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
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Thinking about investing in a Kumon franchise? In this video, we break down the real startup costs, royalty model, and one major red flag buried in their Franchise Disclosure Document. We’ll cover what you’re really getting for the thousand-dollar investment and why their decades-long success doesn’t mean it’s the right fit for everyone. Whether you’re exploring franchise opportunities or want to learn how to avoid costly mistakes, watch this before you invest.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Is Kumon Still a Smart Investment in 2025?
00:38 – Startup Costs: $73K–$165K
01:00 – Kumon’s Royalty Fee Model Explained
01:24 – The Problem: No Earnings Data in the FDD
01:58 – Trivia: Where Did Kumon Open First in the U.S.?
02:20 – Kumon’s Origin Story (1956)
03:08 – 1,671 Units in 2024: First-Mover Advantage
03:33 – What Are the “Modern Franchise Classics”?
04:00 – Should You Be Concerned About Lack of Transparency?
04:27 – Final Thoughts + Bonus Franchise List
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The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.
Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions.
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