Tools & Resources
Franchise Research Tools
Everything you need to evaluate a franchise before investing - from FDD analysis to free calculators and SBA data.
Pro Tools
FDD Analyzer (2026)
ProUpload any Franchise Disclosure Document and get a full analysis in 8 minutes - red flags, SBA benchmarks, financial modeling, and attorney questions.
Franchise Database
Pro6,755 franchise brands with FDD-sourced investment data, royalty structures, SBA loan performance, and FranchiseIQ Risk Scores. Fully indexed for Pro users.
ROI Calculator
ProModel CoC%, SBA leverage, break-even timeline, and 5-year NPV for any franchise investment.
Free Tools
Compare Tool
FreeCompare any two franchise systems side-by-side on SBA default rates, investment, CoC%, unit growth, and Item 19 disclosure. 2,000+ brand pairs.
Franchise Affordability Index
FreeBrowse 6,755 franchises by investment tier — under $50K through $500K+. See fees, revenue, growth, and SBA default rates.
Portfolio Fit Score
FreeScore how well 2-5 franchise brands complement each other across category diversity, daypart coverage, investment spread, and operations.
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
Free56,573 real SBA loans mapped to franchise brands. See which brands have the highest default rates.
Franchise Bankruptcy Tracker
FreeTrack major franchisee bankruptcies, operator failures, and acute distress events with buyer-focused context on what to check next.
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.
Ready for the full picture?
Upload any FDD and get a complete report in 8 minutes - red flags, SBA benchmarks, scenario modeling, and attorney questions.
Get Access to Pro →Last updated: April 2026