Business Partners franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Business Partners franchise fee is $45,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $66,000 to $74,250, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Business Partners FDD.
What are the Business Partners franchise fees and investment?
The Business Partners franchise requires a franchise fee of $45,000 and a total initial investment of $66,000 to $74,250. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $45,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $66,000 to $74,250 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Business Services (Marketing) |
| Headquarters | Southbury, Connecticut |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
How does the Business Partners investment compare with other business services franchises?
Business Partners's minimum investment of $66,000 is at or below the median minimum investment of $67,093 across the 220 business services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 113 of the other 219 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $45,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
What should you verify in the Business Partners FDD?
Verify six parts of the Business Partners Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Business Partners discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Business Partners?
These business services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Business Partners:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Expense Reduction Coaching | $45,000 | $66,000 to $74,250 |
| Goosehead Insurance | $50,000 | $66,000 to $108,500 |
| Firesky | $25,000 | $66,110 to $117,315 |
| Murphy Business | $47,500 | $65,840 to $88,050 |
| HAUTE IN | $30,000 | $66,550 to $113,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Business Partners franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Business Partners franchise ranges from $66,000 to $74,250, including a franchise fee of $45,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Business Partners franchise?
Business Partners lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Business Partners locations are there?
A current US unit count for Business Partners is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Business Partners been franchising?
Business Partners started offering franchises in 2008 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Business Partners and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Business Partners. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.