Liftology
Franchise research report · reviewed 2026 disclosure data
Researching Liftology franchise opportunities? Every figure below is cited to the FDD.
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Headline figures
Liftology quick facts
- How much does it cost to open a Liftology franchise?
- The Liftology Franchise Disclosure Document reports an estimated initial investment of $187,800–$427,750 (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 15). This is the franchisor's disclosed estimate, not a quote. Details
- What ongoing fees does Liftology charge?
- The disclosed ongoing royalty is 7% (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 9). The brand or advertising fund contribution is 2% (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 10). Other recurring fees are listed in Item 6. Details
- Does Liftology disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
- No. The reviewed Liftology FDD states that it does not make a financial performance representation in Item 19. Details
- Is Liftology a good franchise to buy?
- Franopolis does not rate or recommend franchises. From the reviewed FDD: Item 19 makes no financial performance representation, so ask current owners about results; Item 20 lists outlet openings, closures and transfers; Item 6 includes a brand or advertising fund contribution on top of royalty; Item 20 also lists current and former franchisees you can contact. Review the full FDD with a franchise attorney and accountant before deciding.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
What the disclosures show
- 1Opening costs are estimated at $187,800 – $427,750 in the 2026 FDD (Item 7); several initial fee options apply.
- 2The franchisor makes no financial performance representation in Item 19.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
Liftology head-to-head
Closest peers in the same subcategory, side by side from reviewed FDD figures. Not a ranking or recommendation.
Costs · Items 5–7
What does it cost to open?
Estimated opening costs and the fees payable to the franchisor.
Startup Investment — Item 7
Total estimated initial investment
2026 FDD · Item 7 · PDF p. 15
Ongoing Fees — Item 6
Selected recurring charges; payment bases and conditions remain attached to each fee.
- Royalty — 7%Main ongoing fee
41 reported fees, each with its payment basis, are listed below; they haven't been sorted into recurring, initial and occasional groups yet.
Financial Performance — Item 19
What results are disclosed—and for which locations?
No financial performance representation in Item 19
The reviewed 2026 FDD for Liftology has no Item 19 figures on record. Franopolis does not estimate revenue or earnings in their place; ask the franchisor and current owners what unit-level information they can share.
Outlet Changes — Item 20
How has the outlet count changed?
Coverage not stated in the reviewed record · counts as of year end of each year.
2026 FDD · Item 20 ·
Questions to investigate
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For the franchisor
Which line items in the 2026 Item 7 estimate ($187,800 – $427,750) vary most by market, and why?
Which initial fee option would apply to my situation, and what conditions or discounts affect it?
Liftology reports no financial performance figures in Item 19. What information can you share about unit-level results?
Is a territory available in my area, and how is it defined in my agreement?
For current and former owners
How did your actual startup costs and timeline compare with the Item 7 estimate?
How many hours a week do you work in the business, and in what role?
What support from the franchisor has been most and least useful?
For your advisors
Ask a franchise attorney to review the territory, renewal, transfer and termination terms.
Ask an accountant to build a cash-flow plan using your own assumptions, not the franchisor's.
Sources & vintage history
Every displayed fact is retained with its disclosure vintage, item, page, and reviewed status. Prior vintages remain on file rather than being overwritten.
Citations (2026 FDD)
- [1]Estimated initial investment — Item 7 · PDF p. 15
"PDF p." is the page in the PDF file; "printed p." is the number printed on the FDD page.
Territory & operations
These are contract disclosures, not confirmation that any territory is currently available.
Legal & agreement
Franchisor financial statements
| Fiscal year | Measure | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | accounts receivableMore than one value recorded for this year — open the FDD source before comparing | $45,800 |
| 2025 | non-current assets right of use asset | $186,123 |
| 2025 | equipment, net | $67,392 |
| 2025 | security depositMore than one value recorded for this year — open the FDD source before comparing | $15,879 |
| 2025 | total non-current assets | $269,394 |
| 2025 | total assets | $554,537 |
| 2025 | credit card liabilityMore than one value recorded for this year — open the FDD source before comparing | $1,306 |
| 2025 | note payable to shareholder | $458,058 |
| 2025 | operating lease liability, current | $37,627 |
| 2025 | note payable, current | $66,667 |
| 2025 | deferred revenue, current | $54,799 |
| 2025 | note payable, non-current | $133,333 |
These figures describe the franchisor company, not individual franchise locations.
SBA-backed loans to franchisees
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Source: U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) & 504 FOIA data. Loan volume is not a measure of franchisee success.
Related research
Brands in the same subcategory first, then the wider industry, ordered by shared business format, overlapping investment range, Item 20 outlet count and search interest. This is not a ranking or recommendation.
Head-to-head comparisons
At a glance
Business history
Not reviewed
Owner participation
Not reviewed
Territory language
Litigation disclosure
Not reviewed
Bankruptcy disclosure
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Agreement term
Not reviewed
Independent analysis of franchisor-provided data. Not investment advice. Franopolis does not distribute FDDs.