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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 grade to narrow results.

What does the Verdict grade mean?

The Verdict grade (A through F) comes from a deterministic Verdict score built from six weighted dimensions (financial health, unit economics, unit growth, scale, legal, and transparency), combined weakest-link style so one serious red flag is not averaged away, then adjusted for SBA 7(a) loan charge-off rates and the age of the filing. It is an editorial assessment, not investment advice. A-rated brands show the strongest tier of fundamentals in the dataset; F-rated brands show the weakest.

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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How we count: 4,193 brands published — 3,068 with an FDD on file (these carry a grade) and 1,125 with SBA lending data only (no grade). 3,020 distinct FDD filings; 143,527 SBA loan records. Counts as of 2026-10-23.