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    Franchise Research in Washington

    Reported facts for published brands with locations on file in Washington. Existing locations do not confirm territory availability. No rankings or recommendations.

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    Median reported low-end investment

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    Brands with Item 19 disclosed

    Registration: Washington is a franchise registration state. 0 brands report a total initial investment topping out at $150K or less. Investment figures are national, as reported by franchisors. Calculated median uses reported low-end totals.

    Doing business in Washington

    Franchise activity in Washington on file centers on Seattle–Tacoma, Spokane, Vancouver (Portland metro). Local costs, labor markets and rules differ by metro, so read national figures alongside local research.

    Major metro markets

    • • Seattle–Tacoma
    • • Spokane
    • • Vancouver (Portland metro)

    Taxes

    Washington has no personal income tax.

    Washington has no personal income tax but levies a Business & Occupation (B&O) tax on gross receipts.

    Sales tax rates vary by locality.

    Labor

    Washington sets a minimum wage above the federal $7.25/hr; some cities set higher rates.

    Washington is not a right-to-work state.

    Franchise law

    Registration state: franchisors must register their FDD with Washington before selling here.

    You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before signing or paying.

    General public information, not legal or tax advice. Rates and rules change — verify with the state revenue, labor and franchise regulators.

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    Largest systems by locations on file in Washington

    Ordered by location count in our records — a size measure, not a quality ranking.

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    Frequently asked questions

    General information, not legal advice. State rules change; verify with the state regulator.

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