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CarePatrol

Senior Care · Est. 2009 · 200 US Locations
Ideal Investor: Sales-oriented individual who prefers consulting/advisory role over managing caregivers
78
$51K – $131K
Total Investment
$45K
Franchise Fee
5.0%
Royalty Rate
200
US Units
Senior Care
Category
+10.0%
Growth Rate

What is CarePatrol?

Founded in 2009, CarePatrol operates 200 US locations serving as senior care advisors helping families navigate elder care options. The franchise model builds recurring revenue through referral-based placements and senior care advisory services.

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Investment & Fee Data

Investment Overview

Franchise Fee$45K
Total Investment$51K – $131K
Royalty Rate5.0%
Ad/Marketing Fund2.0%
Total Fee Burden7.0%

System Size & Growth

US Locations200
Unit Growth Rate+10.0%
Founded2009
Franchising Since2010
FDD Item 19Yes ✓

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Avg Unit Volume (AUV)$346K
Owner Earnings$100K
SBA Default RateN/A
5-Year Survival85%
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💡 What This Means For You
The combined fee burden of 7.0% is within the industry average of 8-10%. Beyond the listed investment, expect approximately $99K in hidden costs (working capital, legal, insurance, tech fees) — bringing your realistic total closer to $190K.

Financial Performance & Risk Analysis

Financial Performance

Avg Unit Volume (AUV)$346K
Net Profit Margin35%
Est. Owner Earnings$100K
Breakeven6-12 months
Payback Period1-2 years

Capital Requirements & Operations

Liquid Capital Required$50K
Net Worth Required$150K
Staff Required1-3
Training12 weeks
TerritoryTerritory protection
Multi-Unit RequiredNo
Term Length10 years

Risk & SBA Safety Data

SBA Default RateNo Data
5-Year Survival85%
Renewal FeeVaries
Transfer FeeVaries
💡 Financial Analysis
The revenue-to-investment ratio of 3.8x is excellent — every dollar invested generates $3.8 in annual revenue, well above the 2x industry benchmark. At estimated owner earnings of $100K/year, the simple payback period is approximately 0.9 years. A net margin of 35% is strong for a franchise — this means the business retains a healthy share of revenue as profit.
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💰 True Cost of Ownership

Working Capital (6 mo)$50K
Legal & Accounting$15K
Insurance (Annual)$20K
Tech/Software (Monthly)$700/mo
Lease Deposit Est.$0
Grand Opening$10K
Total Hidden Costs$99K

👤 Owner Reality Check

Hours Per Week50-60
Absentee Owner Friendly?No ✗
Manager-Run Possible?Yes ✓
Seasonal VariationLow
Labor Cost (% of Revenue)62%
Owner-managed operations. Expect to invest 50-60 hours per week managing day-to-day activities, staff oversight, customer acquisition, and brand compliance. Focus on operational efficiency and franchisee standards adherence.

📊 Franchisee Health

Satisfaction Score80/100 (Good)
Annual Turnover Rate3.0%
Litigation Count (Item 3)18 cases
5-Year Closure Rate2%
Avg Franchisee Tenure12 years
Franchisee AssociationYes ✓

🚪 Exit Strategy & Resale

Resale Value Multiple3.0-4.0xx earnings
Transfer RestrictionsFranchisor approval required; right of first refusal
Non-Compete Period3 years
Non-Compete Radius25 miles
Avg Time to Sell6-12 months
Exit DifficultyModerate

📋 FDD Transparency Report

Item 19 QualityComprehensive
Item 19 Includes:
✓ Gross revenue
✓ Operating costs
✓ Staffing costs
Territory ProtectionStrong
Territory scope varies by location; strong exclusivity provided
Required Suppliers?No
Supplier Markup RiskNone
Renewal Terms10-year term; renewal terms subject to brand standards compliance

🚩 FDD Red Flags & Green Flags

⚠️ Watch Out For:
Moderate fee structure (7.0% total)Litigation count: 18 cases
✅ Positive Signals:
Item 19 comprehensive financial disclosureEstablished system with strong unit baseTrack record data available
💡 Due Diligence Verdict
A franchisee satisfaction score of 80/100 is a strong positive signal — happy franchisees usually mean good support, realistic expectations, and a healthy franchisor-franchisee relationship. The 18 active litigation cases (FDD Item 3) is a significant red flag — this is well above average and suggests ongoing conflict between the franchisor and its franchisees. At 62% of revenue going to labor, staffing is your #1 cost driver. Minimum wage increases in your state could significantly impact margins.
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AI Disruption Risk Assessment

🛡️ AI Disruption Risk: Low

24/100
AI-Proof Disruption Timeline: 5-10 years High Risk
Low risk. CarePatrol is a senior care consulting/placement service. While AI could assist with matching, the core value (family guidance, expertise, relationships) requires human judgment. The franchise model is defensible.
AI Threats:
Senior care placement has some AI-optimizable components (matching algorithms)
Defensive Moat:
Franchisee network, senior care expertise, family relationships, local presence, brand reputation.
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Territory Saturation Analysis

0.06
Units per 100K pop.
0.05x
Saturation Index
vs. Senior Care avg (1.31/100K)
32
States with Presence
Low Saturation
CarePatrol has significant whitespace opportunity relative to its category.

Geographic Distribution

No units
High density

Most Saturated States

State Units Population Per 100K
Montana101,118,0000.89
Vermont5645,0000.78
Washington DC5671,0000.75
Alaska5733,0000.68
Maine91,344,0000.67

Least Saturated States

State Units Population Per 100K
California539,029,0000.01
Texas630,503,0000.02
Florida823,555,0000.03
Illinois612,549,0000.05
Ohio611,785,0000.05

Growth Opportunity States

High-population states where CarePatrol has minimal or no presence — potential expansion territories.

New York Georgia North Carolina New Jersey Virginia
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Investment Thesis

CarePatrol carries a BUY signal with a FutureScore of 78/100. A unique senior care franchise — placement/referral services rather than direct care. This means NO caregiver management (the #1 pain point in senior care). The $51K-$131K investment with 35% margins is exceptional. Lower absolute revenue but the margin profile is best in category.

Ideal Investor Profile: Sales-oriented individual who prefers consulting/advisory role over managing caregivers

Strengths

Lowest investment in senior care space ($51K-$131K)35% profit margin — highest in categoryNo caregivers to manage (placement only)7% total feesHome-based business

Risk Factors

Small system (200 units)Low absolute AUVReferral-based revenue modelDepends on senior care facility relationships

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