Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast
Tariq Johnson from Zero to Profitable Franchise (and YouTube) reveals his strategies (profitable franchise secrets) on buying franchises and getting them profitable FAST, so you can experience the freedom and flexibility with owning a profitable franchise business!
Get access to exclusive interviews with top performing Franchisees, accountants, and business experts so you can learn from their mistakes, and hear real life success stories so you can feel more confident in your franchise journey. Tariq signed onto his first franchise in 2015 after making a (scary) $300,000 investment. He got that location profitable in less than 60 days, and has since gone on to buy and sell numerous franchise locations. He intimately understands the fear, confusion, and overwhelm that comes with trying to make it as a full time entrepreneur.
You’ll learn about FDD’s, franchisee validation calls, how to buy a franchise, the most profitable franchise industries, franchise funding, SBA loans, and marketing strategies so you can thrive as a franchise owner and create your dream life with your family and loved ones. No matter what stage of buying a franchise you are in, this podcast will help you do one thing. Go from Zero to Profitable Franchise! Hit subscribe, and get ready to create your dream life.
Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast
How Much Can you Make With an Arby's? (Costs, Sales, & Fees)
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Arby’s is one of the most recognizable fast food franchises, but is it actually a good investment? In this video, we break down the full numbers behind owning an Arby’s in 2025, including startup costs, royalty fees, average unit sales, and top vs. bottom-performing locations. You’ll learn how much franchisees are really making, how Inspire Brands plays a role, and whether the economics make sense for today’s buyer. If you’re researching fast food or sandwich franchises, this video will give you the clarity you need before making a move.
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Is Arby’s Even a Real Business?
0:20 - Startup Costs, Royalties & Fees
0:55 - What Arby’s Locations Really Earn
1:30 - Endcap vs Freestanding Sales Numbers
2:20 - Franchise Trivia: Can You Guess It?
2:45 - Who Actually Started Arby’s?
3:15 - Arby’s Wild Marketing Moves
3:50 - How Many Locations Are Open Today?
4:20 - Who Owns Arby’s Now?
5:05 - Final Trivia Reveal & Wrap-Up
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