CARD MY YARD
Card My Yard franchises operate yard greeting businesses that provide services for setting up and displaying festive yard signs and customized messages designed for temporary display in front of customers’ homes and businesses to commemorate and celebrate events and occasions of all kinds. Franchisees use the franchisor's proprietary business operating system, including methods, procedures, manuals, standards, and marks, typically from a home office with garage storage. The target market consists of homeowners, renters, and businesses with yards seeking luxury lifestyle purchases in a developing market influenced by consumer tastes and economic conditions.
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
Financial Requirements
25% royalty + 0% marketing fund
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 505 franchised Card My Yard businesses that were in operation throughout the entire Reporting Period (calendar year 2023), open for at least 12 months, excluding locations that ceased operation in 2024 or opened less than 12 months.
* Average gross revenue and median gross revenue are directly extracted from the 'System (all franchise locations over 1 year old)' row in Table 1 (page 2), which represents 505 franchised units. The document explicitly states that the 'Estimated Gross Profit' figures (Table 5, page 5) do not include all operating expenses (e.g., wages, costs of goods sold, vehicle maintenance costs, insurance, local marketing expenses, marketing fees, utilities, and various other expenses). Therefore, net income, net profit, EBITDA, and related margins or profit ranges cannot be reliably determined from the provided data and are set to null.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How CARD MY YARD Compares to Other Entertainment & Recreation Franchises
Key Insights
- One of the lowest investment costs in Entertainment & Recreation (ranked #1 of 23)
- #1 largest franchise system in Entertainment & Recreation
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CARD MY YARD Current | $10K - $19K | $9K | 25.0% | 505 |
| AMERICAN POOLPLAYER'S ASSOCIATION INC | $22K - $31K | $10K | 20.0% | 334 |
| PAINTING WITH A TWIST | $119K - $256K | $25K | 6.0% | 219 |
| URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARK | $3.1M - $8.4M | $100K | 7.0% | 193 |
| D-Bat | $536K - $1.0M | $45K | 40.0% | 170 |
| AMAZING ATHLETES | $73K - $99K | $50K | 8.0% | 155 |
Entertainment & Recreation Average 23 franchises | $687K - $1.7M | $47K | 10.2% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 23 Entertainment & Recreation 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
+30 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a CARD MY YARD franchise?
The total initial investment to open a CARD MY YARD franchise ranges from $10,350 to $18,550. This includes a franchise fee of $8,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 25.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a CARD MY YARD franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a CARD MY YARD franchise is $19,721. The median revenue is $14,973.
How many CARD MY YARD franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, CARD MY YARD has 505 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2017.
Is CARD MY YARD a good franchise to buy?
CARD MY YARD shows several positive indicators: established brand with 505+ locations, 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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