ACE HANDYMAN SERVICES

Item 7 outlines the initial investment from $132,200 to $226,000, covering the $70,000 franchise fee, vehicles, tools, insurance, and three months' working capital—ideal for home-based ops in territories of 70,000-100,000 households. Ongoing fees hit 6% royalty plus 2% brand fund, plus $599 monthly software and $125 recruiting in year one, keeping costs predictable. Item 19 shines with average gross sales of $473,921, and estimated owner profits ranging $3,994 to $49,793 based on financial performance representations—highlighting variability but potential for six figures at top end after expenses.

System health looks stable with 383 franchise locations (up 4% from 369 in 2024) and 18 corporates, fueled by 32 projected new units and 19 transfers. Low attrition at 10 terminations and 2 non-renewals signals owner satisfaction, backed by 98 SBA loans averaging $154,530 with just 3.1% default rate—far below industry norms. For buyers eyeing services, this Ace-backed model offers scalable growth via tech and brand pull, though wide profit spreads mean vetting territory and ops execution is key to hitting upper performance.