FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for TINT WORLD using its latest 2026 FDD coverage.
Based on 2026 FDD · 13 filings in corpus · Latest FDD: 2026
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a TINT WORLD franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $240K – $450K. Reported owner economics show $22K. 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: $50K franchise fee · 12% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
TINT WORLD requires a total initial investment of $240K to $450K (midpoint approximately $345K), with an initial franchise fee of $50K. The ongoing fee burden is 12% (6% royalty plus 6% 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 TINT WORLD locations is $743K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $22K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 6.5% with a payback period of approximately 15.5 years.
TINT WORLD operates approximately 126 franchised units. The SBA 7(a) loan default rate of 3.0% is in line with industry norms of approximately 7.2%.
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.
Real lending data from SBA 7(a) loans (2012-2026). 89 loans across 30 states.
Source: SBA 7(a) loan data via FOIA. Default rate = charged-off loans / total originated. Industry avg default rate ~7.2%.
Common questions buyers ask about TINT WORLD, answered from FDD and SBA data.
The total initial investment for a TINT WORLD franchise ranges from $240K to $450K, according to their Franchise Disclosure Document.
TINT WORLD charges a 6% royalty fee on gross sales.
The initial franchise fee for TINT WORLD is $49,950.
There are approximately 126 TINT WORLD franchise locations as of 2023.
The median revenue for a TINT WORLD franchise is $743K, with a cash-on-cash return of 6.5%, according to FDD Item 19 data.
TINT WORLD has an SBA loan default rate of 3.0% based on SBA 7(a) loan data.
Whether a TINT WORLD franchise is worth it depends on total startup cost, royalty burden, FDD Item 19 economics, SBA loan performance, and local operator execution. FDDIQ compares these signals against similar franchises so buyers can screen the opportunity before paying for diligence.
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