{"id":1578396,"date":"2026-03-05T09:59:11","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T08:59:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lexpress-franchise.com\/en-us\/articles\/buying-a-franchise-what-to-know\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T09:11:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T07:11:25","slug":"buying-a-franchise-what-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lexpress-franchise.com\/en-us\/articles\/buying-a-franchise-what-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying a Franchise in 2026: What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Buying a franchise business offers an exciting path to entrepreneurship without having to build a brand or create systems from scratch. Instead, you get built-in support and name recognition that can improve your chances of success right from the beginning. What does it take to buy a franchise in 2026? Here\u2019s everything you need to know, from reviewing each step of the purchasing process to exploring financing options.<br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c84f395caf16f7fe7dfe18b8543e55a6\">What Buying a Franchise Involves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What does it mean to buy a franchise business? The <strong>franchisor (or parent company)<\/strong> gives you the rights of their established brand, as well as <strong>developed systems and support<\/strong>, in exchange for a <strong>set franchise fee<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All of the terms and conditions are outlined in a <strong>contract<\/strong> that includes the <strong>obligations of both parties<\/strong>. Typically, the fees include <strong>startup costs<\/strong> as well as ongoing <strong>royalties and fees<\/strong>. The franchisor may also exercise certain <strong>controls and restrictions<\/strong> in accordance with the contract, making it important to understand <a href=\"https:\/\/lexpress-franchise.com\/en-us\/articles\/what-is-a-franchise-agreement\/\">what a franchise agreement is<\/a> before signing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed4aee7e46e95ccab8878a2764a18e9e\">Steps to Buying a Franchise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is how to buy a franchise from the <strong>idea stage<\/strong> to <strong>ownership<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research franchise opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are <strong>countless franchise business models<\/strong> to choose from. As a potential buyer, look at industries based on your own <strong>interests and skills<\/strong> as well as demand in your <strong>local area<\/strong>. You should also compare individual franchise brands to make sure you choose one with <strong>strong systems and profit margins<\/strong> you\u2019re comfortable with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the <strong>largest franchise industries<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New car dealers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited-service restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automotive oil change shops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diet and weight loss centers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soft drink manufacturers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electronics retailers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specialty food stores<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exam prep and tutoring<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before buying into a <strong>franchise<\/strong>, be sure to carefully read the <a href=\"https:\/\/lexpress-franchise.com\/en-us\/articles\/what-is-a-franchise-disclosure-document\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/lexpress-franchise.com\/en-us\/articles\/what-is-a-franchise-disclosure-document\/\">franchise disclosure document (FDD)<\/a>. Franchisors are legally required to provide this document at least <strong>14 days before signing<\/strong> any contract or making any payment. The FDD must include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Franchisor and business background<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Litigation history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bankruptcies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplier, territory, and customer restrictions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advertising and training details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renewal, termination, transfer, and dispute resolution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial performance and statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Franchisee and franchise system information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contracts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Evaluate costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need to look at both <strong>upfront and ongoing fees<\/strong> to calculate the <strong>true price tag<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-249\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-249\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Upfront Franchise Costs<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Ongoing Franchise Costs<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Franchise fee<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Royalty fees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Property rental or purchase<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Marketing fees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Equipment and supplies<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Employee payroll<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Inventory<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Working capital<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7fd0061ab00015b6f04e095a4bbba0da\">How Much Does it Cost to Buy a Franchise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How much it takes to buy a franchise varies widely depending on <strong>brand, industry, and location<\/strong>. The following examples give you a <strong>general idea<\/strong> of what to expect when researching specific franchise costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Initial franchise fee and total investment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <strong>initial franchise fee<\/strong> could range anywhere from <strong>$20,000 to $50,000 or even more<\/strong>. You\u2019ll also need to cover the costs of <strong>upfront investments<\/strong>, such as securing a building, purchasing equipment or inventory, and hiring staff. Those details can vary depending on the <strong>type of franchise<\/strong> you purchase. A fast food restaurant or a gym, for instance, will have a lot of <strong>upfront equipment costs<\/strong> that a mobile service business may not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Examples of franchise cost ranges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let\u2019s take a look at some of the <strong>most popular franchises in the U.S.<\/strong> to get a sense of their <strong>startup costs<\/strong>. In addition to these cash requirements, you may also encounter <strong>restrictions on how your business may be funded<\/strong> (such as having to use your own cash vs. gifts or loans).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does it cost to buy a McDonald\u2019s franchise?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$750,000 recommended investment minimum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional $100,000 recommended for working capital<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$75,000 for relocation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much to buy a Chick-fil-A franchise?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$10,000 upfront fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No history of bankruptcy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much to buy a Jersey Mike\u2019s franchise?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$10,000 development fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$20,000 initial franchise fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages\" style=\"--color: #7BD395;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages__illustration\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/50cd7558f896a7c0b1b2afd52e51bf4b8820fa65.png\" alt=\"Illustration\" \/><p class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages__heading\"> Advantages of buying a franchise<\/p><ul class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages__content\"><li>Established products and marketing<\/li><li>Strong support system<\/li><li>Financing may be more accessible<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages\" style=\"--color: #FF8175;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages__illustration\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3397a82f727336fac87316297f56be69c2fcafd7.png\" alt=\"Illustration\" \/><p class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages__heading\">Disadvantages of buying a franchise<\/p><ul class=\"lc-gut-blog-post-advantages__content\"><li>Could be restrictive<\/li><li>Usually need to pay an ongoing royalty fee to franchisor<\/li><li>Renewal power is held by the franchisor<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3f8e568582e9f24fb1d49bafbdd525c6\">Financing Options for Buying a Franchise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be expensive to purchase a franchise considering there are both <strong>operating costs<\/strong> as well as <strong>franchise fees<\/strong> that must be paid before opening your doors for business. Most people don\u2019t have all of the <strong>cash required<\/strong>. So how do you buy a franchise with no money? Here are two options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBA loans and traditional lenders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A term loan from either an <strong>SBA loan<\/strong> or traditional loan can provide you with a <strong>large portion of the funds<\/strong> needed to buy a franchise. SBA loans have <strong>loan limits up to $5 million<\/strong>, plus anywhere between seven and 25 years to repay the loan (depending on what the funds are used for). A traditional bank or credit union loan can also help get you the <strong>financing you need<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Franchisor financing and alternative routes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some franchisors offer <strong>in-house financing<\/strong>, which means you borrow money from the company itself and repay the loan over time. 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