Lightspeed Restoration (General offering)

Item 7 lays out the initial investment from $154,230 to $334,000, unusually accessible for restoration thanks to a mere $5,000 franchise fee—far below industry norms. Ongoing fees include an 8% royalty that tiers down to 5% on higher YTD revenue, a flat 2% ad fund, and $750 monthly tech fee ($250 per extra territory). Item 19 shines brightly: average gross revenue hits $792,390 across disclosed units, with estimated owner profits ranging $459,586 to $578,445 after expenses. For a system franchising since 2023 under proven parent Home Franchise Concepts (backed by JM Family Enterprises), this translates to strong cash flow potential in protected territories, especially with 24/7 emergency response driving repeat insurance referrals.

Growth metrics scream momentum: units jumped 50% from 18 in 2023 to 27 in 2024, with 20 projected new openings. Health checks are solid—only 3 terminations and 1 transfer, no major red flags for a nascent brand. In home services, where disasters fuel evergreen demand, Lightspeed's low entry, tiered fees, and fat Item 19 margins make it a contender for operators eyeing six-figure profits without massive upfront capital. If you're scouting resilient recession-proof plays, this FDD paints a compelling picture worth modeling for your scenario.