Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data
Total Investment
$153,635 – $354,200
Franchise Fee
$20,000
Royalty Rate
3.5%
The total initial investment to open a LABOR FINDERS franchise ranges from $153,635 to $354,200, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $20,000.
Midpoint estimate: $253,918
$20,000
One-time initial fee
The LABOR FINDERS franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the LABOR FINDERS brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.
Royalty Fee
3.5%
of gross revenue
Ad/Marketing Fund
N/A
| Fee Type | Rate | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 3.5 | PCT | "Sales" are gross customer billings excluding interest, taxes, bonuses, and transportation costs paid to employees. Some existing franchisees pay reduced royalties. |
| Software (including LF Connect Mobile App) and Social Media Fees | 365.0 | USD | $125 for software fee; $240 for LF Connect mobile app platform. Social media fees are not being charged but are estimated to range from $0 to $100 a month. |
| Training | 2500.0 | USD | Estimated to be $0 to $2,500. LFI provides free initial training for two people. |
| Uncured Online Review Fee | 100.0 | USD | May be charged if more than three open customer complaints and/or multiple negative uncured online reviews not resolved within 10 days. Subject to increase of no more than 100% per year. |
| Insurance | N/A | USD | You must reimburse LFI if you fail to maintain required insurance and LFI at its option purchases insurance for you. |
| Temporary Management | 150.0 | PCT | For interim manager of your business furnished by LFI upon your death or permanent incapacity. |
| Audits | N/A | USD | Payable if you under report amounts owed to LFI by 5% or more. |
| Delinquent Interest | 1.5 | PCT | Interest at maximum rate permitted by law, not to exceed 1.5% per month. Payable on any delinquent amount you owe LFI. |
| Indemnification | N/A | USD | Covers claims and liabilities incurred by LFI relating to your business, including resolution of complaints. |
| Attorneys' Fees | N/A | USD | Attorneys' fees and costs for indemnification or enforcing your Franchise Agreement. |
| Guaranty | N/A | USD | Your owners who are active in the business and their spouses must personally guaranty your obligations to LFI to the extent of their percentage ownership interests. |
Category
Staffing
Franchise Score
out of 100
Avg. Annual Closure Rate
0.8%
Low risk — below industry average
Net Unit Growth
-102 units
From 2022 to 2024
| Year | Start | Opened | Closed | Transfers | End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 185 | +1 | — | — | 184 |
| 2023 | 184 | — | — | — | 84 |
| 2024 | 84 | +1 | -2 | — | 83 |
Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the LABOR FINDERS franchise opportunity:
Overall Score
56/100
Moderate opportunity
Est. Payback Period
N/A
Insufficient data
Risk Level
Low
0.8% annual closure rate
LABOR FINDERS shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.
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