Most franchise calculators miss half the costs. This one was built by an operator who operated a franchise end to end and saw exactly what gets missed when nobody shows the full picture. Every cost category below came from a real P&L.
What the franchise says you'll make (or your actual numbers)
These are in your FDD - Items 5, 6, and 7. Don't skip any.
If rent eats more than 15% of revenue, that's a red flag.
Wages are only part of it. Payroll taxes, processing, and training add 15-25% more.
Day-to-day costs of running the business.
Invisible until they drain your bank account. Most franchise buyers forget ALL of them.
A franchise that can't pay you isn't a business - it's an expensive job that charges you for showing up.
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These ratios flag the exact problems that sink franchise owners. Green = healthy. Yellow = watch closely. Red = serious risk.
The calculators tell you what a deal costs. The two free diagnostics tell you whether you should be in the deal at all. The Fit Assessment scores whether franchising fits you. The Red Flag Scanner pressure-tests the deal in front of you. Each one ends with a full personalized AI report.
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Disclaimer: This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice. Results are estimates based on the inputs you provide and general industry data. Always consult with a qualified franchise attorney and certified public accountant before making any franchise investment decision. Franchise Caliber is not a law firm, accounting firm, or registered investment advisor.