Franchise Decision Radar

Frequently Asked Questions

Report delivery, refunds, data sources, and how the site works.

Reports & Delivery

What do I get when I buy a Decision Report?

A 15–25 page PDF covering one franchise brand across 13 sections: executive summary, rated scorecard, buyer-fit profile, fee burden analysis, Item 19 interpretation, buyer-side economics, payback sensitivity, investment breakdown, system health, risk signals, peer context, discovery-day diligence script, and source methodology.

How is the report delivered?

Immediately after payment, you’re redirected to a download page with a direct link to the PDF. You’ll also receive a confirmation email from Stripe. No account creation required.

My download didn’t work. What do I do?

Check your browser’s pop-up blocker — the download page opens after Stripe confirms payment. If it’s still missing, email support@franchisedecisionradar.com with your name and the brand you purchased. We’ll send the PDF directly, usually within a few hours.

Can I get a refund?

Because reports are digital products delivered instantly, we generally don’t offer refunds after download. If you experience a delivery issue or believe the report contains a material error, contact us and we’ll resolve it or issue a refund at our discretion.

Can I share the report with my business partner or attorney?

Yes. Reports are for your personal use in evaluating a franchise investment. Sharing excerpts with advisors, partners, or your attorney is fine. Posting the full report publicly or reselling it is not.

Data & Methodology

Where does the data come from?

All data is extracted from Franchise Disclosure Documents filed with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. These are public regulatory filings, not franchisor marketing materials or third-party summaries. See the full methodology.

How current is the data?

The site currently uses 2025 FDDs (covering fiscal year 2024 data). FDDs are filed annually, and we update the site as new filings become available.

What if I think a number is wrong?

Every data point traces to a specific page in the source FDD. If you believe something is incorrect, email us the brand, the data point, and what you think the correct value is. We’ll verify against the source and correct any errors.

Is this investment advice?

No. This site provides structured data and analysis to support your own due diligence. It is not legal, accounting, or investment advice. Consult qualified professionals before making any franchise investment decision.

About the Site

Are you affiliated with any franchisor?

No. Franchise Decision Radar is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or compensated by any franchisor, franchise holding company, broker, or consulting firm. We do not accept franchisor advertising or lead-generation fees.

How is the site different from franchise review sites?

Most franchise information sites rely on franchisor-submitted profiles, third-party summaries, or user reviews. We work directly from the regulatory filings, extract data with documented provenance, and present it in formats designed for comparative investment analysis.

How do I contact you?

Email support@franchisedecisionradar.com. We respond within one business day.