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The real numbers on owning a BRIGHTSTAR franchise

Home Care Agency Franchise · FDD 2026 · from public state filings
BDisclosure honesty
This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.
Investment
$102,754–$220,186
Total fees
7.75% of sales
Outlets
396
Closure signals
3 ceased, 3 terminated
Lawsuits
2

What their own earnings claim actually says

2025 revenue data: 207 agencies open 12+ months, average $2.41M (36% attained), median $1.94M (50% attained). Gross margins average 42%.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

3 terminations in 2025; 2-3 ceased operations annually; system shows healthy growth with 19 net outlets added in 2025.

Legal history (Item 3)

2 matters disclosed.

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BRIGHTSTAR franchise — frequently asked

How much does a BRIGHTSTAR franchise cost?
The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $102,754–$220,186, including a $50,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do BRIGHTSTAR franchise owners make?
2025 revenue data: 207 agencies open 12+ months, average $2.41M (36% attained), median $1.94M (50% attained). Gross margins average 42%. We grade this disclosure B for honesty.
What is the BRIGHTSTAR franchise failure rate?
3 terminations in 2025; 2-3 ceased operations annually; system shows healthy growth with 19 net outlets added in 2025.
Is a BRIGHTSTAR franchise worth it?
It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. BRIGHTSTAR scores B on disclosure honesty, carries about 7.75% 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 35803-202604-09 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with BRIGHTSTAR or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.