Sea Love franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Sea Love franchise fee is $49,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $64,500 to $100,750, 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 Sea Love FDD.
What are the Sea Love franchise fees and investment?
The Sea Love franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,500 and a total initial investment of $64,500 to $100,750. 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) | $49,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $64,500 to $100,750 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 12 |
| Industry | Retail |
| Headquarters | Biddeford, Maine |
| Founded | 2022 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Sea Love investment compare with other retail franchises?
Sea Love's minimum investment of $64,500 is at or below the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 180 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,500 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
What should you verify in the Sea Love FDD?
Verify six parts of the Sea Love 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 Sea Love 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 Sea Love?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to Sea Love:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition Zone | $12,500 to $25,000 | $64,500 to $193,950 |
| Capital Postal and Mailbox Service | $15,000 | $63,990 to $121,050 |
| Lillians | $18,000 | $62,700 to $100,500 |
| Dental Fix Rx | $25,000 | $62,600 to $153,500 |
| Just Between Friends | $24,900 | $66,665 to $97,515 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Sea Love franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Sea Love franchise ranges from $64,500 to $100,750, including a franchise fee of $49,500, 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 Sea Love franchise?
Sea Love 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 Sea Love locations are there?
Sea Love reported 12 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 Sea Love been franchising?
Sea Love started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2022.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Sea Love and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sea Love. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.