Safeguard franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Safeguard franchise fee is $1,530 and the total initial investment ranges from $11,080 to $65,130, with about $5,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Safeguard FDD.
What are the Safeguard franchise fees and investment?
The Safeguard franchise requires a franchise fee of $1,530 and a total initial investment of $11,080 to $65,130. 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) | $1,530 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $11,080 to $65,130 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $5,000 |
| US locations | 45 |
| Industry | Business Services (Marketing) |
| Headquarters | Carrollton, Texas |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the Safeguard investment compare with other business services franchises?
Safeguard's minimum investment of $11,080 is at or below the median minimum investment of $67,093 across the 220 business services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 209 of the other 219 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $1,530 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Safeguard belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Safeguard FDD?
Verify six parts of the Safeguard 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 Safeguard 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 Safeguard?
These business services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Safeguard:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee News | $9,900 | $11,150 to $12,250 |
| Sanford Rose Associates | $7,500 | $11,400 to $14,800 |
| Clearview Insurance | $10,000 to $25,000 | $12,000 to $17,000 |
| Ameriprise | $1,500 | $12,098 to $130,363 |
| Estrella Insurance | $10,000 to $25,000 | $12,250 to $84,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Safeguard franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Safeguard franchise ranges from $11,080 to $65,130, including a franchise fee of $1,530, 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 Safeguard franchise?
Safeguard lists a minimum of about $5,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Safeguard locations are there?
Safeguard reported 45 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Safeguard been franchising?
Safeguard started offering franchises in 2015 after the company was founded in 2014.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Safeguard and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Safeguard. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.