FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for LB Franchising, LLC using its latest 2026 FDD coverage.
Based on 2026 FDD · 11 filings in corpus · Latest FDD: 2026
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a LB Franchising, LLC franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $314K – $629K. Reported owner economics show $38K. Use the links below to compare the cost, revenue, SBA loan history, and ROI against other franchises before you request the full FDD.
Quick fee read: $60K franchise fee · 9% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
LB Franchising, LLC requires a total initial investment of $314K to $629K (midpoint approximately $472K), with an initial franchise fee of $60K. The ongoing fee burden is 9% (7% royalty plus 2% advertising fund). This is below the industry average of approximately 15.5%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2026 FDD, the median revenue for LB Franchising, LLC locations is $345K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $38K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 8.0% with a payback period of approximately 12.4 years.
LB Franchising, LLC operates approximately 615 franchised units. Unit count is relatively stable with a 0.3% year-over-year change.
Prospective franchisees should verify all figures against the most recent FDD, conduct validation calls with multiple existing franchisees, and consult with a franchise attorney before signing any agreement.
Analysis based on 2026 FDD filing. FDDIQ Editorial Team · Methodology
Estimated using sector-average margins. Actual franchise economics vary by location, operator, and market conditions.
Industry averages based on FranchiseIQ corpus benchmarks. ▲ = better than avg, ▼ = worse.
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