Buying an existing franchise resale is fundamentally different from opening a new location — you get a real operating history, existing staff, and an established customer base. You also inherit a Franchise Agreement, a Territory Definition, and a franchisor approval process. We navigate all of it.
A resale gives you history. A greenfield gives you selection. For most buyers, the risk-adjusted case is clear.
| Factor | Resale (existing unit) | Greenfield (new location) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue history | ✓ Real 3-5 year P&L available for diligence | Projection only — no operating history |
| Ramp-up time | ✓ Immediate — existing staff, customers, lease | 6-18 months to reach operating run rate |
| Financing | ✓ Easier — banks lend against proven cash flow | Harder — projected revenue is less bankable |
| Purchase price | Higher — reflects existing goodwill | ✓ Lower — only franchise fee + fit-out |
| Territory risk | Franchisor sets territory; review TDA carefully | ✓ You select the territory from available options |
Franchise resales have unique risks that standard SMB diligence does not cover. These are non-negotiable items.
These are the franchise categories where we see the most active resale transaction flow in BC and Canada.
Tim Hortons, Subway, A&W, Mary Brown's resales
High volume, thin margin, lease-dependent
Anytime Fitness, F45, OrangeTheory resales
Recurring membership revenue; strong post-COVID rebound
Jan-Pro, Coverall, Stratus commercial resales
Route-based, absentee-friendly, B2B contracts
Mr. Lube, Jiffy Lube, Speedy Auto resales
High ticket volume; equipment-intensive
HomeTeam, ServiceMaster, Paul Davis resales
Strong recurring contract base
Kids & Company, The Goddard School resales
Licensed, recurring tuition, wait-list demand
Book a complimentary 30-minute call. We will assess your franchise interest, budget, and operating preference — and help you identify the right category and unit.