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.

Browse 3,070 Franchise Brands (2026)

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AStrongest tier

HobbyTown

95 contacts

Investment

$327K – $458K

Item 19 (Reported)

$1.6M

Units

86-11%

SBA 7(a) charge-off

14.2%(n=165)

Retail

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FDD '26

AStrongest tier

Miniso

9 contacts

Investment

$256K – $485K

Item 19 (Reported)

Not disclosed

Units

275+19%

SBA 7(a) charge-off

Not SBA-matched

Retail

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FDD '25

BAbove average

The K9 Shop

6 contacts

Investment

$113K – $165K

Item 19 (Reported)

$1.1M

Incl. company outlets

Units

SBA 7(a) charge-off

Under 10 loans (1)

Retail

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FDD '26

BAbove average

Season 2

10 contacts

Investment

$189K – $276K

Item 19 (Reported)

$254K

Units

9+350%

SBA 7(a) charge-off

Not SBA-matched

Retail

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FDD '25

BAbove average

Lovely Bride

Investment

$250K – $600K

Item 19 (Reported)

Not disclosed

Units

19+7%

SBA 7(a) charge-off

Limited · 11 loans

Retail

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4+ yrsFDD '22

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