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.

Today, in 5 minutes or less:

✔ This Franchise does $29.7M in sales with one territory**

✔ Resale with $800,000 in sales**

✔ This Florida Couple Found the Right Franchise Fit

✔  Why Ace Hardware Has 5,000 Stores (Costs, Fees, & Sales)

*Highest Gross Revenue of Territories in Group according to Table 1-A of FDD Issued Apr 23, 2025 **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 the asking price supplied by the Seller. 

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Franchise resales possess many benefits for aspiring business owners – established cash flow, experienced employees, systems in place, and brand awareness, to name a few. 

This week, our featured resale comes from CertaPro Painters. Established in 1992, CertaPro has nearly 500 franchise units throughout the United States and Canada. They are the largest residential and commercial painting franchise in North America. Entrepreneur Magazine ranks the franchise #1 overall in the home services industry.

CertaPro Painters – North Nashville, TN

• Asking price of $619,000
• Rolling 12-month revenue of $800,000
• Cash flow – Available upon request

Other Strong Certa Pro Resales Available in:

• Thousand Oaks, CA

• Charleston, SC

• Atlanta, GA 

• Washington DC

• Barlett, TN

• Virginia Peninsula, VA

• And more! Ask us

• No experience needed in painting or home improvement; this opportunity is about leading a team. Get support every step of the way with field and online training, technology resources, and turnkey marketing campaigns. 
• CertaPro is one of the strongest home services franchises in the industry. They have a strong, hands-on training (five weeks) and support program for their zees, leading to a 90%+ retention rate amongst their network over the past 3 years.
• The CertaPro franchise system boasts a strong Item 19. Average All (1 year+) = $2,134,130 (2025 Franchise Disclosure Document)
• The #1 goal of CertaPro Painters is to help their franchisees grow big, profitable businesses.

Aaron spent years working in TV production, but he and his wife Eva were ready for something new. They wanted a business they could run together in Parrish, Florida, something simple, steady, and close to home.

They looked at a bunch of options, from home services to pet care brands, but nothing really stood out at first.

Then they found Puddle Pools.

The recurring revenue, the easy-to-run model, and the chance to get involved in their local community just made sense. After spending time with the team and doing their due diligence, they knew it was the right move.

Now, Aaron and Eva are the proud owners of their own Puddle Pools territory and are gearing up to launch. Excited to see what they build together!

Homewatch CareGivers offers in-home personal care, companion services, skilled nursing, dementia care, post-hospital support, and childcare. Franchisees build teams of caregivers who deliver compassionate services to seniors and clients of all ages.

Founded in 1980 by Paul Sauer, Homewatch CareGivers began franchising in 1996 and is now part of Authority Brands, LLC. Currently headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, it stands as one of the most established in-home care systems in the industry.

• Franchise Units: 224 U.S. locations
• Franchise Fee: $50,000
• Royalty Fee: 5% of gross revenue
• Brand Fund Fee: 0.5% – 2% of gross revenue
• Initial Investment: $121,640 – $177,830
• Net Worth Requirement: $350,000
• Liquid Capital Required: $80,000
• Term: 10 years
  *Numbers according to their FDD released on April 23, 2025

• Empathetic leaders – a heart for caregiving and the ability to build trust with clients and their families.

• People-operation oriented – adept at pairing caregivers to clients, compliance, and scheduling.

• Business-minded executors – able to manage recruiting, training, and financial oversight.

• Community connectors – willing to develop referral networks with hospitals, physicians, and senior organizations.

• Growth-focused operators – excited to scale beyond the initial office, possibly with multi-unit expansion.

*Tables below taken from the Homewatch Caregivers 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document – Item 19 

Benefits for the Franchisee:

• Demand – By 2030, 1 in 5 US residents will be over the age of 65, and 70% of people who are 65 or older will require long-term care. This is something that is only growing.
• Recurring Revenue – Most of your clients will need a caregiver for an extended period of time. This could be weeks to years, allowing you to rely on consistent income every month.
• Multiple Revenue Streams – You’ll start with non-medical care and will have the option to add on medical care that is more complex and will require certified nurses. Some franchisees have even added care for children as a revenue stream.
• History & Support – Founded in 1980, they have a long-established history of running this business, and in 2017 were acquired by Authority Brands, so now you’ll benefit from the systems/referrals of other franchises.
• Strong brand pedigree – Authority Brands portfolio offers stability and best practices sharing.

Ace Hardware’s franchise model is unlike anything else, with no royalties, co-op ownership, and massive growth.

In this episode, we break down the costs, revenue, and unique features of the Ace Hardware franchise model using their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

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That’s a wrap for this week’s Franchise Empire newsletter. 

Feel free to reply with any questions, or feedback. I appreciate and value your time and attention.

I’ll see you at the same time next week!

-Tariq and The Franchise Empire Team

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