Mastercare

Item 7 lays out the initial investment at $125,800 to $223,450, covering a $45,000 franchise fee (Item 5), real estate, equipment, and three months' operating capital. Ongoing fees hit 5% of gross revenues or a $1,000 monthly minimum if lower, dropping to 4.5% above $350,000 monthly gross (Item 6), plus 2% into the national marketing fund. No Item 19 disclosure means no average revenue or profit figures from existing units, a red flag in an industry where peers often share this to attract buyers—leaving investors guessing on payback timelines without validated sales data.

System health shows caution: only 5 corporate locations after 12 years, with 12 projected new units signaling ambition but limited scale. Just 1 SBA loan on record averaging $150,000 hints at low franchisee financing uptake, possibly due to the full-time owner involvement required initially and commercial office needs. For senior care enthusiasts eyeing staffing upside, the mid-range costs appeal versus nursing home franchises, but the lack of Item 19 and modest traction suggest vetting closely—strong demographics can't overcome thin operational proof yet.