How many TRANSWORLD franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, TRANSWORLD has 466 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2010.

Can you get an SBA loan for a TRANSWORLD franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for TRANSWORLD franchises. Historical data shows 23 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for TRANSWORLD franchisees, with an average loan amount of $207,865. The historical default rate is 8.7%.

Is TRANSWORLD a good franchise to buy?

TRANSWORLD shows several positive indicators: established brand with 466+ locations, low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

TRANSWORLD

FDD Year:

Transworld Business Advisors franchises operate as business brokerages that facilitate the purchase and sale of existing businesses, including franchised ones, and provide lead referral services for franchisors by recruiting and matching prospective franchisees with suitable franchise concepts. Franchisees also assist business owners in establishing franchise systems. The target market includes small to medium-sized business sellers and buyers, as well as individuals seeking entrepreneurial opportunities through franchising, with operations from a single office in a designated marketing area generating revenue via commissions and fees.

466

Locations

$114K–$144K

Investment

Since 2010

Franchising

ServicesWest Palm Beach, FLUnited Franchise GroupDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$69,500

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$114,040 – $143,615

Low: $114,040High: $143,615

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

10.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

1.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$230 – $230

Item 6 of FDD

10% royalty (tiered to 8%, min $500-$1,000/mo) + 1% ad fund (min $250/DMA) + $230/mo base agent/technology fee (additional per agent/employee)

How TRANSWORLD Compares

Key Insights

Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Business Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
TRANSWORLD Current	$114K – $144K	$70K	10.0%	466
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 188 franchises	$118K – $284K	$47K	10.4%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 188 Business Services franchises by location count.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for TRANSWORLD franchisees (2017 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$207,865

Total Volume

$4.8M

Default Rate

8.7%

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

193 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

193 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a TRANSWORLD franchise ranges from $114,040 to $143,615. This includes a franchise fee of $69,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 10.0% of gross sales.