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ATWORK

ATWORK

AtWork is a staffing franchise that provides temporary clerical, administrative, and light industrial personnel to customers within a specific protected territory, along with non-exclusive rights for full-time placements. Franchisees operate under the AtWork brand and systems, employing the workers while the franchisor manages billing, collections, and remittances after deducting royalties and fees. The target market includes employers with 20 or more employees per location in the multi-billion-dollar staffing industry.

Since 1992ServicesKnoxville, TNwww.atwork.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
$156,000 - $213,000
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Locations
84

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$40,000
Initial Investment Range$156,000 - $213,000
Royalty Rate7.00%
Brand Fund0.50%
Fixed Monthly Fees$149 - $149

7% royalty (9% for full-time placements) + 0.5% marketing fund + $149/mo technology bundle fee

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations84
Corporate Locations6
States Operating32
Franchising Since1992
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$3,498,601.63
Median Gross Revenue
$1,545,405
EBITDA Margin
20.33%
Average Gross Profit
$604,309.42

Data Based On: 71 franchised offices that operated during the entire 2024 calendar year, grouped by years of operation.

* Calculated weighted average gross revenue: (23 units × $1,399,588 + 48 units × $4,504,379) / 71 total units = $3,498,601.63. Calculated weighted average gross profit: (23 units × $266,695 + 48 units × $766,083) / 71 total units = $604,309.42. Calculated weighted average gross margin percentage: (23 units × 19.96% + 48 units × 20.50%) / 71 total units = 20.33%. Overall median gross revenue is taken from the '71 Franchised Offices' table on Page 2. Best guess profit range is based on the average gross profit as no range was provided.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How ATWORK Compares to Other Business Services Franchises

Key Insights

  • Higher investment than 79% of Business Services franchises
  • Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Business Services
FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
ATWORK
Current
$156K - $213K$40K7.0%84
Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC$14K - $607KN/AN/A6,454
THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL)$216K - $609K$30K5.0%4,500
JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE$71K - $105K$25K15.0%2,744
CRUISE PLANNERS$2K - $21K$11K3.0%2,655
SERVPRO (UNIT)$259K - $380K$100K10.0%2,286
Business Services Average
187 franchises
$118K - $285K$46K10.4%-

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 187 Business Services franchises by location count.

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
1CA
14
2TX
9
3NC
9
4TN
5
5ME
5
6MI
4
7PA
4
8NY
3
9FL
3
10UT
3
11GA
3
12AZ
2
13OH
2
14MO
2
15VA
2

+16 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for ATWORK franchisees (2016 - 2025)

Total Loans
13
Average Loan Amount
$191,938
Total Loan Volume
$2,495,200
Default Rate
15.4%

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
0
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
5
System Transfers
0
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New Franchises
15

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a ATWORK franchise?

The total initial investment to open a ATWORK franchise ranges from $156,000 to $213,000. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a ATWORK franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a ATWORK franchise is $3,498,601.63. The median revenue is $1,545,405.

How much profit can you make with a ATWORK franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a ATWORK franchise ranges from $604,309.42 to $604,309.42 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many ATWORK franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, ATWORK has 84 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1992.

Can you get an SBA loan for a ATWORK franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for ATWORK franchises. Historical data shows 13 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for ATWORK franchisees, with an average loan amount of $191,938. The historical default rate is 15.4%.

Is ATWORK a good franchise to buy?

ATWORK shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19). 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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