Regus^®

Business Services • Year: 2025

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What Is Regus?

Regus is a franchise that provides flexible/virtual offices, co-working facilities, meeting and training facilities, and commercial office alternatives. The operational model is brick-and-mortar, with franchisees leasing and constructing commercial office space to franchisor specifications (typical locations occupy approximately 10,000 to 20,000 square feet, though sizes vary). It serves a mix of customers-individuals, small and midsize businesses, and large companies-and the core service bundle includes private and shared workstations, conference rooms and boardrooms, telecommunications and data services, reception areas, lounges, and trained client support representatives.

Regus Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise stands out for its heavy operator preparation, offering 584 hours of initial training (top 5%), but it presents a major risk because 952 of 962 units are company-owned, leaving a tiny franchise cohort and raising doubts about the franchisor's commitment to network growth.

Pros

584 hours of initial training is well above typical for Business Services (top 5%), showing the franchisor invests heavily in preparing new operators before opening.

A Training & Support score of 100 is well above typical for Business Services (top quarter), indicating unusually strong ongoing operational support.

0 disclosed lawsuits, 0 government penalties, and 0 franchisor enforcement actions is well below typical for Business Services (bottom 5%), reflecting a clean legal and regulatory record.

Cons

952 company-owned units out of 962 total is well above typical for Business Services (top 5%), meaning the system is overwhelmingly corporate-run and you’ll be joining a very small franchise cohort-this limits peer support and raises questions about the franchisor’s commitment to growing a franchise network.

Estimated startup costs are high: Item 7 total minimum $720,500 and maximum $1,562,500 are both well above typical for Business Services (top 5%), which increases your upfront capital needs and likely financing complexity.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

Regus reported no material legal proceedings,

Territory Protection

35/100

NORMAL

Regus grants a protected, site-specific territory-typically the building or a tower-rather than an exclusive market area, with market-density considerations and continuation contingent on meeting occupancy and development performance quotas. The franchisor retains the right to develop additional units nearby, to sell via e‑commerce/alternative distribution channels, and to use other marks.

Training & Support

100

Excellent

The brand provides an extensive 584-hour training curriculum designed to prepare franchise personnel for operations and launch; the initial franchise fee does not include training for any specific individuals. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, and franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses while on-site support incurs an additional fee.

Unit Growth Analysis

This franchise’s unit count went from 783 (2022) to 765 (2023, -2.3%), then to 796 (2024, +4.0%) and jumped to 962 (2025, +20.9%), showing an accelerating growth trajectory. For investors this indicates materially improving franchise health-net +179 units (+22.9% from 2022–2025)-but the 2023 dip and the sharp 2025 spike suggest some recent volatility, so confirm whether the 2025 acceleration is sustainable.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Regus Franchise?

Opening a Regus franchise requires a total initial investment of $720,500 to $1,562,500, according to the 2025 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

$720,500

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$1,562,500

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$0

Real Estate$432,000

Equipment & Assets$208,000

Reserves$50,000

Training$0

Other$30,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$0

Real Estate$1,118,000

Equipment & Assets$320,500

Reserves$75,000

Training$0

Other$49,000

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 Regus Franchise Owners Make?

Regus franchise locations reported average gross sales of $677,000 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$677,000

Median Gross Sales:

N/A

Sample Size:

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The franchised sample reports an average gross revenue of 677000 (n=1), while company-owned outlets have a much larger sample and include expense/EBITDA data, limiting direct apples-to-apples comparisons.

Performance Variability Analysis: With only a single franchised outlet in the dataset, there is no reported median, high, or low and therefore variability among franchised units cannot be assessed from this Item 19.

Data Scope and Limitations: Data are limited to outlets meeting maturity and size filters and franchised outlets reported only gross revenue; expense and profitability metrics are available only for company-owned outlets, which constrains analysis for prospective franchisees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Regus a good franchise to own?

Whether Regus is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Regus operates 962 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 100/100. 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 Regus franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Regus franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $720,500 to $1,562,500. Regus disclosed average gross sales of $677,000 in 2025. 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 Regus franchise?

Break-even timelines for Regus franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 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 Regus a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Regus operates 10 franchised locations and 952 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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