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The real numbers on owning a American Poolplayers Association franchise

Pool League Franchise · FDD 2026 · from public state filings
FDisclosure honesty
This franchisor discloses little to no earnings data (Item 19).
Investment
$22,219–$30,758
Total fees
25% of sales
Outlets
356
Closure signals
1 ceased, 1 terminated
Lawsuits
2

What their own earnings claim actually says

APA makes no representations about franchisee financial performance. No earnings claims provided. Actual records available for existing outlets only.

Honesty grade F: the disclosed numbers are incomplete or framed to look better than an owner's real take-home.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

Very few terminations/non-renewals despite active system. Limited closure data hampers failure assessment.

Legal history (Item 3)

2 matters disclosed.

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American Poolplayers Association franchise — frequently asked

How much does a American Poolplayers Association franchise cost?
The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $22,219–$30,758, including a $10,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do American Poolplayers Association franchise owners make?
American Poolplayers Association discloses little or no earnings data (Item 19) — meaning the franchisor won't put real owner profit in writing. That's a red flag worth questioning.
What is the American Poolplayers Association franchise failure rate?
Very few terminations/non-renewals despite active system. Limited closure data hampers failure assessment.
Is a American Poolplayers Association franchise worth it?
It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. American Poolplayers Association scores F on disclosure honesty, carries about 25% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 2 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 36593-202605-08 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with American Poolplayers Association or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.