Sandler
Health Score
60 Our derived Health Score (1–100) = growth (30%) + fees (20%) + scale (20%) + transparency (15%) + data quality (15%) no_exclusive_territoryhigh_royalty_rateescalating_monthly_service_chargeout_of_state_dispute_resolutionsmall_system
Investment Range Total estimated initial investment from the FDD, including franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and working capital.
$78K–$102K
Franchise Fee One-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor for the right to operate under their brand.
$44,000–$59,000
Royalty Ongoing fee paid to the franchisor, typically a percentage of gross revenue, paid weekly or monthly.
8%
Gross Revenues
Total Units Total number of franchised and company-owned locations currently operating.
138
+0.7% growth
Initial Investment Breakdown
| Category | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $59,000 | $59,000 |
| Professional Fees (legal/accounting) | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Technology / Computer Equipment | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Marketing Materials | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance (first year) | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds (6 months working capital) | $11,500 | $27,250 |
| Total | $77,500 | $102,250 |
Financial Performance (Item 19)
Avg Revenue Average gross revenue reported by franchisees in the FDD's Item 19 financial performance representation.
$738K
Sample Size Number of franchise locations included in the financial performance data. Larger samples are more reliable.
107
Above Average Percentage of reporting units that earned above the system average. Below 50% means a few top performers skew the average up.
32%
Reporting period: 2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31
Unit Growth
| Year | Total Units | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 140 | — | — |
| 2023 | 137 | — | — |
| 2024 | 138 | — | — |
Other Ongoing Fees
| Fee | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Service Charge (escalating) | $$0 months 1–2; $400 months 3–5; $800 months 6–8; $1,200 months 9–12; increases ~10%/year for 4 years, ~5%/year renewal | monthly |
| Email Service Fee | $$584/year | annually |
| HubSpot CRM License | $$100/month | monthly |
| Transfer Fee (if 12% of sale price is greater) | $$12,500 minimum or 12% of total sale price (greater of the two) | upon transfer |
Quick Facts
Fee Burden Combined percentage of gross revenue paid in ongoing fees (royalty + advertising/marketing fund).
11%
royalty + ad fund
Franchised Number of locations owned by independent franchisees, not the franchisor.
138
Company-Owned Locations owned directly by the franchisor. High ratios can signal corporate confidence — or difficulty selling franchises.
0
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Source: FDD filed in MN, 2025. Extracted 2026-04-05.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Sandler a franchise?
- Yes, Sandler is a franchise with 138 locations. Prospective owners purchase the right to operate under the Sandler brand and system by signing a franchise agreement and paying a franchise fee. The full terms are disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
- How much does it cost to open a Sandler franchise?
- The total initial investment for a Sandler franchise ranges from $78K to $102K, according to the 2025 FDD. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital.
- How much do Sandler franchise owners make?
- According to the 2025 FDD Item 19, the average annual gross revenue for a Sandler franchise is $738K (based on 107 units). Note that gross revenue is not profit — operating costs, royalties, rent, and labor must be subtracted.
- How many Sandler franchise locations are there?
- As of the 2025 FDD, Sandler has 138 total units (+0.7% growth rate).