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Buy a Buddy’s Home Furnishings Franchise

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is a leading rent-to-own franchise founded in 1961 in Tampa, Florida, offering affordable access to name-brand furniture, electronics, appliances, and home accessories via flexible payment plans with no credit checks or interest. With over 330 locations across the U.S. (338 franchised units), it operates in the $11.4 billion rent-to-own industry, emphasizing recurring revenue, community trust, and recession resistance. Approximately 91% of franchisees own multiple units, benefiting from a consignment model with no inventory risk, 0% royalties for the first six months, and average 25% free cash flow. This scalable, low-overhead business suits entrepreneurs seeking rapid multi-unit growth in essential retail.

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Why buy a Buddy’s Home Furnishings Franchise?

Buddy’s offers high cash flow, no royalties initially, and SBA approval in a stable industry, with low staffing (avg. 5 employees) and expansion momentum. Proven model yields quick profitability for equity-building.

Buddy’s Home Furnishings Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2008

    • Franchising Since

      2015

    • New Startup Cost

      $375,650 – $797,540

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $39,900

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $10,000

    • Royalty Fee

      6%

      of Gross Revenue

    • Marketing Fee

      Up to 2%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      328

    • New Units Opened *

      11

    • Units Transferred *

      6

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $724,994

    * Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

Buddy’s Home Furnishings – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Buddy's delivers 100 hours of training, including two weeks at corporate and on-site prep, plus ongoing operational, marketing, and vendor support. Centralized supply chains and systematic tools enable quick launches and scaling for multi-unit owners.

  2. Ideal Owner

    Ideal owners have $150,000-$600,000 liquidity and $500,000-$600,000 net worth, with sales or retail experience preferred. Motivated multi-unit builders valuing community relationships excel.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Recognized as America's fastest-growing rent-to-own franchise, Buddy's awarded 39 agreements and opened 28 locations in 2022 alone. Its 60-year legacy and multi-unit success (86-91% franchisees) highlight proven resilience.

  4. Industry / Market

    The U.S. rent-to-own sector exceeds $11 billion, thriving on no-credit consumerism trends akin to subscriptions and trade-ins. Demand for affordable essentials persists through economic cycles.

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