Franchise Insights & Opportunities

Franchise Total Investment Breakdown

July 17, 2026

The franchise total investment breakdown goes beyond the franchise fee. Here are all the costs to account for, where to find them in the FDD, and how to total them up.
Franchise Break-Even Timeline: Key Metrics

July 16, 2026

How long does it take to break even on a franchise? Industry-by-industry timelines, key benchmarks, and what moves the franchise break-even timeline.
Franchise Startup Cost Statistics

July 15, 2026

Franchise startup cost statistics by industry, from QSR to home services. See what drives costs, how to read an FDD, and how to fund your investment.
Franchisee Satisfaction Scores

July 14, 2026

Franchisee satisfaction scores are rarely published by industry. Learn what really drives them and how to spot the signals in any franchise FDD.
Franchise Success Rates and Factors

July 2, 2026

The real franchise success rate depends on your category and the data in FDD Item 19. Here is how to read the numbers before you sign.
Franchise Failure Rates and Factors

July 1, 2026

Franchise failure rates range from 13% for QSR to 49% for full-service restaurants. Here's how to read FDD Item 20 and benchmark risk before you sign.
Franchise Churn Rates and Factors

June 26, 2026

Franchise churn rates vary by sector. Learn what drives exits, where to find churn data in the FDD, and what to watch before you sign.
SBA Loan Approval Rates for Franchises

June 25, 2026

SBA loan approval rates for franchises vary widely by brand and vertical. Here's what the data shows and how to put your application in the strongest position.
How to Grow a Franchise System Faster

June 24, 2026

Wondering how to grow a franchise system faster? Multi-unit ownership is the answer. Here's what shifts when you scale and how to manage it.
Franchise Profitability Statistics

June 17, 2026

Franchise profitability statistics by category. Compare AUV, margins, and earnings across 10 industries to evaluate which franchise fits your goals.