your unfiltered guide to smarter franchise decisions
This site is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as legal, financial, or business advice. All information is based on publicly available documents, public regulatory filings, and voluntary franchisee reports. Readers should conduct their own independent due diligence and consult appropriate legal counsel before making any investment decisions.
About franchise reality check™
Franchise Reality Check™ was created to do what franchisors often won’t: tell the whole truth.
We’re an independent watchdog resource built to help prospective franchisees navigate the franchise buying process with eyes wide open. By analyzing Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs), identifying red flags, and exposing inconsistencies between marketing and reality, we provide buyers with the clarity they need. Before they sign.
This platform was built by franchise insiders who’ve lived both the promise and the pitfalls of franchising. We’ve seen firsthand how vague disclosures, inflated claims, and hidden risks can cost new franchisees everything. We believe that every buyer deserves a chance to make fully informed decisions, and we’re here to make sure they can.
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