorating services and products

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1970

UNITS: US: 222, CAN: 13, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $43.8K-$70.4K, RTY: 7%-9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$40K liquid

Linden Creek

Home staging and interior design

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $199K-$299K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Kitchen/Bath Remodeling

Bath Tune-Up ● Bathroom remodeling

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 47, CAN: 5, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $104.9K-$158.9K, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$68.9K liquid

Cabinet IQ

Residential cabinet and countertop design and installation

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 29, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $298.4K-$454.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$75K liquid

The Designery

Kitchen, bath, and closet design services

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $156.1K-$387.1K, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$200K liquid

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen

Kitchen, bath, and interior remodeling

BEGAN: 1971, FRANCHISING: 1972

UNITS: US: 43, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $235K-$507.2K, RTY: 7%-3%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Five Star Bath Solutions ● Bathroom remodeling

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 256, CAN: 15, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $162K-$293.5K, RTY: 6%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Get A Grip Resurfacing ●●● Countertop, cabinet, tub, tile, and shower resurfacing; fiberglass repair

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 23, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $48.6K-$97.7K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Granite and Trend Transformations

Home remodeling

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 41, CAN: 0, INTL: 17, CO: 3

COST: $196.4K-$325.8K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$20K liquid

Home Improvement Express ● Handyman services; kitchen and bathroom remodeling

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $108K-$140K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$100K liquid

Kitchen Solvers ● Kitchen and bath remodeling, design, and installation

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 53, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $98.8K-$134.9K, RTY: 2.5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$60K liquid

Kitchen Tune-Up ● Kitchen and cabinetry remodeling

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 270, CAN: 13, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $129.9K-$188.9K, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$81.9K liquid

Miracle Method Surface Refinishing

Kitchen and bathroom surface refinishing

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 202, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $101.95K-$147.1K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$45K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

N-Hance Wood Refinishing ● Cabinet and floor refinishing and color changes, cabinet door replacement, organizational solutions

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 281, CAN: 57, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $70.7K-$194.99K, RTY: $226-$850/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $70K net worth w/$50K liquid

Re-Bath

Bathroom remodeling

BEGAN: 1978, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 140, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $276.3K-$609.6K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Simply Cabinetry

Cabinetry design and sales

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $294.7K-$378.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Surface Experts ●

Interior hard surface repairs

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 80, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $140.8K-$227.5K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$25K liquid

Surface Specialists ●●

Bathtub repair and refinishing, tub liners, bath remodeling

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1982

UNITS: US: 48, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $43.2K-$56K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$25K liquid

Lighting Services

Blingle! ●

Holiday, landscape, patio, permanent, and event lighting

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $177.4K-$243.5K, RTY: $1.5K-$2K/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$60K liquid

The Decor Group/Christmas Decor ● Holiday, event, landscape, and permanent architectural lighting

BEGAN: 1984, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 244, CAN: 18, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $31.8K-$236.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives

Residential landscape, architectural, holiday, and hospitality lighting

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 134, CAN: 3, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $99.7K-$214.2K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Wonderly Lights ● Holiday and exterior lighting services

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $123.6K-$142.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$75K liquid

Organization/Storage Systems

Closet & Storage Concepts/More Space Place

Residential/commercial closet and storage systems; Murphy beds

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 35, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $112.6K-$621.1K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Closet Factory

Custom closet and storage systems

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 78, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $344.5K-$611.5K, RTY: 6.75%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$350K liquid

Closets By Design

Custom closet and home/office organization systems

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 79, CAN: 6, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $154K-$511K, RTY: 7.25%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$200K liquid

GarageExperts

Epoxy and polyaspartic floor coatings, garage cabinets, organization products

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 103, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $102.9K-$198.7K, RTY: $500-$1.8K/mo. FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$65K liquid

Garage Living Garage renovation products and services

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 43, CAN: 5, INTL: 2, CO: 1

COST: $233.3K-$316.5K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid Kitchen Wise & Closet Wise ● Home organization solutions

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $108.1K-$147K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

LISTINGS

PremierGarage

Garage organizing units, storage, and flooring

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 155, CAN: 13, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $185.2K-$298.7K, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$141.2K liquid

ShelfGenie ●●

Custom pull-out shelving for cabinets and pantries

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 276, CAN: 20, INTL: 0, CO: 17

COST: $45.3K-$137.1K, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

The Tailored Closet Home organization and storage solutions

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 152, CAN: 13, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $155.2K-$268.7K, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$111.2K liquid

Up Closets ● Custom closets and home organization services

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 93, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $71.4K-$218K, RTY: $1K-$4K/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Outdoor Space Construction/Remodeling

Oak Wells Aquatics ● Residential and commercial swimming pool construction and remodeling

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $78.7K-$158.9K, RTY: 3.5%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

Archadeck Outdoor Living Outdoor living space design and construction

BEGAN: 1980, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 91, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $120.4K-$139.3K, RTY: 6.5%-3.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$30K liquid

Premier Pools & Spas ● Residential pool construction

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 128, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $58.95K-$119K, RTY: 3.5%-4%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Sam the Concrete Man ● Residential and commercial concrete services

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 94, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $92.1K-$145.99K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$20K liquid

Softroc ● Rubber safety surfacing

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 30, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $85.1K-$170.5K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Painting

Brush Masters Painting Contractors ● Interior and exterior painting

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $53.9K-$81.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $30K net worth

CertaPro Painters ● Painting, home services, and decorating services

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 275, CAN: 28, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $171K-$320.5K, RTY: 4%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$85K liquid

Five Star Painting ●

Residential and commercial painting

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 246, CAN: 14, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $77.4K-$184.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Fresh Coat Painters ●

Residential and commercial painting

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 178, CAN: 2, INTL: 1, CO: 0

COST: $81.2K-$120.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Groovy Hues ●

Painting, power washing, soft washing, gutter and shutter replacement, carpentry

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $167K-$206.4K, RTY: 8.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

LIME Painting ●

Residential and commercial painting, coatings, and surface restoration

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 84, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $126.7K-$227.1K, RTY: 7%-4%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $125K net worth w/$50K liquid

Paint Corps ●

Commercial and residential painting

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $68.1K-$154K, RTY: 7%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Painter Bros ●

Residential and commercial painting

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 29, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $187.4K-$386.2K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Painter1 ●

Residential and commercial painting

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 49, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $80.3K-$168.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$80K liquid

Paint EZ ●

Residential and commercial painting, drywall repairs, carpentry repairs, concrete coatings, pressure washing, shingle sealing

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 39, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $80.2K-$140.8K, RTY: 6%-4.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$75K liquid

Performance Painting

Residential and commercial painting

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $117.8K-$205.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Richard’s Painting ● Painting

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $60.2K-$109.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Spray-Net ●

Exterior and interior home renovation

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 51, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $175.8K-$236.8K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

That 1 Painter ● Residential and commercial painting and cosmetic repairs

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 105, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $113K-$189K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$35K liquid

360 Painting ● Interior and exterior painting

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 141, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $101.4K-$145K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Roofing

Bumble Roofing ● Roofing

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $163.5K-$260.3K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$60K liquid

CR3 American Exteriors Roofing and exterior remodeling

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 14, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $73K-$188.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Honest Abe Roofing Roofing consultations, installations, and repairs

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 17, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $212.6K-$342.7K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Mighty Dog Roofing ● Residential and commercial roofing services, siding, windows, gutters, and solar

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 111, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $183.9K-$235.9K, RTY: 8.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

Roof It Forward Commercial and residential roofing services

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 8 COST: $63.3K-$125K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

The Roof Resource ● Roof replacement

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 11, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $89.1K-$115.7K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$89.1K liquid

Window Coverings

Bloomin’ Blinds ● Window covering sales, installation, and repairs

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 149, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4 COST: $105.7K-$182.1K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Budget Blinds ●

Window coverings, window film, rugs, accessories

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 1,375, CAN: 122, INTL: 1, CO: 0

COST: $100.5K-$211.3K, RTY: $1.25K-$2.5K/mo. FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$84.5K liquid

LISTINGS

Bumble Bee Blinds ● Installation and repair of blinds, shades, and shutters

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 45, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $163.6K-$196K, RTY: 8.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$75K liquid

Gotcha Covered ● Window treatments

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 153, CAN: 10, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $111.8K-$145.5K, RTY: $350-$2K+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

Made in the Shade ● Window coverings

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 119, CAN: 19, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $74.5K-$101.2K, RTY: 0

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Shoppers Drapes & Blinds Window treatments

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $108.8K-$208K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Windows/Doors

Window Mart Depot

Window and door sales and installation

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $141.2K-$269.9K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Window World

Residential windows, doors, siding, roofing, and other exterior remodeling products

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 213, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $123.4K-$331.2K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $90K liquid

Miscellaneous HomeImprovement Businesses

America’s Color Consultants ●● Paint color consulting

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $14.6K-$44.6K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $15K liquid

Attic Pros ●● Attic and crawlspace services

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $114K-$303K, RTY: 3%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

Boston Iron Works

Custom structural steel

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $179K-$266.3K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Footprints Floors ●

Flooring installation and restoration

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 84, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $79.96K-$114.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

Gatsby Glass

Frameless glass showers, shower doors, glass railings, doors, mirrors, commercial glass partitions and walls

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 28, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $198.2K-$251.2K, RTY: 8.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Ideal Siding ●●

Home siding renovation

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 43, CAN: 24, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $73.5K-$111.8K, RTY: 8%-5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $20K liquid

MrCool

HVAC equipment and service

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $776.1K-$2.1M, RTY: 1%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1.2M net worth w/$350K liquid

Preserve Services ● Multiservice construction management

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $68.4K-$95.6K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Renovation Sells ● Residential presale renovations

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 38, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $79K-$171.5K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$50K liquid

Rock N Block Turf N Hardscapes

● Artificial turf, pavers, and landscape services

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $102.4K-$217K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

UBuildIt

Construction consulting

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 58, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 15

COST: $78.4K-$220.2K, RTY: $2K+/mo.

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $25K liquid

LODGING

Campgrounds

Camp Jellystone Family camping resorts

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1969

UNITS: US: 76, CAN: 3, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $324K-$14.4M, RTY: 4.5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Campgrounds and RV Parks

BEGAN: 1962, FRANCHISING: 1963

UNITS: US: 431, CAN: 27, INTL: 0, CO: 51 COST: $108K-$16.1M, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$500K liquid

Hotels

& Motels

Aloft Hotels Hotels

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 159, CAN: 3, INTL: 27, CO: 46

COST: $13.4M-$36.3M, RTY: 5.5% FINANCING: Yes

AmericInn by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 218, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $295.2K-$10.5M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

Atwell Suites Hotels

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $14.7M-$21.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

avid hotels Hotels

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 69, CAN: 1, INTL: 3, CO: 0

COST: $9.6M-$145.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Baymont by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1974, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 539, CAN: 6, INTL: 1, CO: 0 COST: $215.6K-$10.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Candlewood Suites Hotels

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 376, CAN: 5, INTL: 3, CO: 0 COST: $13.4M-$19.5M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Canopy by Hilton Upper upscale hotels

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 26, CAN: 1, INTL: 14, CO: 0

COST: $63.9M-$141.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Hotels

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1983

UNITS: US: 84, CAN: 6, INTL: 317, CO: 0 COST: $16.7M-$77.8M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Curio Collection by Hilton Upper upscale hotels

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2014 UNITS: US: 83, CAN: 2, INTL: 90, CO: 0 COST: $4.5M-$143.3M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Days Inn by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1970, FRANCHISING: 1972 UNITS: US: 1,257, CAN: 106, INTL: 138, CO: 0 COST: $233.4K-$7.2M, RTY: 5.5% FINANCING: Yes

Dolce by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2015 UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 2, INTL: 11, CO: 0 COST: $413.2K-$50.5M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

DoubleTree by Hilton Upscale hotels and resorts

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1989 UNITS: US: 355, CAN: 22, INTL: 147, CO: 0 COST: $30.5M-$122.5M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $11.5M-$15.3M, RTY: 5%-5.5% FINANCING: Yes

Element by Westin Hotels

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2006 UNITS: US: 78, CAN: 5, INTL: 3, CO: 3 COST: $14.96M-$44.2M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Embassy Suites by Hilton Upper upscale extended-stay hotels

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1984 UNITS: US: 236, CAN: 4, INTL: 6, CO: 0 COST: $50.1M-$82.2M, RTY: 3.5%-5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

A Proven Path to Success

services into one powerful franchise model: Insurance (Auto, Home, Renters, Commercial) and Tax Services. Comprehensive onboarding & training Streamlined daily operations Ongoing, dedicated support

With over 20 years in business, Fiesta has built a proven franchise model. Two

LISTINGS

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Even Hotels Hotels

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 21, CAN: 0, INTL: 10, CO: 0

COST: $16.9M-$25.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Fairfield by Marriott Hotels

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1998

UNITS: US: 1,128, CAN: 31, INTL: 68, CO: 84 COST: $11.7M-$32.8M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

GrandStay Hotels Hotels

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $306.4K-$19.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1M net worth w/$1M liquid

Hampton by Hilton

Upper midscale hotels

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 2,364, CAN: 71, INTL: 605, CO: 0

COST: $15.2M-$25.9M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1986

UNITS: US: 68, CAN: 0, INTL: 7, CO: 0

COST: $316.6K-$14.2M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Hilton Garden Inn

Upscale hotels

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 1990

UNITS: US: 745, CAN: 28, INTL: 252, CO: 0

COST: $21.9M-$32.4M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Hilton Hotels and Resorts

Upper upscale hotels and resorts

BEGAN: 1919, FRANCHISING: 1965

UNITS: US: 184, CAN: 14, INTL: 309, CO: 46

COST: $47.1M-$190.9M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express Hotels

BEGAN: 1952, FRANCHISING: 1954

UNITS: US: 2,844, CAN: 166, INTL: 1,384, CO: 2

COST: $12.5M-$24.1M, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

Home2 Suites by Hilton

Upper midscale extended-stay hotels

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 633, CAN: 11, INTL: 61, CO: 0

COST: $15.7M-$24.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Homewood Suites by Hilton

Upscale extended-stay hotels

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 515, CAN: 23, INTL: 3, CO: 0

COST: $20.8M-$32.5M, RTY: 3.5%-5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Hotel Indigo Hotels

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 68, CAN: 0, INTL: 90, CO: 0 COST: $9.8M-$44.9M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1925, FRANCHISING: 1954

UNITS: US: 143, CAN: 19, INTL: 123, CO: 0 COST: $333.9K-$11.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Hotels

BEGAN: 1946, FRANCHISING: 1946

UNITS: US: 21, CAN: 2, INTL: 197, CO: 4 COST: $102.8M-$147.8M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Hotels

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1981

UNITS: US: 53, CAN: 1, INTL: 17, CO: 4

COST: $65.1M-$91.5M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

La Quinta by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1968, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 899, CAN: 2, INTL: 17, CO: 0

COST: $4.3M-$16.2M, RTY: 5.5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

Microtel by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1987, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 293, CAN: 28, INTL: 42, CO: 0 COST: $7.2M-$9.1M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Motel 6

Economy lodging

BEGAN: 1962, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 1,196, CAN: 32, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $195.3K-$8.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Motto by Hilton Upscale micro-unit hotels

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2018 UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 3, CO: 0 COST: $19.3M-$91.1M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Ramada by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1954, FRANCHISING: 1990 UNITS: US: 279, CAN: 73, INTL: 492, CO: 0 COST: $233.2K-$20.8M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Registry Collection Hotels by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2021 UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 21, CO: 0 COST: $956.3K-$47.1M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

Spark by Hilton Premium economy hotels

BEGAN: 2022, FRANCHISING: 2023 UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 1, CO: 0 COST: $3.1M-$5.4M, RTY: 5.5% FINANCING: Yes

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hotels

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1996 UNITS: US: 532, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 23 COST: $12.5M-$36.6M, RTY: 5.5% FINANCING: Yes

Staybridge Suites Hotels

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 1997 UNITS: US: 283, CAN: 13, INTL: 34, CO: 0 COST: $19.4M-$28.1M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Studio 6

Economy extended-stay lodging

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 1999

UNITS: US: 256, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $197.1K-$9.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Super 8 by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1974, FRANCHISING: 1976 UNITS: US: 1,419, CAN: 119, INTL: 1,125, CO: 0 COST: $270.3K-$6.1M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

CLOSER LOOK

Cleaning Is Their Superpower

Everything gets dirty, which is why the power-washing franchise Rolling Suds is rolling strong—and looking for new franchisees. by KIM KAVIN

The Rolling Suds powerwashing brand began more than three decades ago in Pennsylvania. It started franchising in 2022 and had 47 franchise locations open as of July 2024, landing it on our Franchise 500 for the first time in 2025.

“Last year, we evolved a lot,” says chairman Aaron Harper. “Our systems were

built at the beginning of the year, but we quickly realized we needed to build an executive team of seasoned franchise professionals to support our franchisees. Going from 90 territories sold at the end of 2023 to nearly 250 territories sold by the end of 2024 required us to grow as a team.”

The company focuses more on commercial busi-

ton of power-washers getting in front of these customers. In a lot of ways, it’s a blue ocean.”

For 2025, the plan includes tackling national accounts, with a good portion of franchise owners having operated for at least a year. Harper says he expects to have more than 420 locations nationwide by the end of 2025.

“California is a big target for us,” he says. “We are getting a ton of traction there, selling 20 units in the last 12 months. Other states where we would like to get more franchise owners would be Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Florida, Washington, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, and Oregon, just to name a few.”

He says the ideal franchise owner wants to build a sizable business, has a higher risk tolerance with a more entrepreneurial mind than average franchisees, is well-capitalized, and does not need to take a salary from the business in year one.

nesses than residential, with trucks that can soft-wash four stories from the ground and clean homes in less than 30 minutes.

“We learned that cold outreach is one of the most effective methods of acquiring customers,” Harper says. “People have dirty buildings and homes that need to be cleaned. The industry is so fragmented that there aren’t a

“A few of our operators are multi-brand, multi-unit franchisees who are wellpoised for rollup opportunities within the network as opportunities arise,” he says. “None of our franchise owners are coming in expecting to be part-time out the gate. However, we do not want them out power-washing buildings. They will have two employees hired before training for that. We have a very specific ideal operator: They must be comfortable going out into their community every day to develop relationships to win work.”

LISTINGS

Tapestry Collection by Hilton Upscale hotels

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 110, CAN: 3, INTL: 24, CO: 0 COST: $3.8M-$129.4M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

Tempo by Hilton Upscale hotels

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $23.1M-$57.8M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hotels

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 490, CAN: 21, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $12.4M-$36.6M, RTY: 5.5% FINANCING: Yes

Trademark Collection by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 87, CAN: 16, INTL: 168, CO: 0 COST: $216.5K-$17.1M, RTY: 5.5% FINANCING: Yes

Travelodge by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1939, FRANCHISING: 1966

UNITS: US: 339, CAN: 100, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $218.7K-$10.9M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

Tru by Hilton Midscale hotels

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 262, CAN: 3, INTL: 2, CO: 0 COST: $12.8M-$18.6M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

Tryp by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1975, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 8, CAN: 0, INTL: 46, CO: 0 COST: $1.3M-$32.2M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

Vignette Collection Hotels

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 11, CO: 0 COST: $17.4M-$82.1M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

voco hotels Hotels

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 57, CO: 4 COST: $5.6M-$43M, RTY: 5% FINANCING: Yes

Wingate by Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 1995

UNITS: US: 189, CAN: 8, INTL: 8, CO: 0 COST: $391.9K-$14.9M, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

Wyndham Hotels

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 47, CAN: 2, INTL: 134, CO: 0

COST: $1.8M-$94.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Wyndham Garden Hotels

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 65, CAN: 4, INTL: 93, CO: 0 COST: $448.1K-$18.5M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Wyndham Grand Hotels

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 68, CO: 0

COST: $1.4M-$99.2M, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

MAINTENANCE

Biohazard Cleaning

Bio-One ● Biohazard and decontamination cleaning

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 137, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $134.6K-$221.1K, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$60K liquid

Steri-Clean Biohazard cleaning

BEGAN: 1995, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 58, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $85.8K-$262.7K, RTY: 6%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K liquid

Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning

Chem-Dry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning ●

Carpet, upholstery, wood floor, and area rug cleaning, tile and stone care, granite countertop renewal

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1978

UNITS: US: 1,128, CAN: 43, INTL: 512, CO: 0

COST: $72.1K-$253.9K, RTY: $466/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $70K net worth w/$50K liquid

Heaven’s Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning ●

Carpet, upholstery, tile, and wood floor cleaning

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1983

UNITS: US: 417, CAN: 5, INTL: 1, CO: 0

COST: $55.96K-$110.1K, RTY: $300+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $39K net worth w/$20K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning ● Carpet, upholstery, hardwood floor, tile, and grout cleaning; odor control; home disinfection

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 469, CAN: 6, INTL: 0, CO: 13

COST: $52.8K-$82.8K, RTY: $475/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $46.9K liquid

Stanley Steemer ● Carpet, upholstery, HVAC, and air-duct cleaning; water damage restoration

BEGAN: 1947, FRANCHISING: 1972

UNITS: US: 212, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 57

COST: $147.2K-$427.2K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Zerorez ● Carpet and surface cleaning

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 64, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 17

COST: $244.1K-$516.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $165K liquid

Commercial Cleaning

Anago Cleaning Systems ●● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 1,763, CAN: 110, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $11.3K-$68.3K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $5K net worth w/$1K liquid

Aviva Cleaning Services ● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $87.4K-$134.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Buildingstars ●● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 1,187, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 14

COST: $2.4K-$53.2K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2.2K liquid

City Wide Facility Solutions

Commercial cleaning and facility maintenance

BEGAN: 1961, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 98, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $173.6K-$372K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$150K liquid

Corvus Janitorial Systems ●● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 2,253, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $7.6K-$32.5K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

Coverall ●● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1985

UNITS: US: 5,654, CAN: 503, INTL: 1,364, CO: 0

COST: $17.9K-$62.9K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Enviro-Master Services ● Restroom hygiene, drain line management, window cleaning, power washing, paper and chemical products

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 100, CAN: 9, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $96.3K-$220.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$45K liquid

Executive Image Building Services ●●

Commercial cleaning and building maintenance

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 59, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $39.1K-$83K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $35K liquid

Image One USA ●●

Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 23, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $43.6K-$61.2K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Jan-Pro Cleaning & Disinfecting ●● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 8,768, CAN: 2,265, INTL: 233, CO: 0 COST: $4.8K-$58.1K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

Jantize America ●● Facility services and commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 107, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $8.2K-$49K, RTY: 9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$10K liquid

JDI Cleaning Services ● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1992 UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 170, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $20.1K-$39.9K, RTY: 13%

FINANCING: No

Mint Condition ●● Commercial cleaning, building maintenance

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 428, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $4.6K-$32.4K, RTY: 9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1K liquid

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services ● Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 150, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $80.4K-$126.6K, RTY: 9%

FINANCING: Yes

OpenWorks ●● Commercial cleaning and facility management services

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 1988

UNITS: US: 447, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $4.3K-$134.5K, RTY: 15%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $14.9K liquid

LISTINGS

ServiceMaster Clean

Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1959, FRANCHISING: 1959

UNITS: US: 602, CAN: 82, INTL: 265, CO: 0

COST: $89.8K-$131.2K, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$100K liquid

Stratus Building Solutions ●●

Environmentally friendly commercial cleaning and disinfecting

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 3,552, CAN: 630, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $4.5K-$79.8K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $5K net worth w/$2K liquid

360clean ●●

Commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 69, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $43K-$58.8K, RTY: 7%-14%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Commercial Kitchen Maintenance

Cleanest Restaurant Group ● Restaurant cleaning services

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 10, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $102.7K-$144.2K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$60K liquid

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions ● Commercial kitchen maintenance services

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 344, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $123.6K-$139.3K, RTY: $650+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$35K liquid

Hoodz

Commercial cleaning, maintenance, and repairs

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 126, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $183.8K-$231.99K, RTY: 7%-10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Kitchen Guard

Commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning

BEGAN: 2009, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $173.7K-$308.6K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Dryer Vent Superheroes ● Dryer duct cleaning and repair

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 46, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $71.1K-$212.8K, RTY: $1K-$3K/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Dryer Vent Wizard ● Dryer vent cleaning, replacement, installation, and maintenance

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 160, CAN: 6, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $80.7K-$159.4K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$30K liquid

DryerVentz - DuctVentzWindowZ ●

Dryer vent and air duct inspection, cleaning, and repair

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 15, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $68K-$98K, RTY: 8%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Drywall Repair

The Patch Boys ● Drywall repair

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 290, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $59.4K-$90.4K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $80K net worth w/$50K liquid

PatchMaster ● Drywall repair and installation

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 106, CAN: 3, INTL: 0, CO: 16

COST: $87.4K-$112.9K, RTY: 9%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Electrical Services

Mister Sparky

Residential electrical maintenance, repair, and replacement services

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 187, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $121.3K-$264.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $2M net worth w/$50K liquid

Mr. Electric Electrical services

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1994

UNITS: US: 226, CAN: 8, INTL: 3, CO: 0

COST: $152K-$314.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$65K liquid

Fitness Equipment Maintenance

AES Fitness ● Fitness equipment maintenance and repairs

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $55.95K-$94.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Fitness Machine Technicians (FMT) ●

Exercise equipment maintenance and repairs

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 115, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $66.5K-$127.99K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Garage Door Repair/ Installation

Access Garage Doors ●

Garage door sales, installation, and repairs

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 13, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $55.96K-$105.6K, RTY: 4%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Precision Garage Door Service Residential garage door repair, installation, and service

BEGAN: 1997, FRANCHISING: 1999

UNITS: US: 133, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $145.4K-$317.9K, RTY: 4%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Glass

Repair

Glass Doctor

Auto/residential/commercial glass installation, repair, and replacement

BEGAN: 1962, FRANCHISING: 1977

UNITS: US: 176, CAN: 10, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $152.9K-$317.1K, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

The Glass Guru

Window and glass restoration, repair, and replacement

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 75, CAN: 5, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $126.3K-$219.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $25K liquid

Grout

Care

The Grout Doctor ●● Grout, tile, and stone cleaning, restoration, and maintenance

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 82, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $23.6K-$37.7K, RTY: 9%-6%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $15.9K liquid

The Grout Medic ● Grout and tile cleaning and restoration

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 53, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $97K-$130K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

The Groutsmith ●● Tile and grout restoration

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 49, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $42.5K-$49.4K, RTY: to $1.25K/mo.

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $75K net worth w/$35K liquid

Sir Grout ● Residential hard surface restoration and maintenance

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 71, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $127.4K-$197.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$70K liquid

Home Repair/Handyman Services

Ace Handyman Services

Residential and commercial repairs, restoration, and maintenance

BEGAN: 1998, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 367, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 13

COST: $131.1K-$220.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

Handyman Connection

Home repairs, remodeling

BEGAN: 1990, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 51, CAN: 18, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $105.6K-$224.8K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$105K liquid

House Doctors ● Handyman services and home repairs

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 48, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $101.4K-$145K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Mr. Appliance

Residential and commercial appliance installation and repairs

BEGAN: 1996, FRANCHISING: 1996 UNITS: US: 316, CAN: 12, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $113.8K-$204.4K, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$85K liquid Mr. Handyman

Residential and commercial repair, maintenance, and improvement services

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2000

UNITS: US: 340, CAN: 10, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $123K-$159.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Screenmobile ● Mobile window and door screening and maintenance

BEGAN: 1982, FRANCHISING: 1984

UNITS: US: 138, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $161K-$222.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

LISTINGS

TruBlue Home Service Ally ● Home repairs and maintenance, and home modifications for seniors

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2011

UNITS: US: 99, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $70.1K-$96.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

HVAC/Duct-Cleaning Services

Aire Serv

HVAC services

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 232, CAN: 10, INTL: 3, CO: 0

COST: $107.3K-$253.1K, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Ductz ● Air duct cleaning, HVAC restoration, indoor air quality services

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 67, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 5 COST: $169.6K-$235.9K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $175K net worth w/$100K liquid

Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair ● HVAC and appliance repair

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 53, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $91.7K-$222.8K, RTY: 3%-1.5%

FINANCING: No

Heating + Air Paramedics

Residential heating, air conditioning, and air quality services

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 14, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $124.4K-$309K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Modern Purair ● Indoor air quality services

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 24, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $148.9K-$338.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth

One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

Heating and cooling repairs, replacements, and maintenance; indoor air quality services

BEGAN: 1999, FRANCHISING: 2003

UNITS: US: 390, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 28

COST: $129.1K-$270.4K, RTY: 6%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Lawn & Tree Care

Augusta Lawn Care Services ●● Lawn care and landscaping

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 133, CAN: 9, INTL: 1, CO: 2

COST: $49.5K-$150K, RTY: $1.6K/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K liquid

Canopy Lawn Care ● Lawn care

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 28, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $98.8K-$265.2K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

EcoGreen Lawn Care ● Lawn and pest control treatments

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $162.1K-$191.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $100K liquid

The Grounds Guys

Lawn and landscape design and maintenance

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2010

UNITS: US: 232, CAN: 27, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $88.8K-$234.8K, RTY: 5%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $30K liquid

Heroes Lawn Care

Lawn fertilization and irrigation, pet waste removal, mosquito control, snow removal, landscaping

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 25, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $154.3K-$198.8K, RTY: $1.8K-$2.7K/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$60K liquid

Joshua Tree Experts ● Tree and lawn care, pest control

BEGAN: 2005, FRANCHISING: 2021

UNITS: US: 6, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $460.7K-$597.5K, RTY: 6%-3.5%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Lawn Doctor ● Lawn, tree, and shrub care; mosquito and tick control

BEGAN: 1967, FRANCHISING: 1967

UNITS: US: 660, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $150.1K-$177.1K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$60K liquid

Lawn Pride Lawn care

BEGAN: 1993, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 39, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $153.9K-$249.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Lawn Squad Lawn care

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $121.6K-$159.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

LawnValue ● Landscaping services

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $63.95K-$123.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

Monster Tree Service ● Residential and commercial tree and plant care services

BEGAN: 2006, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 215, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $484.1K-$818.6K, RTY: 3.5%-6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$250K liquid

Spring-Green Lawn Care ● Lawn and tree care, pest control

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1977

UNITS: US: 126, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 30

COST: $117.5K-$134.3K, RTY: 10%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $160K net worth w/$73K liquid

U.S. Lawns

Commercial grounds care

BEGAN: 1986, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 212, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $95.1K-$217.5K, RTY: 4%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Weed Man ● Lawn care

BEGAN: 1970, FRANCHISING: 1976

UNITS: US: 260, CAN: 62, INTL: 0, CO: 33

COST: $80.5K-$107.8K, RTY: 5.5%-6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $60K liquid

Leather & Vinyl Repair

Color Glo ●

Leather, vinyl, fabric, carpet, and surface repair and restoration

BEGAN: 1975, FRANCHISING: 1983

UNITS: US: 70, CAN: 9, INTL: 60, CO: 0

COST: $63.3K-$68.4K, RTY: 4%+

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Creative Colors International ● Upholstery repair and replacement

BEGAN: 1980, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 69, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $101.4K-$122.9K, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Fibrenew ●

Leather, plastic, and vinyl restoration and repair

BEGAN: 1985, FRANCHISING: 1987

UNITS: US: 235, CAN: 59, INTL: 15, CO: 1

COST: $100.6K-$121.8K, RTY: $795+/mo.

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$15K liquid

Odor Control

AeroWest ●●

Odor control, restroom care, hygiene, scent marketing

BEGAN: 1943, FRANCHISING: 1978

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10 COST: $38.2K-$94.3K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$38.2K liquid

Aire-Master ●●

Commercial scent marketing and odor control services

BEGAN: 1958, FRANCHISING: 1976

UNITS: US: 114, CAN: 1, INTL: 0, CO: 7 COST: $45.9K-$171.4K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

● Home-based/mobile option

● Kiosk/express option

● Franchise can be started for less than $50K

Pavement Maintenance

EverLine Coatings and Services ● Parking lot striping and pavement maintenance

BEGAN: 2012, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 92, CAN: 23, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $185K-$319.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$75K liquid

G-Force Parking Lot Striping ●● Pavement marking services

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 48, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $47.8K-$141.3K, RTY: 7%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $20K liquid

Jet-Black/Yellow Dawg Striping ● Pavement maintenance

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 1993

UNITS: US: 126, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $66.1K-$118.6K, RTY: 1%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

SealMaster ● Pavement maintenance products and equipment

BEGAN: 1969, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 42, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $579.8K-$924.5K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $750K net worth w/$250K liquid

Pest

& Wildlife Control

Deer Solution ● Deer repellant services

BEGAN: 1981, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 4, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $84.7K-$133.6K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$100K liquid

Mosquito Authority ●● Mosquito control

BEGAN: 2002, FRANCHISING: 2008

UNITS: US: 549, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $54K-$127.7K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $35K liquid

Mosquito Joe ● Outdoor pest control

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2012

UNITS: US: 440, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $115.6K-$157.5K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Mosquito Shield ● Outdoor pest control

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 435, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $120.5K-$157.95K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$150K liquid

Mosquito Squad ● Outdoor pest control

BEGAN: 2004, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 232, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 14

COST: $164.6K-$220.2K, RTY: 8%-10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

911 Home Helps ● Residential and commercial pest control

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $85K-$181.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

ohDeer ● Natural deer, tick, and mosquito control

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 13, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $116.3K-$143.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

Pest Hunters - Mosquito Hunters & Humbug Holiday Lighting ● Mosquito control, perimeter pest control, and holiday lighting

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 145, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 6

COST: $141.3K-$170.7K, RTY: 10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$60K liquid

Pestmaster ●

Pest and rodent control, wildlife exclusion, vegetation management

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1991

UNITS: US: 61, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 5

COST: $103.9K-$206.3K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Safer Home Services ● Pest control

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 3, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 8

COST: $134.4K-$268.3K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control ●

Humane wildlife removal, pest control, holiday lighting installation, attic restoration

BEGAN: 1989, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 16, CAN: 8, INTL: 0, CO: 26

COST: $102.1K-$251.6K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$75K liquid

Wildlife X Team/X Team Services

● Wildlife management; roofing, siding, painting, and home repair services

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 9

COST: $56.3K-$111.6K, RTY: 8%-6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

Zika X Misting Systems ●● Mosquito misting and cooling systems

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $43.5K-$73.2K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

Pet Waste Removal

Bombs Away! ● Pet waste management

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $51.7K-$113K, RTY: 8%-12%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $36K liquid

DoodyCalls ● Pet waste management

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2004

UNITS: US: 97, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2 COST: $64K-$83.5K, RTY: 7.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

PottyPro ●● Dog waste management

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 1, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $8.3K-$81.5K, RTY: 11%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $1K liquid

Scoop Soldiers ● Pet waste removal

BEGAN: 2010, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 95, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 11

COST: $68.6K-$118.8K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

Plumbing

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

Residential and light commercial plumbing services

BEGAN: 2000, FRANCHISING: 2001

UNITS: US: 332, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 10

COST: $130.4K-$274.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$75K liquid

bluefrog Plumbing + Drain ● Plumbing and drain-cleaning services

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2014

UNITS: US: 37, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $145.4K-$352.3K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

Mr. Rooter Plumbing

Plumbing, drain, and sewer cleaning

BEGAN: 1968, FRANCHISING: 1972

UNITS: US: 231, CAN: 24, INTL: 1, CO: 3

COST: $122.3K-$263.8K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$100K liquid

1-800-Plumber +Air

Plumbing and HVAC services

BEGAN: 1983, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $153.6K-$327K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$150K liquid

1-Tom-Plumber

Emergency plumbing and drain services

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 4

COST: $515.7K-$2.8M, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$100K liquid

RooterMan ●● Plumbing and drain cleaning

BEGAN: 1970, FRANCHISING: 1981

UNITS: US: 653, CAN: 50, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $45.1K-$82.5K, RTY: Varies

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $25K net worth w/$10K liquid

Sewer Inspector ● Residential sewer and drain scopes

BEGAN: 2011, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $84.5K-$109.4K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Z Plumberz ● Plumbing

BEGAN: 2007, FRANCHISING: 2017

UNITS: US: 31, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 7 COST: $236.2K-$398.2K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$100K liquid

Pool Maintenance

ASP-America’s Swimming Pool Company ●

Swimming pool maintenance, repairs, renovations, and construction

BEGAN: 2001, FRANCHISING: 2005

UNITS: US: 387, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $84.4K-$207.4K, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$50K liquid

LWR Pool Care ●

Swimming pool maintenance and repairs

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2025

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $74.3K-$182.8K, RTY: 5%

FINANCING: No

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa

Swimming pool and spa retail; pool and backyard maintenance and repair services

BEGAN: 1974, FRANCHISING: 1976

UNITS: US: 292, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $480.9K-$814.2K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $350K net worth w/$150K liquid

LISTINGS

Pool Scouts ● Pool cleaning and maintenance

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2016

UNITS: US: 69, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $115.4K-$152.9K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$125K liquid

Poolwerx ●

Pool and spa maintenance, service, remodeling, and supplies

BEGAN: 1992, FRANCHISING: 1992

UNITS: US: 72, CAN: 0, INTL: 295, CO: 0

COST: $107.3K-$406.5K, RTY: 7%-5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

Puddle Pool Services ● Residential and commercial pool and spa maintenance

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 16, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $99K-$148.9K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Residential Cleaning

The Cleaning Authority

Residential and commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 1977, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 229, CAN: 6, INTL: 0, CO: 3

COST: $82.5K-$172.7K, RTY: 4%-6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $225K net worth w/$50K liquid

ecomaids ● Environmentally friendly residential and light commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 2008, FRANCHISING: 2009

UNITS: US: 50, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $129.1K-$150.9K, RTY: 6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$60K liquid

The Highland Cleaning Company

Residential and short-term-rental cleaning

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $68.99K-$102.1K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Home Clean Heroes ● Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 2017, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 19, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $112.7K-$196K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Maid Brigade

Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 322, CAN: 55, INTL: 4, CO: 24

COST: $119.2K-$147.9K, RTY: 6.9%-3.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$100K liquid

MaidPro

Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 1991, FRANCHISING: 1997

UNITS: US: 237, CAN: 14, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $109.9K-$158.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$45K liquid

Maid Right ● Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 32, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $103.6K-$147.5K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$50K liquid

The Maids ● Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1981

UNITS: US: 1,441, CAN: 45, INTL: 0, CO: 142

COST: $80.9K-$158.9K, RTY: 6.9%-3.9%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $48.9K liquid

MaidThis Cleaning ●●

Vacation-rental and residential cleaning

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 23, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 2

COST: $49.6K-$67.7K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Merry Maids

Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1980

UNITS: US: 795, CAN: 55, INTL: 842, CO: 0

COST: $126.9K-$165.6K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$50K liquid

Molly Maid

Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 1979, FRANCHISING: 1979

UNITS: US: 456, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $138.3K-$196.2K, RTY: 3%-6.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$65K liquid

TidyTask ●●●

Residential and commercial cleaning and laundry services

BEGAN: 2021, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 2, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $37.3K-$67.6K, RTY: 8%

FINANCING: No

QUALIF: $20K liquid

Tina Maids ●●

Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 14, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $27.7K-$34.9K, RTY: 5.5%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $19.9K net worth w/$19.9K liquid

Two Maids

Residential cleaning

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2013

UNITS: US: 139, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $93.4K-$149.9K, RTY: 4%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $200K net worth w/$61.4K liquid

VepoClean

Residential and commercial cleaning

BEGAN: 2015, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $91.4K-$142.6K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $90K liquid

Restoration

AdvantaClean

Mold removal and remediation and water damage restoration

BEGAN: 1994, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 92, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $116.9K-$197.4K, RTY: 2%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$84.9K liquid

All Dry Services ●

Water and mold remediation and restoration

BEGAN: 2014, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 109, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $105.9K-$311.95K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $250K net worth w/$175K liquid

Best Option Restoration ● Disaster restoration

BEGAN: 2016, FRANCHISING: 2018

UNITS: US: 73, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $185.9K-$230.4K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $50K net worth w/$50K liquid

Big Neck Jeff

Emergency water removal, mold abatement, fire restoration services

BEGAN: 2018, FRANCHISING: 2024

UNITS: US: 0, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $125K-$165K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

Blue Kangaroo Packoutz Contents restoration

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2019

UNITS: US: 136, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1 COST: $298.6K-$596K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid

Content Recovery Specialists

Personal property restoration

BEGAN: 2020, FRANCHISING: 2022

UNITS: US: 65, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 1

COST: $201.3K-$422.7K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $700K net worth w/$150K liquid

DRYmedic Restoration Services Disaster restoration

BEGAN: 1971, FRANCHISING: 1996

UNITS: US: 54, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 22

COST: $187.97K-$311.8K, RTY: 5%-7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $400K net worth w/$75K liquid

FRSTeam ●

Restoration of textiles, electronics, and contents

BEGAN: 1988, FRANCHISING: 2006

UNITS: US: 36, CAN: 2, INTL: 0, CO: 11

COST: $44.4K-$411K, RTY: 6%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $500K net worth w/$100K liquid

Lightspeed Restoration

Residential and commercial water and fire restoration

BEGAN: 2023, FRANCHISING: 2023

UNITS: US: 24, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0

COST: $154.2K-$252.5K, RTY: 5%-8%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$119K liquid

Mold Medics ●

Mold mitigation and indoor environmental health

BEGAN: 2019, FRANCHISING: 2020

UNITS: US: 9, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $141.3K-$250K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $100K net worth w/$50K liquid

911 Restoration ●

Residential and commercial property restoration

BEGAN: 2003, FRANCHISING: 2007

UNITS: US: 326, CAN: 4, INTL: 0, CO: 6 COST: $102.1K-$246.9K, RTY: 3%-10%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $150K net worth w/$20K liquid

1-800-Packouts

Contents packing, cleaning, storage, and restoration

BEGAN: 2013, FRANCHISING: 2015

UNITS: US: 48, CAN: 0, INTL: 0, CO: 0 COST: $269.3K-$514K, RTY: 7%

FINANCING: Yes

QUALIF: $300K net worth w/$100K liquid