RSVP
RSVP franchises operate consultative sales businesses that assist small and medium-sized businesses in reaching high-end consumers through direct and digital marketing options, along with related products and services. Franchisees follow the franchisor's proprietary system, including distinctive formats, methods, trademarks, and standards, and may outsource approved services to local partners or affiliates. The business model involves selling franchises for these marketing service outlets in competitive U.S. markets.
Franchise Costs
Sliding scale royalty (6% base) + 2% marketing fund + $50/mo technology fee + $209-$264/mo CoreBridge
How RSVP Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 95% of Business Services franchises
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Business Services
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
RSVP Current | $359K – $637K | $40K | 6.0% | 129 |
| Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC | $14K – $607K | N/A | N/A | 6,454 |
| THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL) | $216K – $609K | $30K | 5.0% | 4,500 |
| JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE | $71K – $105K | $25K | 15.0% | 2,744 |
| CRUISE PLANNERS | $2K – $21K | $11K | 3.0% | 2,655 |
| SERVPRO (UNIT) | $259K – $380K | $100K | 10.0% | 2,286 |
Business Services Average 189 franchises | $121K – $290K | $47K | 10.4% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 189 Business Services franchises by location count.
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for RSVP franchisees (2015 – 2024)
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
166 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Breach of contract and termination disputes with franchisees, and unpaid fees/post-termination obligations by former franchisees.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a RSVP franchise ranges from $358,626 to $637,266. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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