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BUDGET BLINDS
Budget Blinds franchises operate primarily mobile businesses offering the retail sale and installation of window coverings such as blinds and shades. Franchisees use branded vans for sales calls and installations, generating leads through digital marketing, canvassing, home shows, print media, and referrals, with products shipped from vendors. They serve residential and commercial customers within assigned territories, competing with department stores and specialty retailers in the window covering market.
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Franchise Costs
3.5% royalty (greater of 3.5% or fixed monthly min. $1,250-$2,500 by Tier 3-1 after 2025) + national ad fund ($500-$1,500/mo by tier) + $600/mo technology fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Historical financial information concerning the unaudited reported annual sales of a subset of our existing outlets, namely those franchisees who reported gross sales and who were open for business for all of calendar year 2024 (253 single territory franchisees, 207 two territory franchisees representing 414 territories, and 123 three or more territory franchisees, representing an aggregate total of 480 territories).
* Average gross revenue calculated as a weighted average of the average sales for each territory segment for 2024: (253 franchisees × $853,650 + 207 franchisees × $1,252,032 + 123 franchisees × $2,508,917) / 583 total franchisees = $1,344,324. Median gross revenue is the median of the Two Territories segment ($968,124), as the overall median franchisee (292nd out of 583) falls within this segment (franchisees 254-460). Revenue top quartile is the 75th percentile of the Two Territories segment ($1,482,296), as the overall 75th percentile franchisee (437th out of 583) falls within this segment (franchisees 254-460). Revenue bottom quartile is the 25th percentile of the One Territory segment ($407,517), as the overall 25th percentile franchisee (146th out of 583) falls within this segment (franchisees 1-253). No information on net income, net profit, EBITDA, or expense data was provided for profit estimation.
Extracted Item 19 Section
Avg. Revenue: $1,344,324
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In the competitive home improvement sector, Budget Blinds stands out with Item 19 financial disclosures that highlight exceptional revenue potential for a mobile service business, far exceeding typical benchmarks. Yet, recent growth has stalled completely, raising questions about expansion momentum. What drives those high figures, and can new franchisees replicate them amid flat unit counts?
Item 7 outlines the initial investment from $100,500 to $211,250, including a $19,950 franchise fee, inventory, vehicles, and marketing startup. Ongoing fees hit hard: 3.5% royalty (or tiered minimums $1,250-$2,500 monthly post-2025), $500-$1,500 national ad fund, and $600 monthly technology fee. Item 19 shines with average gross revenue of $1,344,324 and median $968,124 across locations, suggesting top performers crush it in window coverings sales via leads from digital, shows, and referrals. That gap between average and median flags high variance—strong territories thrive, weaker ones lag, so location scouting is crucial for profitability.
System health shows stability with 1,366 locations but 0% growth from 1,362 in 2023 to 1,367 in 2024; 31 terminations reflect moderate churn, while 87 transfers and 32 projected new units indicate resale activity over organic boom. SBA data bolsters appeal: 328 loans averaging $336,922 with just 2.4% default rate, far below industry norms, signaling franchisee financing success. Litigation centers on royalty collection suits, a common pressure point but not systemic red flags. For investors eyeing $1M+ sales in a van-based model, this FDD paints a high-reward setup if you nail your market—otherwise, fees could squeeze margins in a saturated field.
Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.
How BUDGET BLINDS Compares
Key Insights
- #1 largest franchise system in Home Improvement
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BUDGET BLINDS Current | $101K – $211K | $20K | 3.5% | 1,366 |
| Koala Insulation | $195K – $242K | $50K | 6.5% | 333 |
| Five Star Bath Solutions | $162K – $334K | $60K | 6.0% | 306 |
| CERTA PROPAINTERS | $171K – $321K | $65K | N/A | 303 |
| FCI | $184K – $249K | $55K | 5.0% | 288 |
| That 1 Painter | $113K – $189K | $59K | 6.0% | 265 |
Home Improvement Average 64 franchises | $139K – $246K | $51K | 6.2% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 64 Home Improvement 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
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Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for BUDGET BLINDS franchisees (2010 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
328 SBA loans on record
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1,631 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
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Litigation (Item 3)
Suits to collect royalty payments and fees from franchisees.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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The total initial investment to open a BUDGET BLINDS franchise ranges from $100,500 to $211,250. This includes a franchise fee of $19,950. Ongoing royalty fees are 3.5% of gross sales.
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