Funding

Funding Options

Owning a franchise starts with having the right capital. From using personal savings to securing SBA-backed financing, there are proven ways to fund your franchise—regardless of your background, budget, or experience.

We work with experienced franchise funding specialists to help new and growing franchise owners access capital quickly, confidently, and strategically.

  1. Debt-Free Funding Using Personal Savings
  2. Use eligible retirement savings to finance your franchise without penalties, upfront taxes, or traditional debt—allowing you to keep more capital in your business from day one.

    • No debt, no penalties, and no upfront taxes
    • IRS-compliant funding strategy
    • Proven and widely used approach
    • Funding typically available within 2–3 weeks
    • Simple 4-step process
  3. Strategic Wealth & Equity Planning
  4. Structure your franchise ownership for long-term financial strength, with flexibility for equity growth, future sale, or succession planning.

    • Long-term ownership and capitalization strategy
    • Incorporates insurance-based planning tools
    • Designed for corporate and equity structuring
    • May help reduce tax impact during sale or transfer
  5. SBA Loans – Expert-Guided & Guaranteed
  6. Get expert support navigating SBA financing with a team built to simplify the process and accelerate approvals.

    • High success rate securing SBA loans
    • Money-back fee guarantee if approved applications are not funded
    • Bank matching expertise
    • Dedicated loan specialist support
  7. SBA Fast-Track Loans – Quick & Flexible Capital
  8. A streamlined loan option designed for faster decisions and lower upfront requirements—ideal for getting to launch sooner.

    • Loans up to $150,000
    • Free screening and pre-qualification
    • In-house review prior to application
    • As little as 10% down
    • Feedback within 48 hours
    • Closings within approximately 45 days
  9. 401k Funding Options
  10. Many franchise owners use their existing retirement funds to invest in a business without taking early withdrawal penalties. Through a 401k rollover strategy, you may be able to use your retirement savings to fund your franchise investment in a compliant and tax-efficient way. This option allows you to access capital without relying on traditional loans, helping you start your business with greater financial flexibility. We can guide you through the process and connect you with trusted funding partners who specialize in 401k business financing.

  11. HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit)
  12. A HELOC, or Home Equity Line of Credit, allows you to use the equity in your home to fund your franchise investment. This option often provides lower interest rates compared to traditional business loans and gives you flexible access to capital when you need it. Many entrepreneurs choose a HELOC to maintain cash flow while securing the funding required to start or grow their business. Our team can help you understand if this option is right for you and connect you with the right financial resources.

*Exclusions apply.

** Money-back fee guarantee applies if an accepted application is not approved.

*** Financial documentation required after approval.