Hirequest Direct^®

Business Services • Year: 2026

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What Is Hirequest Direct?

Hirequest Direct is a franchise offering temporary personnel and staffing services, specializing in placement of primarily unskilled and semi‑skilled industrial and construction workers, as well as hospitality, landscaping, and special events staffing. Franchisees operate from one or more offices within an assigned territory (brick-and-mortar office model) and provide services to commercial establishments and businesses (B2B). The core service bundle is the temporary placement of workers, who remain employed by the franchisor or its affiliate, to client businesses.

Hirequest Direct Franchise: Pros and Cons

A major strength is the low $2,500 initial franchise fee — refundable on failure — which preserves cash for launch and early operating needs; a notable risk is that the franchisor runs zero corporate-owned units and has one outlet non‑renewal plus one franchisor‑initiated enforcement action, suggesting limited operational oversight and strict enforcement.

Pros

The initial franchise fee is $2,500 — well below what's common in Business Services, leaving you with more cash on hand for launch and early operating needs.

Initial fees are refundable on failure (the franchisor does not treat initial fees as non‑refundable), which is uncommon and reduces your upfront financial risk.

The franchisor cannot materially change the training program — an uncommon restriction that provides stability in the training you receive and prevents sudden unilateral shifts.

Cons

Zero corporate-owned units — the franchisor doesn't operate any locations themselves, which limits their ability to test new ideas and maintain firsthand operational know‑how.

There is one outlet non-renewal, which is unusually high for comparable systems and suggests at least one franchisee chose not to continue.

One franchisor-initiated enforcement action is higher than typical for Business Services, indicating the franchisor actively pursues legal remedies and may be a strict enforcer.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

81/100

NORMAL

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

54/100

Good

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains the right to sell via e-commerce and alternative channels, to develop nearby units, and to modify protection contingent on meeting performance quotas, shaping market density, performance contingencies, and site-specific rights.

Training & Support

86/100

NORMAL

The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare a single designated trainee for launch and initial operations. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, with travel and living expenses the responsibility of the franchisee and on-site assistance provided without additional franchisor charges.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Hirequest Direct Franchise?

Opening a Hirequest Direct franchise requires a total initial investment of $45,150 to $150,750, 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

$45,150

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$150,750

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$2,500

Real Estate$3,000

Equipment & Assets$4,200

Reserves$30,000

Training$1,500

Other$3,950

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$25,000

Real Estate$20,250

Equipment & Assets$10,000

Reserves$75,000

Training$2,500

Other$18,000

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 Hirequest Direct Franchise Owners Make?

Hirequest Direct franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,527,083 and median gross sales of $1,386,511 in 2026, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$1,527,083

Median Gross Sales:

$1,386,511

High Gross Sales:

$6,388,184

Low Gross Sales:

$1,385

Sample Size:

128

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Only franchised office performance is reported across the years; no company-owned or corporate outlet data is provided, so direct comparisons to corporate performance are not possible from this Item 19.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability in per-office gross profit in 2024, with a high of 6,388,183.75 and a low of 1,385.22, indicating wide dispersion in outlet results across the sample of 128 offices.

Data Scope and Limitations: The figures are per-office gross profit and net profit, explicitly unaudited and excluding overhead like rent and utilities, so they may not reflect full operating profitability for a new owner.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Hirequest Direct franchise?

The total initial investment for a Hirequest Direct franchise ranges from $45,150 to $150,750, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Hirequest Direct initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Hirequest Direct is $2,500, as stated in the 2026 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Hirequest Direct franchise owners make?

Hirequest Direct franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,527,083 and median gross sales of $1,386,511 in 2026, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Hirequest Direct have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Hirequest Direct received a legal risk score of 81 out of 100 in the 2026 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Hirequest Direct offer exclusive franchise territories?

Hirequest Direct received a territory protection score of 54 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Hirequest Direct provide to new franchisees?

Hirequest Direct received a training and support score of 86 out of 100. The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare a single designated trainee for launch and initial operations.

How many Hirequest Direct franchise locations are there?

Hirequest Direct had 82 total locations as of the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Hirequest Direct?

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