How much does it cost to open a MAACO franchise?

The total initial investment for a MAACO franchise ranges from $276,000 to $1,015,500. This includes the franchise fee of $45,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a MAACO franchise?

MAACO franchisees pay a 9.0% royalty fee. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a MAACO franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median MAACO franchise generates $1,428,088 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $19,993.

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MAACO Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$276,000 – $1,015,500

Franchise Fee

$45,000

Royalty Rate

9.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $276,000 High: $1,015,500

The total initial investment to open a MAACO franchise ranges from $276,000 to $1,015,500, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $45,000.

Midpoint estimate: $645,750

Franchise Fee

$45,000

One-time initial fee

The MAACO 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 MAACO brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

9.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

N/A

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Royalty Fee	9.0	PCT	9% of gross receipts (reduced to 4% for first 6 months for new Maaco Centers, or 1-2% for first 36 months under Development Incentive Addendum, or 8% as cash discount for timely payment). Payable weekly by electronic withdrawal. Rates and payment day may be modified.
Weekly Marketing Fee	1000.0	USD	Or an amount equal to the weekly marketing budget of franchisees in your designated market area, whichever is greater. Payable weekly by electronic withdrawal. May increase up to 10% per year after the first 12 months. Reduced to $350 for Fleet Solutions Centers, increasing 10% annually.
Management System Software License Fee	N/A	USD	Plus taxes. Payable monthly on the first of each month. Collected on supplier’s behalf. Amount depends on number of Maaco Centers operated.
Commingled Funds Fee	N/A	USD	Payable upon receipt of invoice. Payable if audit reveals commingling of Center funds with personal or other business funds.
Audit Expenses	N/A	USD	Payable upon receipt of invoice. Payable if audit reveals understated payments or is made necessary by failure to maintain/provide reports.
Sales Commission	N/A	PCT or USD	On or before closing date. Paid if we obtain a purchaser for your Center or if you sell to an individual under agreement with us.
Transfer Fee	3000.0	USD	Prior to effective date of transfer.
Renewal Fee	2500.0	USD	On or before renewal date. Payment to be included with renewal documents.
Interest on Late Payments	N/A	PCT	As incurred. Any payment or other amount you owe us or our affiliates or subsidiaries will bear interest, compounded monthly, after the due date.
Insurance Reimbursement	N/A	USD	If you do not obtain the required insurance coverage, we may secure coverage for you and charge you for our costs and expenses.
Indemnification	N/A	USD	You must indemnify and hold us, our parents, affiliates and subsidiaries, together with all of their respective former, present and future officers, directors, shareholders, employees, agents, attorneys, servants, representatives, heirs, successors, assigns and predecessors, in their individual and corporate capacities, harmless against any and all claims arising from the development and operation of the Center(s).
Costs of Enforcement	N/A	USD	Includes any judgment, reasonable attorneys’ fees, court costs and expenses of litigation.
Sublease Payments	N/A	USD	If we or our affiliates sublease premises to you, rent may exceed prime landlord rent by up to 10%.
Technology Fee	N/A	USD	Currently, $0. We reserve the right to charge you a weekly technology fee.
Supplemental or Refresher Training Fee	N/A	USD	As incurred. Payable if we require attendance. You are responsible for travel, lodging, meals, and wages for attendees. We pay for instructors' wages and materials.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$1,428,088

per year, per location

Mean Revenue

$1,281,219

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$19,993

per year

Profit Margin

1.4%

of revenue

Estimation method: disclosed+benchmark

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 32.3 years

Based on midpoint investment of $645,750 and estimated annual owner profit of $19,993.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

5.0%

Moderate risk — near industry average

Net Unit Growth

-61 units

From 2020 to 2022

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2020	459	+6	-37	—	426
2021	426	+6	-19	—	411
2022	411	+6	-18	—	398

Is a MAACO Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the MAACO franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

66/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

32.3 yrs

Longer payback

Risk Level

Medium

5.0% annual closure rate

MAACO shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. With median unit revenue of $1,428,088 , prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.