CareBuilders At Home^®

Senior & Assisted Living Services • Year: 2026

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What Is CareBuilders At Home?

CareBuilders At Home is a franchise that provides non-medical in-home care services for senior citizens and disabled persons. The franchised businesses operate from a physical office location (the FDD states you will need at least 1,000 square feet) and solicit clients and private-care personnel within an assigned territory. It serves individual consumers (B2C) and delivers a core service bundle including companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, incidental transportation, grooming, assistance with activities of daily living (eating, bathing, walking, dressing), in-home emergency monitoring and medication management systems, assisted living guidance and senior placement services, with certain private-pay basic medical tasks permitted only as allowed by state licensure and franchisor protocols.

CareBuilders At Home Franchise: Pros and Cons

The most notable strength is the $0 initial franchise fee and $0 Item 7 training minimum, plus a clean legal record with zero lawsuits or penalties, which preserves capital and lowers dispute risk. The key risk is that the franchisor operates 0 corporate-owned units, limiting hands-on testing and operational oversight.

Pros

The initial franchise fee is $0, well below what's typical in Senior & Assisted Living Services, leaving you with more cash on hand for build-out and working capital.

The Item 7 training minimum is $0, which is well below industry practice and means you receive franchisor training without an extra upfront training bill.

No disclosed lawsuits, franchisee-initiated judgments/settlements, government penalties, franchisor enforcement actions, or fraud cases (all zero), well below typical for the sector - a clean legal and regulatory record that reduces potential dispute-related costs and distractions.

Cons

There are 0 corporate-owned units, well below what's normal in Senior & Assisted Living Services, meaning the franchisor does not operate locations itself and therefore has limited ability to field-test new procedures or maintain firsthand operational experience.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

CareBuilders At Home reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

43/100

NORMAL

CareBuilders At Home grants a protected, ZIP-code defined, site-specific Designated Territory targeting ~30,000–40,000 residents aged 65+, with site approval, relocations and market-density determinations subject to franchisor consent. Territory rights are contingent on semi-annual performance quotas; the franchisor may develop nearby units (no first-refusal) and sell via e-commerce/alternative distribution channels.

Training & Support

40/100

NORMAL

CareBuilders At Home provides a focused 61-hour training curriculum designed to prepare the two individuals included in the initial franchise fee for launch. The program includes on-site launch support as operational readiness assistance, with franchisees responsible for travel and lodging and on-site support subject to an additional fee.

Franchisee Stability

63/100

NORMAL

CareBuilders At Home receives a Normal Stability Score. Three-year turnover of 5.17% sits below the typical franchise (around 6%), placing the system modestly under the center of the broader franchising picture. Out of 3 total exits, terminations dominated with 3, alongside no non-renewals, no franchisor buybacks, and no ceased operations, while the system had about 22 franchised outlets in the most recent year.

The dominance of terminations suggests franchisor-initiated exits, which may mean operators struggled with the model or that the franchisor enforces standards aggressively. Prospective buyers should ask for examples of how the franchisor works with struggling operators, and for specifics on training, remediation, and available turnaround support. This is built on a compact track record (roughly 58 franchisees averaged across three years); continued retention as the system grows would solidify the picture. For prospective franchisees, retention is in line with industry peers.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a CareBuilders At Home Franchise?

Opening a CareBuilders At Home franchise requires a total initial investment of $110,700 to $166,500, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$110,700

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$166,500

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$49,500

Real Estate$4,000

Equipment & Assets$7,700

Reserves$35,000

Training$0

Other$14,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$49,500

Real Estate$9,500

Equipment & Assets$14,500

Reserves$70,000

Training$6,000

Other$17,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do CareBuilders At Home Franchise Owners Make?

CareBuilders At Home franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,909,010 and median gross sales of $1,609,462 in 2026, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$1,909,010

Median Gross Sales:

$1,609,462

High Gross Sales:

$5,347,452

Low Gross Sales:

$87,864

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

41.0%

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The Item 19 data covers only franchised outlets (22 Reporting Outlets for fiscal year ended September 30, 2025) and specifically excludes any company-owned outlets. For 2025 the reporting outlets show an average annual revenue of $1,909,010 and an average gross margin of 35.00% (implying average COGS ≈ 65.00%). The disclosure also notes that six reporting outlets are “legacy franchisees” with larger territories but that their performance was comparable to other reporting outlets during the reporting period.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability across outlets. In 2025 revenue ranged from $87,864 to $5,347,452 (a >60x spread), and the average ($1,909,010) exceeds the median ($1,609,462), indicating a right-skewed distribution driven by several high-performing outlets. Only 41% of outlets (9 of 22) were above the average revenue, which underscores concentration of revenue in a subset of outlets. Gross margin variability is narrower: average 35.00%, median 36.17%, high 48.25%, low 21.41%.

Data Scope and Limitations: The sample is 22 outlets that were open at least one year as of September 30, 2025; outlets open less than 12 months were excluded. The disclosure states the presented figures have not been audited and that individual results may differ. No net income figures are provided in Item 19, and written substantiation is available on request. These limits mean investors should treat the figures as indicative, perform independent due diligence, and request underlying records for specific outlets if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CareBuilders At Home a good franchise to own?

Whether CareBuilders At Home is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2026 FDD: CareBuilders At Home operates 28 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 40/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a CareBuilders At Home franchise worth the investment?

The value of a CareBuilders At Home franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $110,700 to $166,500. CareBuilders At Home disclosed average gross sales of $1,909,010 in 2026. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a CareBuilders At Home franchise?

Break-even timelines for CareBuilders At Home franchises are not disclosed in the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is CareBuilders At Home a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2026 FDD, CareBuilders At Home operates 28 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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