Hey Empire Builders,
Welcome to this week’s Franchise Empire Newsletter, where we share specific franchise opportunities that we think are interesting and examples of everyday folks building their empires.
**Sales are non-verified information provided by the franchise Owner. The data provided has NOT been verified by the franchisor.You should treat the values as approximated values. Buyer is encouraged to independently verify the financial information and asking price supplied by the Seller.
Franchise resales possess many benefits for aspiring business owners - established cash flow, experienced employees, systems in place, and brand awareness, to name a few.
Home Services business
Asking Price: $415,000
2024 Gross Sales: $1.04M**
**Sales/ SDE, or any financial numbers, are non-verified information provided by the franchise Owner. The data provided has NOT been verified by the franchisor. You should treat the values as approximated values. Buyer is encouraged to independently verify the financial information and asking price supplied by the Seller.
This Franchisor is part of an established brand with proven systems and a long track record of success
Growth opportunity for a hands-on operator and experienced leader.
We have a list of over 100+ resales with various brands spanning the United States and Canada. Click the link below to find out what specific opportunities are available in your area.
After 35 years in banking, most recently as a Chief Marketing Officer and Senior VP, Kurt was ready for something new. He and his wife, Julia, had just moved from Iowa to Boston to be closer to family, and he wasn’t looking to go back to the corporate grind.
Kurt wanted a business he could be hands-on with, something fast-paced, customer-focused, and built around quality. After exploring multiple opportunities, his love for cars, mechanical mindset, and connection to the mission made an aviation detailing franchise the perfect fit for him.
He and Julia are now the proud owners of one territory in Massachusetts and are jumping into this next chapter with energy and purpose.
Laura, his broker at Franchise Empire, shared: “Kurt brought a clear vision, strong instincts, and real passion to the process. I’m excited to see what he and Julia build together.”
Congrats on starting this new journey, Kurt!
Franchise resales possess many benefits for aspiring business owners - established cash flow, experienced employees, systems in place, and brand awareness, to name a few.
Description & History:
Back in 1958, college brothers Dan and Frank Carney borrowed $600 from their mom to open a small pizza shop in Wichita, Kansas. The sign above their door only had space for eight letters, so “Pizza Hut” was born.
They started small, but people loved the pizza. Within a year, they began franchising, and by 1966, there were more than 140 Pizza Huts across the U.S. What began as a single storefront quickly turned into a nationwide sensation.
Over the decades, Pizza Hut became known for its creativity. In 1995, they launched the legendary Stuffed Crust Pizza, and the campaign featured none other than Donald Trump. Then, in 2001, they made history again by delivering the first pizza to space. It was vacuum-sealed, extra seasoned for zero gravity, and sent to the International Space Station with the Russian Space Agency.
Today, Pizza Hut operates in over 110 countries and remains one of the largest pizza chains in the world. From a $600 loan to a slice of space history, it’s a brand built on innovation, nostalgia, and a love of pizza that’s out of this world. So what would it look like to open one of your own?👇
*You should treat the values as approximated values. These values were found online through research.
Numbers*:
*Numbers according to FDD, released on April 17, 2025, and their updated website.
Ideal Franchise Candidate:
Experienced Operator: Someone with multi-unit or QSR experience who can manage teams and systems efficiently.
Driven Investor: Entrepreneurs looking for scalable opportunities in established global markets.
Brand Builder: Individuals who believe in Pizza Hut’s long-term legacy and commitment to innovation.
Hands-On Leader: Franchisees ready to stay actively involved in operations, community engagement, and customer experience.
Financial Data*:
*Screenshots below taken from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document - Item 19
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Episode #139: Buy A Business That Already Makes $100,000?!
Most people think buying a business means instant income and freedom, but that’s rarely how it works. In this episode, we break down the misconceptions around franchise resales and why they often lead to frustration. You'll learn the difference between starting fresh vs. buying an existing business. We also unpack the fear of starting from zero and why that mindset might be holding you back. This episode will help you think more clearly about your next move.
Episode #140: How Much Money Does a Smoothie King Franchise Really Make?
Is the Smoothie King franchise really worth the $1.2 million investment? In this video, I break down everything you need to know from startup costs and royalty fees to average sales and profit margins. We dig into Smoothie King’s 2025 FDD to uncover what franchise owners are actually making and whether this is a smart play or a costly mistake.
That’s a wrap for this week's Franchise Empire newsletter.
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I’ll see you at the same time next week!
-Tariq and The Franchise Empire Team