How do I find franchises by category?

Use the category chips at the top of the browse page or the category dropdown in the sidebar filters. You can also combine category with other filters like investment range, revenue, and verdict rating to narrow results.

What does the franchise verdict rating mean?

The verdict rating (A through F) is an algorithmic grade based on unit economics, franchisee turnover, SBA loan charge-off rates, and other risk factors extracted from public FDD filings and SBA 7(a) records. A-rated brands show strong fundamentals; F-rated brands show significant risk signals.

How current is the franchise data?

FDD data is refreshed annually as franchisors file updated disclosures with state regulators. SBA 7(a) loan data is updated quarterly from FOIA releases. Each brand page shows the FDD year it was sourced from.

Can I compare multiple franchises side by side?

Yes. Save brands you are interested in, then use the compare tool to view them side by side. You can compare up to four brands at once across investment, revenue, SBA charge-off rates, and other key metrics.

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Food Retail Over $150K Clear all

ATop Quintile

The Spice & Tea Exchange

15 contacts

Investment

$299K – $532K

Item 19 (Reported)

$543K

Units

94+5%

SBA 7(a) charge-off

5.6%(n=41)

Food Retail

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FDD '25

ATop Quintile

Southern Steer Butcher

33 contacts

Investment

$376K – $797K

Item 19 (Reported)

$1.7M

Units

9+33%

SBA 7(a) charge-off

Limited data

Food Retail

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FDD '26

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The Spice & Tea Exchange

Southern Steer Butcher

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