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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.
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Franchise Costs
Sliding scale royalty (6% base) + 2% marketing fund + $50/mo technology fee + $209-$264/mo CoreBridge
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 125 franchised Image360 Centers located in the United States that were in operation for at least one full calendar year as of December 31, 2025, providing Annual Gross Sales data for Calendar Year 2024. A separate Operating Ratio Study was conducted on 72 franchised Image360 Participating Centers open for at least one full year as of December 31, 2024.
* Calculated average_ebitda ($188,486.28) using the average gross revenue from the Operating Ratio Study ($1,108,091) multiplied by the average EBITDA margin (17.01%). Calculated average_gross_profit ($752,393.79) using the average gross revenue from the Operating Ratio Study ($1,108,091) multiplied by (1 - average Cost of Goods Sold percentage (32.10%)). Estimated best_guess_profit_low ($36,639.03) and best_guess_profit_high ($624,646.15) by applying the average EBITDA margin (17.01%) to the low ($215,397) and high ($3,672,229) ends of the Gross Revenue range from the Operating Ratio Study.
Extracted Item 19 Section
Avg. Revenue: $909,792
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In the competitive business services space, RSVP has notched impressive growth since launching franchising in 2019, building to 129 locations with just one corporate-owned unit. Item 19 unveils revenue figures and profit estimates that paint a picture of high potential alongside stark inconsistencies, while litigation notes hint at operational friction. Can this young system's trajectory sustain franchisee success, or do the cracks foreshadow trouble?
RSVP's track record shows steady expansion for a brand only five years into franchising: 129 franchise locations, 6 projected new units, but with 3 terminations and 5 transfers signaling some churn (FDD Items 20/21). No major contraction, yet the modest projected growth tempers aggressive expansion hype. Backed by Alliance Franchise Holdings, the system targets consultative sales for SMB marketing, outsourcing allowed—appealing for operators leveraging local partners, but reliant on sales prowess in crowded markets.
Economics reveal a mid-range entry: $40,000 franchise fee, total investment $358,626-$637,266 (Item 7), plus sliding 6% royalty, 2% ad fund, $50/month tech, and $209-$264/month CoreBridge fees. Item 19 shines with avg gross revenue $909,792, median $690,337—top performers skew the average, yielding EBITDA margin of 0% and profits from $36,639-$624,646. Nine SBA loans averaging $684,633 carry an 11.1% default rate, above norms, while breach disputes and unpaid fees litigation (Item 3) raise post-sale support and enforcement flags. Variance screams operator skill dependency; low median and zero margins question scalability for average investors.
Analysis based on the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.
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 |
| RE/MAX | $37K – $337K | $35K | 1.0% | 2,994 |
| JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE | $71K – $105K | $25K | 15.0% | 2,744 |
| CRUISE PLANNERS | $2K – $21K | $11K | 3.0% | 2,655 |
Business Services Average 198 franchises | $121K – $289K | $47K | 10.2% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 198 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.
9 SBA loans on record
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166 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
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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
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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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