How much revenue does a F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchise is $659,219.32. The median revenue is $594,928.

How many F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT has 187 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2005.

Can you get an SBA loan for a F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchises. Historical data shows 23 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchisees, with an average loan amount of $182,100. The historical default rate is 8.7%.

Is F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT a good franchise to buy?

F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT shows several positive indicators: established brand with 187+ locations, 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.

F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT

Fresh Coat franchises operate painting businesses offering interior and exterior painting as well as wallpapering services to residential and commercial clients. Franchisees market to the general public through direct mail advertising and referrals from sources like real estate agents, competing with local painting services. The franchisor's business model centers on selling and supporting these franchises in exclusive territories across the United States.

187

Locations

$81K–$117K

Investment

Since 2005

Franchising

ServicesCincinnati, OHwww.freshcoatpainters.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$49,900

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$81,150 – $116,750

Low: $81,150High: $116,750

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$499 – $499

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty (down to 4% based on Gross Revenues tiers) + 2% national branding fund + $499/mo technology/software fee

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

Median Gross Revenue

Top Quartile Revenue

Bottom Quartile Revenue

Data Based On: 62 franchised units open for at least one year, operated business full-time in the U.S., reported Gross Revenue for 12 months between Jan 1, 2024 and Dec 31, 2024, and submitted income statements by March 30, 2025.

* All figures are for the year ending December 31, 2024. Average Gross Revenue and Median Gross Revenue are taken directly from the 'Cumulative Franchises' table. Revenue Top Quartile is the 'Average Gross Revenues' from the 'First Quartile of Franchises' table. Revenue Bottom Quartile is the 'Average Gross Revenues' from the 'Fourth Quartile of Franchises' table. The document defines 'Gross Profit' as 'Gross Revenue minus the cost of direct labor and paint' and explicitly states it does not reflect other operating expenses. Therefore, 'average_net_profit', 'average_net_income', 'average_ebitda', 'ebitda_margin_pct', 'best_guess_profit_low', and 'best_guess_profit_high' cannot be determined or reliably estimated based on the provided information and user definitions.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT Compares

Key Insights

Lower investment than 82% of Home Services franchises
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT Current	$81K – $117K	$50K	6.0%	187
MERRY MAIDS	$127K – $166K	$55K	7.0%	933
HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES	$150K – $177K	$127K	10.0%	653
SIGN GYPSIES	$4K – $5K	$1K	N/A	587
MOSQUITO AUTHORITY	$54K – $128K	$45K	10.0%	546
Culligan	$130K – $814K	$40K	2.0%	460
Home Services Average 130 franchises	$144K – $289K	$53K	7.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 130 Home 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

1TX

2FL

3OH

4GA

5NC

6TN

7PA

8IL

9CO

10CA

11SC

12MD

13VA

14MA

15AR

+23 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchisees (2014 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$182,100

Total Volume

$4.2M

Default Rate

8.7%

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.

Franchisee Contacts

135 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases2

Enforcement of post-termination noncompetition agreement against a former franchisee and breach of contract arbitration against a franchisee.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchise ranges from $81,150 to $116,750. This includes a franchise fee of $49,900. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.