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Profit Margin Calculator

Calculate your real take-home pay after royalties, marketing fees, and hidden costs. See what franchise owners actually earn - not what the brochure says.

  • Accounts for all franchise-specific fees
  • Industry benchmark comparison
  • Visual gauge with verdict
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ROI Calculator

Calculate your franchise return on investment, break-even timeline, and see how it compares to simply investing the same money in the S&P 500.

  • Break-even timeline calculation
  • S&P 500 comparison built in
  • SBA loan financing toggle
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Assessment Tools
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Business Scorecard

Score your franchise or independent business across 8 key operational areas. Get your Franchise-Grade rating and a personalized gap analysis with action plan.

  • 8 operational categories scored
  • A-F grading with animated results
  • Priority action plan generated
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Franchise Comparison Tool

Compare franchise opportunities side by side. See which deal offers the best risk-adjusted return on your investment. Free for 2 franchises; upgrade for 5-way comparisons.

  • Side-by-side financial comparison
  • Risk-adjusted composite scoring
  • Full 5-way comparison in Franchise Decision Kit
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Red Flag Quiz

Answer 10 questions about your franchise deal and get an instant risk score. Takes 3 minutes. Identifies specific red flags in your deal and tells you exactly what to investigate next.

  • 10 questions, instant risk score
  • Color-coded flags with explanations
  • Personalized next steps by risk level
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Due Diligence Tools
Free Tier - 1 Scenario

AI Negotiation Simulator

Practice tough franchise negotiations before the real thing. Free scenario: Item 19 Financial Performance. Unlock all 5 scenarios with the Franchise Decision Kit.

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Free Tier - 2 Topics

Validation Call Scripts

Get customized scripts for calling existing franchise owners. Free for Financial Reality and Franchisor Support topics. All 8 topics in the Franchise Decision Kit.

  • Scripts for current, former, and new owners
  • Red flag detection built in
  • All 8 topics in Franchise Decision Kit
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FDD Red Flags Guide

12 pages of the exact warning signs that cost franchise buyers thousands. Built from nearly two decades of enterprise operations experience and a personal six-figure franchise failure. The perfect companion to the free tools above.

Disclaimer: This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice. Results are estimates based on the inputs you provide and general industry data. Always consult with a qualified franchise attorney and certified public accountant before making any franchise investment decision. Franchise-Grade Systems is not a law firm, accounting firm, or registered investment advisor.