How much does a HomeTowne Studios franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $10,411,393–$12,910,291, including a $30,000 initial franchise fee.

Is a HomeTowne Studios franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. HomeTowne Studios scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 8.5% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 3 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a HomeTowne Studios franchise

Budget Extended Stay Hotel · FDD 2024 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

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

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

Investment

$10,411,393–$12,910,291

Total fees

8.5% of sales

Outlets

Closure signals

3 ceased, 10 terminated

Lawsuits

Is HomeTowne Studios worth it? How it compares to 223 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	8.5% of sales	about average
Startup cost	from $10,411,393	pricier than 99% of peers
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	typical for the category
Closure rate	4.1% of outlets	worse than 66% of peers
Disclosed lawsuits	3	more litigious than 73% of peers

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What their own earnings claim actually says

2023 performance: 49 affiliate hotels avg. $39.55 RevPAR; 16 franchised avg. $34.52 RevPAR. 45-55% earned/exceeded avg. Limited franchise data; affiliate-weighted representation.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

10 terminations 2023; 3 ceased ops; 13 of 25 franchised outlets failed/ceased since 2021.

Legal history (Item 3)

3 matters disclosed.

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HomeTowne Studios franchise — frequently asked

How much does a HomeTowne Studios franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $10,411,393–$12,910,291, including a $30,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do HomeTowne Studios franchise owners make?: 2023 performance: 49 affiliate hotels avg. $39.55 RevPAR; 16 franchised avg. $34.52 RevPAR. 45-55% earned/exceeded avg. Limited franchise data; affiliate-weighted representation. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the HomeTowne Studios franchise failure rate?: 10 terminations 2023; 3 ceased ops; 13 of 25 franchised outlets failed/ceased since 2021.
Is a HomeTowne Studios franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. HomeTowne Studios scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 8.5% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 3 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 31061-202404-08 (Clean FDD 2024). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with HomeTowne Studios or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.