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Mr. Payroll

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Explore Mr. Payroll franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Professional ServicesFounded 1998· 28 yrs88 unitsmrpayroll.com
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Total Investment

Franchise Fee

$10K

Unit Count

88

Year Founded

1998

Overview

Why Mr. Payroll?

Mr. Payroll is a professional services brand with over 28 years of operating history and 88 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
Initial franchise fee
$10K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

201420132012

Latest FDD on file: 2014. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Mr. Payroll franchise FAQ

Is Mr. Payroll a franchise?

Yes. Mr. Payroll is a franchise in the professional services category, which means you can own and operate a Mr. Payroll location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

What is the Mr. Payroll franchise fee?

The Mr. Payroll initial franchise fee is $10K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Mr. Payroll franchise locations are there?

Mr. Payroll operates 88 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Mr. Payroll founded?

Mr. Payroll was founded in 1998, giving the brand 28 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Mr. Payroll franchise profitable?

Mr. Payroll unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Mr. Payroll FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Mr. Payroll franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Mr. Payroll Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Mr. Payroll FDD?

The current Mr. Payroll FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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