How much does a F.C franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $86,150–$125,250, including a $54,900 initial franchise fee.

Is a F.C franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. F.C scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 5 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a F.C franchise

Fresh Coat Painting Franchise · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.

★★★☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 3/5

Investment

$86,150–$125,250

Total fees

8% of sales

Outlets

182

Closure signals

7 ceased, 13 terminated

Lawsuits

Is F.C worth it? How it compares to 29 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	8% of sales	lower than most (median 8%)
Startup cost	from $86,150	cheaper than most (median $113,640)
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	less honest than most of the category
Closure rate	3.8% of outlets	worse than 68% of peers
Disclosed lawsuits	5	more litigious than 93% of peers

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What their own earnings claim actually says

Gross revenues and profit percentages by quartile for 62 full-time franchises open entire year. Average cumulative gross revenues $751,964 (2025); 27% reached average. Gross profit averaged 37.8%. Data unaudited.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

5 net outlet decrease 2025. Texas lost 9 outlets; Colorado lost 3. System contraction evident.

Legal history (Item 3)

5 matters disclosed.

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F.C franchise — frequently asked

How much does a F.C franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $86,150–$125,250, including a $54,900 initial franchise fee.
How much do F.C franchise owners make?: Gross revenues and profit percentages by quartile for 62 full-time franchises open entire year. Average cumulative gross revenues $751,964 (2025); 27% reached average. Gross profit averaged 37.8%. Data unaudited. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the F.C franchise failure rate?: 5 net outlet decrease 2025. Texas lost 9 outlets; Colorado lost 3. System contraction evident.
Is a F.C franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. F.C scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 5 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 36108-202604-01 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with F.C or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.