15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Sunbelt Business Brokers franchise ranges from $61K to $115K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Sunbelt Business Brokers is $45K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Sunbelt Business Brokers 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Sunbelt Business Brokers does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Sunbelt Business Brokers franchise is approximately 4.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 4.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $250/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisSunbelt Business Brokers has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Sunbelt Business Brokers franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisSunbelt Business Brokers offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisSunbelt Business Brokers currently operates 130 locations (2025 FDD) (129 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system grew by 6.6% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 2.4%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Sunbelt Business Brokers is 0.8% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisSunbelt Business Brokers does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Sunbelt Business Brokers is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisSunbelt Business Brokers's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 1 year within 50 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Sunbelt Business Brokers's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisSunbelt Business Brokers provides 16 hours of initial training over approximately 0 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, Sunbelt Business Brokers provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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