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AR HOMES

AR HOMES

AR Franchising, Inc. offers franchises for operating residential homebuilding businesses that construct and market single-family and multi-family homes using proprietary plans, marks, copyrights, software bundle, and operational system. Franchisees customize plans, maintain a model home open to the public, and sell residential homes and lots in designated non-exclusive territories. The target market primarily consists of move-up home buyers and consumers seeking custom residential products.

Since 1991Construction & Home ImprovementSt. Petersburg, FLAR Family Holdings, LLCwww.arhomes.com
Item 19 AvailableSBA Loan Data

Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.

Overview

Investment
$535,000 - $2,190,000
Franchise Fee
$65,000
Locations
42

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$65,000
Initial Investment Range$535,000 - $2,190,000
Royalty Rate3.50%
Brand Fund0.25%
Fixed Monthly Fees$100 - $100

3.5-4.25% royalty (greater of percentage of ASP or minimum annual royalty) + 0.25% brand fund + $100/mo technology fee

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations42
Corporate Locations0
States Operating12
Franchising Since1991
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$14,747,541
Median Gross Revenue
$10,358,953
Average Net Income
$1,228,495

Data Based On: 29 of the 42 existing, active franchised AR Homes® Building Companies that closed a home in 2024 and have reported their full year financial results to us through ARIS.

* Best guess profit range is estimated using the average Adjusted Net Income ($1,228,495) as the low end and the average Gross Profit ($2,736,090) as the high end, as these are the explicit profit figures provided in the table. No segmented data was available to calculate quartile revenues.

Extracted Item 19 Section

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States by Outlet Count
1FL
19
2NC
6
3SC
5
4TN
3
5TX
3
6IN
2
7VA
1
8GA
1
9OH
1
10AL
1
11MN
0

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for AR HOMES franchisees (2022 - 2025)

Total Loans
4
Average Loan Amount
$862,500
Total Loan Volume
$3,450,000
Default Rate
0.0%

Loans by Year

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Litigation Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
3
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
N/A
System Transfers
0
Sold to Franchisees
N/A
Projected New Franchises
8

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a AR HOMES franchise?

The total initial investment to open a AR HOMES franchise ranges from $535,000 to $2,190,000. This includes a franchise fee of $65,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 3.5% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a AR HOMES franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a AR HOMES franchise is $14,747,541. The median revenue is $10,358,953.

How much profit can you make with a AR HOMES franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a AR HOMES franchise ranges from $1,228,495 to $2,736,090 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many AR HOMES franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, AR HOMES has 42 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1991.

Can you get an SBA loan for a AR HOMES franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for AR HOMES franchises. Historical data shows 4 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for AR HOMES franchisees, with an average loan amount of $862,500. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is AR HOMES a good franchise to buy?

AR HOMES shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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