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One of the Top "BORING" Businesses to Start in 2026

👉 Want more franchises like this? Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan42026If you're interested in this specific business or any franchise at all, make sure to watch our video breaking down what you NEED to be looking at before investing: https://youtu.be/ELOkNzeIgJEStratus Building Solutions isn’t flashy, but this commercial cleaning franchise has built a multi-million dollar empire using a unique master franchise model. In this video, we break down what makes Stratus different, how the business model works, how much franchisees and master franchisees actually make, and the real costs to get started. You’ll see both the upside and challenges of this opportunity, plus real revenue numbers, including one master franchisee who made over $5 million (wait til you hear the real number). If you’re considering low-cost, high-margin service businesses, this is one you need to study.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=FEJan42026🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=FEJan42026------------------Ready to Build Your Empire?🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=FEJan42026💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=FEJan42026------------------Free Resources to Get You Started!Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEJan42026Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FEJan42026Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan42026Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=FEJan42026Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=FEJan42026------------------Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Weekhttps://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=FEJan42026------------------TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro – Why “Boring” Businesses Work0:56 What Is Stratus Building Solutions?1:39 The Master Franchise Model Explained2:44 How the Business Model Works4:01 Stratus’ Green Cleaning Advantage4:40 B2B Customers & Recurring Revenue5:48 Real Startup Costs & Investment Breakdown7:02 How the Royalties Actually Work8:50 How Much Do Franchisees Really Make?10:32 Final Thoughts + Watch This NextMy Most Popular Business Videos:https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUghttps://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60 https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqsLegal stuff we have to say!The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD. Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requi

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Should You Buy a Franchise in 2026? Pros & Cons

Make sure to grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=TJDec272025Join my list to receive Top Resale Franchises every week: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resalelist?utm_source=TJDec272025🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=TJDec272025Now that you found out more about franchising, don't forget to watch my video on Franchise Funding to help guide your investment: https://youtu.be/zDUBPWn7WqQ------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=TJDec272025------------------Ready to Build Your Empire?🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=TJDec272025💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=TJDec272025------------------Free Resources to Get You Started!Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJDec272025Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJDec272025Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=TJDec272025Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=TJDec272025------------------Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Weekhttps://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=TJDec272025------------------TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Intro: Should You Buy a Franchise?2:18 – #1 Know Your Why5:12 – #2 Money & Financial Reality8:34 – #3 New Franchise vs Resale12:06 – #4 The X‑Factor (You)15:18 – #5 Following the System18:24 – #6 Start With the End in MindMy Most Popular Business Videos:https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUghttps://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60 https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqsLegal stuff we have to say!The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD. Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions.This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws.Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations.There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured.Prospective franchisees are strongly encourag

Is a Culver’s Franchise a Good Investment in 2026? (Sales, Costs, & Fees)

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJJan032025If you liked this video, but want to learn about franchises with higher profit margins check out this video next: https://youtu.be/voDIBiM58awThinking about investing in a Culver’s franchise? In this breakdown, I cover startup costs, royalty fees, average sales, and why it might not be as profitable as it looks. We’ll also talk about scalability, margins, and whether it’s a smart move going into 2026. You’ll also learn more about the brand’s history and how it has grown so quickly in some parts of the US. Make sure you watch before you invest!------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=TJJan032025🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=TJJan032025------------------Ready to Build Your Empire?🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=TJJan032025💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=TJJan032025------------------Free Resources to Get You Started!Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJJan032025Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=TJJan032025Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=TJJan032025Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=TJJan032025------------------Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Weekhttps://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=TJJan032025------------------TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Chick-fil-A vs Culver’s0:19 – What Are the Startup Costs?0:43 – Minimum Liquid Capital Required1:17 – Royalties & Marketing Fees1:56 – Where Culver’s Is Expanding Fast2:10 – Average Store Sales: $3.7M2:59 – Is It Actually Profitable?3:51 – Why Owners Open 10+ Locations4:40 – Full Sales Breakdown from the FDD5:50 – Want a Lower-Cost Option?6:29 – Culver’s History, Scale, and Final ThoughtsMy Most Popular Business Videos:https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUghttps://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60 https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqsLegal stuff we have to say!The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD. Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions.This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws.Franchise opp

The Numbers You Should Look at Before Buying a Franchise

Make sure to grab & understand the 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FEAnd if you enjoyed this episode make sure to check out If you're serious about buying a franchise, this video will walk you through the exact due diligence steps, from reviewing the FDD to asking the right questions on discovery day. Learn what most buyers overlook, how to handle fear and indecision, and what franchisors expect before awarding a territory. Whether you're just starting your franchise journey or preparing to sign, this is a must-watch.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=------------------Ready to Build Your Empire?🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=------------------Free Resources to Get You Started!Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=tjoct042025------------------Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Weekhttps://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=tjoct042025------------------Timestamps:0:00 - In or Out: Why Indecision Wastes Time0:23 - Understanding the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)1:19 - What to Focus on in Item 7 (Startup Costs)2:13 - Item 19: Earnings Claims & What They Really Mean2:56 - Going Beyond the FDD: Why Validation Calls Matter3:59 - Item 20: Store Closures, Context, and Red Flags5:01 - How to Read the FDD the Right Way6:33 - Dealing With Fear, Spouses, and Hidden Obstacles9:00 - Discovery Day Prep: What to Expect & Ask13:19 - Why 90% Ready Is the Minimum to Attend Discovery DayMy Most Popular Business Videos:https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUghttps://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60 https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqsLegal stuff we have to say!The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD. Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions.This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws.Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in