Motivera Search Group Franchise
Franchised by Motivera Franchising Group, Inc. · FDD 2026
Data extracted from Motivera Franchising Group, Inc.'s 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document, filed under FTC Rule 16 CFR 436. How we analyze FDDs →
The Verdict
Motivera Search Group fits first-time franchise buyers looking for an emerging staffing concept.
✓ Strengths
- ✓Below-industry royalty rate: 4.0% vs 10.0%
⚠ Risks to review
- ⚠No Item 19 disclosure — buyers fly blind on revenue
Key FDD Facts
The numbers a buyer needs first — straight from the filing.
Model Motivera Search Group's costs in the investment calculator → Prefilled from this filing — startup cost, cash flow and break-even.
Data extracted from the 2026 FDD filed with state regulators. Fees and terms may have changed since filing — request the current FDD from the franchisor before deciding. Not legal, financial, or investment advice. Full disclaimer.
What you'd pay the franchisor
Drag to your projected annual sales. Royalty 4% + ad fund 1% on gross sales.
Get the Complete Motivera Franchising Group FDD Analysis
Everything a franchise attorney would review — powered by AI, emailed when it's ready.
Choose your option
What's inside
Highlighted sections are written around your situation — we'll ask four quick questions right after checkout. See a real sample
Research, not legal advice. Use this report alongside professional legal and financial review before signing any franchise agreement.
Are you a franchisor?
Own this brand? See how buyers rank you against competitors. Researching it as a rival? Get the competitor dossier.
Competitive intelligence for franchisors →Industry Benchmarks
How Motivera Search Group ranks against 18 Staffing & HR peers we've analyzed.
How Motivera Search Group stacks up
Closest concepts by category and investment.
| Brand | Item 19 | Fee | Investment | Royalty | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motivera Search Group | None | $25K | $47K - $7.3M | 4% | 3 |
| Express Services Similar price | Disclosed | $40K | $39K - $599K | 40% | 758 |
| I4 Franchise Development Biggest system | None | $50K | $65K - $111K | 14% | 3,830 |
| Spherion Staffing Top-rated in category | Disclosed | $30K | $133K - $301K | 30% | 180 |
Answer five questions and get matched against 2,000+ analyzed FDDs — including every Staffing & HR brand we cover. Free, no account needed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Motivera Search Group franchise cost?
Motivera Search Group requires a $25,000 initial franchise fee and a total initial investment range of $47,350–$7,275,012, per the most recent FDD on file.
Who owns Motivera Search Group?
Motivera Search Group is franchised by Motivera Franchising Group, Inc., the franchisor entity of record on its Franchise Disclosure Document. Item 1 of the FDD discloses the franchisor's corporate history, parents, and predecessors.
Does Motivera Search Group disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
No. Motivera Search Group does not include a financial performance representation in its FDD. Prospective buyers should rely on validation calls with existing franchisees and benchmark against industry medians.
What ongoing fees does Motivera Search Group charge?
Franchisees pay a royalty of 4% and an advertising fund contribution of 1% on gross sales as defined in Item 6 of the FDD.
How many Motivera Search Group locations are there?
As of their 2026 FDD, Motivera Search Group has 3 total locations, with 1 new locations opened in the most recent reporting year. This information comes from Item 20 of the FDD.
Franchise research guides
Free explainers to go deeper before you sign.
Recommended reading
Can You Actually Staff It? The 2026 Franchise Labor Reality
Before you sign, ask whether the unit can be staffed in your specific market — not nationally. A high-turnover concept in a tight labor market can quietly eat your entire owner profit.
Franchise SelectionBest Staffing Franchises: The Highest-Revenue Category Nobody Shortlists
Staffing franchises post the biggest Item 19 revenue figures outside food service, but that revenue is gross billings and roughly 80% of it walks out the door as temp worker wages. Here is what four brands actually disclose.
Due DiligenceHow to Assess Labor Availability and Cost Before Buying a Franchise
Labor is the single biggest variable cost in most franchise models, yet too many buyers skip the local workforce analysis entirely. Here's how to get it right before you sign.
Get franchise information FREE
Interested in Motivera Franchising Group, Inc.?
Request information directly from the franchisor — free, takes a minute.
Ready to make an informed decision?
Join prospective franchisees who use VetMyFranchise to evaluate opportunities before they sign.