Safeguard
Safeguard provides distributorship franchises where operators solicit orders for branded business products and services, including printed forms, checks, one-write accounting systems, envelopes, tax forms, software, printing, apparel, promotional products, and office supplies, which are manufactured or sourced by Safeguard Business Systems, Inc. Franchisees earn commissions on sales from the orders they solicit, as fulfillment is handled by the company. The target market primarily consists of small businesses with fewer than 50 employees, along with commercial, industrial, government, retail, and not-for-profit organizations.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
0% royalty + 0% ad fund + $65/mo CMS support + optional $30-$75/mo SLC access + optional $833/mo Base Connection fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Extracted Item 19 Section
How Safeguard Compares to Other Business Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 95% of Business Services franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Safeguard Current | $11K - $65K | $2K | 0.0% | 34 |
| 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 187 franchises | $118K - $285K | $46K | 10.4% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 187 Business Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+14 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily breach of contract disputes with pre-existing distributors involving commissions tracking and payments, customer protection rights, asset purchases, business acquisitions interference, and related claims like unfair trade practices.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Safeguard franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Safeguard franchise ranges from $11,080 to $65,130. This includes a franchise fee of $1,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 0.0% of gross sales.
How many Safeguard franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Safeguard has 34 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2015.
Is Safeguard a good franchise to buy?
Whether Safeguard is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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