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How Much Does a Padgett Business Services Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Padgett Business Services franchise costs between $125,195 and $201,415 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $37,000.

$125,195
Minimum Investment
$201,415
Maximum Investment
$37,000
Franchise Fee
$48,520 – $65,540
Fee Range

Padgett Business Services Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $37,000
Fee Range $3,500 – $62,750
Item 7 Fee Estimate $48,520 – $65,540

Padgett Business Services Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Padgett Business Services franchise, as reported in the 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment
Padgett Business Services minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
Padgett Business Services maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $48,520 – $65,540
Initial License Fee Application Fee and Lump Sum · On the date you sign the Franchise Agreement $37,000
Initial License Fee Application Fee and Lump Sum · On the date you sign the Franchise Agreement $2,500 – $12,500
Initial Software Fee Lump Sum · On the date you sign Franchise Agreement $0 – $7,020
Initial Software Fee Lump Sum · On the date you sign Franchise Agreement $7,020
Application Fee Lump Sum · Whenyou submit your application to us $1,000
Real Estate $1,200
Rent, Telephone, Postage, Etc. $1,200
Real Estate Improvements (Note 3) · (Note 3) $0
Rent, Telephone, Postage, etc. $0
Equipment & Assets $5,500
Equipment and Fixtures $3,500
Office Supplies Before Opening $2,000
Equipment and Fixtures $0
Office Supplies Before Opening $0
Training $22,000 – $40,000
Training Fee Lump Sum · On the date you sign Franchise Agreement $0 – $18,000
Training Fee Lump Sum · On the date you sign Franchise Agreement $18,000
Travel and Living Expenses During Initial Training $2,000
Working Capital & Reserves $2,400
Additional Funds-3 Months $1,200
Other Costs $45,575 – $86,775
Marketing $0 – $41,200
Marketing $41,200
Other Expenses $2,375
Other Expenses $2,000
Initial Insurance Before Opening $0
Total Estimated Investment $125,195 – $201,415

How Does Padgett Business Services Compare to Other Business Services Franchises?

Padgett Business Services's minimum investment of $125,195 is above the Business Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Business Services franchises is $86,900.

$125,195
Padgett Business Services Min
$86,900
Business Services Median Min
$201,415
Padgett Business Services Max
$147,500
Business Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Padgett Business Services?

The total startup cost for a Padgett Business Services franchise ranges from $125,195 to $201,415, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $45,575 to $86,775.

How much is the Padgett Business Services franchise fee?

The Padgett Business Services franchise fee is $37,000, with a range of $3,500 to $62,750 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2026 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Padgett Business Services a good investment?

Padgett Business Services requires a total franchise investment of $125,195 to $201,415 and scores Legal Risk: 88/100, Training: 58/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Padgett Business Services franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Padgett Business Services franchise owner make?

Padgett Business Services's 2026 FDD appears to include Item 19 financial performance information, but ZeeReport is not showing a sales or revenue number for this report.

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