Connectshare franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Connectshare franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $71,010 to $97,020, 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 Connectshare FDD.
What are the Connectshare franchise fees and investment?
The Connectshare franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $71,010 to $97,020. 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) | $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $71,010 to $97,020 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Business Services (Professional Networking) |
| Headquarters | Spanish Fork, Utah |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Franchising since | 2018 |
How does the Connectshare investment compare with other business services franchises?
Connectshare's minimum investment of $71,010 is above the median minimum investment of $67,093 across the 220 business services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 101 of the other 219 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $50,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
What should you verify in the Connectshare FDD?
Verify six parts of the Connectshare 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 Connectshare 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 Connectshare?
These business services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Connectshare:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| We Insure | $50,000 | $69,445 to $136,945 |
| Mr Payroll | $10,000 | $68,800 to $328,000 |
| Renaissance Executive Forums | $34,500 | $68,510 to $97,565 |
| Sophisticated Living | $25,000 | $68,300 to $88,500 |
| LOYALTY BUSINESS SERVICES | $40,000 | $68,200 to $99,700 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Connectshare franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Connectshare franchise ranges from $71,010 to $97,020, including a franchise fee of $50,000, 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 Connectshare franchise?
Connectshare 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 Connectshare locations are there?
A current US unit count for Connectshare is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Connectshare been franchising?
Connectshare started offering franchises in 2018 after the company was founded in 2018.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Connectshare and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Connectshare. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.