Retail Franchise Opportunities

    General and specialty product retailers. Specialist automotive or pet retail stays in its own industry.

    Published brands
    18
    Median low-end investment
    $90,350
    Brands with Item 19 figures
    13 of 18
    FDD years covered
    2025–2026

    Calculated from the low end of each brand's reviewed Item 7 total in its latest FDD. The low end is the cheapest disclosed scenario, not a typical cost. Not a ranking or recommendation.

    Business models in retail

    • Specialty retail · 15 brands
    • Product retail · 2 brands
    • Convenience stores · 1 brand

    Brands

    Retail matchups

    Questions to research for any retail franchise

    • Which Item 7 format matches the business you would actually open, and what does the high end include?
    • What are the recurring Item 6 charges beyond royalty: brand fund, technology, minimums?
    • If Item 19 is disclosed, which locations does it cover, and which were excluded?
    • How many outlets opened, closed or transferred in Item 20, and can you call former owners?

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