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

F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT does disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2026 FDD, including average and median gross revenue figures. Get full access to see the exact revenue numbers and detailed financial breakdown.

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

As of the 2026 FDD, F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT has 182 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. We have historical SBA 7(a) loan data on file including approval counts, average loan amounts, and default rates. Get full access to see the complete SBA loan history.

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 182+ 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.

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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.

FDD Year:

182locations

$86K–$125K

Since 2005

ServicesCincinnati, OHwww.freshcoatpainters.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$54,900

Initial Investment

$86,150 – $125,250

Royalty Rate

6.00%

Brand Fund

2.00%

Fixed Monthly Fees

$499 – $499

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

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

$751,964

Median Gross Revenue

$653,107

Top Quartile Revenue

$1,477,436

Bottom Quartile Revenue

$291,457

Average Gross Profit

$284,242.39

Data Based On: 62 franchised outlets open for at least one year and operating full-time in the U.S. for the 12 months between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025, who submitted income statements by March 30, 2026.

* Calculated average_gross_profit by multiplying cumulative Average Gross Revenues ($751,964) by cumulative Average Gross Profit % (37.8%) for the year ending 12/31/2025.

Extracted Item 19 Section

Avg. Revenue: $751,964

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

Key Insights

Lower investment than 79% 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	$86K – $125K	$55K	6.0%	182
MERRY MAIDS	$127K – $166K	$55K	7.0%	933
HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES	$136K – $164K	$118K	10.0%	672
Culligan	$130K – $816K	$41K	2.0%	438
ONE HOUR AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING;	$143K – $287K	$43K	6.0%	418
AMERICA'S SWIMMING POOL COMPANY	$89K – $213K	$40K	5.0%	410
Home Services Average 138 franchises	$143K – $271K	$52K	6.8%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 138 Home Services franchises by location count.

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.

23 SBA loans on record

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Franchisee Contacts

130 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

130 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases2

Post-termination noncompetition enforcement against former franchisee and breach of contract arbitration against 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a F.C. FRANCHISING SYSTEMS, INC DBA FRESH COAT franchise ranges from $86,150 to $125,250. This includes a franchise fee of $54,900. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.