Tools & Resources
Franchise Research Tools
Everything you need to evaluate a franchise before investing — from AI-powered FDD analysis to free calculators and SBA data.
Pro Tools
FDD Analyzer
ProUpload any Franchise Disclosure Document and get a full AI-powered analysis in 8 minutes — red flags, SBA benchmarks, financial modeling, and attorney questions.
Franchise Database
Pro5,700+ franchise brands with FDD-sourced investment data, royalty structures, SBA loan performance, and FranchiseIQ Risk Scores. Fully indexed for Pro users.
Compare Tool
ProCompare any two franchise systems side-by-side on SBA default rates, investment, CoC%, unit growth, and Item 19 disclosure.
ROI Calculator
ProModel CoC%, SBA leverage, break-even timeline, and 5-year NPV for any franchise investment.
Free Tools
Franchise Finder Quiz
FreeAnswer 5 questions and get personalized franchise recommendations based on your budget, lifestyle, and goals.
Attorney Questions
FreeGenerate 15 custom FDD due diligence questions based on a franchise's SBA default rate and Item 19 status.
Affordability Calculator
FreeCalculate how much franchise you can afford with SBA loan parameters and working capital analysis.
Total Cost Calculator
FreeTrue 10-year cost of ownership including royalties, fees, and how it compares to S&P 500 returns.
SBA Default Rate Database
Free89,000+ real SBA loans mapped to franchise brands. See which brands have the highest default rates.
Franchise Distress Signals
FreeComposite distress scoring across 6,000+ franchise brands. Detect declining units, rising terminations, and other warning signs.
FDD Changes Tracker
FreeTrack year-over-year changes in franchise FDD filings. See which brands are raising fees, changing investments, or improving transparency.
Red Flags Quiz
FreeAnswer 10 questions about an FDD and get an instant risk assessment with red flag breakdown.
Due Diligence Checklist
Free59-point checklist covering all 23 FDD items, franchisee validation, financial modeling, and legal review.
FDD Item-by-Item Guide
FreeComplete guide to all 23 FDD items — what each one means, what to look for, and which red flags to watch.
Franchise ROI Calculator
FreeModel your franchise return on investment with CoC%, SBA leverage scenarios, break-even timeline, and 5-year NPV analysis.
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