How much does a Just Between Friends franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $67,365–$99,615, including a $24,900 initial franchise fee.

Is a Just Between Friends franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Just Between Friends scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 6% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a Just Between Friends franchise

Consignment Sales / Retail Franchise · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

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

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

Investment

$67,365–$99,615

Total fees

6% of sales

Outlets

151

Closure signals

6 ceased, 8 terminated

Lawsuits

Is Just Between Friends worth it? How it compares to 39 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	6% of sales	lower than most (median 6.5%)
Startup cost	from $67,365	cheaper than most (median $149,950)
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	typical for the category
Closure rate	4.0% of outlets	about average
Disclosed lawsuits	0	fewer than most

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What their own earnings claim actually says

Gross sales data for 2024-2025 by quadrant; median $240k-$295k. No net income/profit data. Limited expense detail disclosed.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

2025: 8 terminations, 6 closures (other), low transfer activity suggests retention challenges.

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Franchisor's framing: Gross sales data for 2024-2025 by quadrant; median $240k-$295k. No net income/profit data. Limi…

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Just Between Friends franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Just Between Friends franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $67,365–$99,615, including a $24,900 initial franchise fee.
How much do Just Between Friends franchise owners make?: Gross sales data for 2024-2025 by quadrant; median $240k-$295k. No net income/profit data. Limited expense detail disclosed. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Just Between Friends franchise failure rate?: 2025: 8 terminations, 6 closures (other), low transfer activity suggests retention challenges.
Is a Just Between Friends franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Just Between Friends scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 6% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 36122-202604-07 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Just Between Friends or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.