Business Services · FDD 2024 · HQ CO

Intelligent Office Franchise

A Intelligent Office LLC brand operating in the business services sector, franchising since 2005. Financial profile from publicly filed FDDs.

$135K – $300K
Initial investment
6.0%
Royalty rate
100
Total locations

The verdict

Intelligent Office needs $135K–$300K to open and charges a 6.0% royalty - an entry cost above the typical business services franchise.

$35K
Franchise fee (Item 5)
6.0%
Royalty of gross sales (Item 6)
1.0%
Ad-fund contribution
100
Locations (Item 20)

Figures from Intelligent Office's publicly filed Franchise Disclosure Document (2024).

Investment Overview

Investment Range $135K – $300K
Total Investment
$135K – $300K
Franchise Fee
$35K
Royalty Rate
6.0%
Ad Fund Rate
1.0%

Revenue Data (Item 19)

Item 19 Not Disclosed

This franchisor did not provide financial performance data in their FDD. This is common, disclosure is optional.

Network Size & Growth

100
Total Locations
100
Franchised
+5
Opened (Last Year)

Net Growth Rate

Year-over-year unit change

0% growth

5 locations closed in the last reporting year

Quick Facts

Subsector
virtual office
Founded
1999
Franchising Since
2005
Headquarters
CO
FDD Year
2024
Item 19
Not Disclosed

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Important Notice

Data sourced from publicly available FDD filings. Not financial advice. Consult a franchise attorney and accountant before investing. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

What the Intelligent Office FDD Reveals

Intelligent Office, a Intelligent Office LLC franchise, has been franchising since 2005 - 6 years after the concept was founded in 1999 , currently with 100 total locations in the business services sector, headquartered in CO. According to the 2024 FDD, the total initial investment ranges from $135K to $300K - a 122% spread between the low and high end that reflects how site size, market, and buildout scope change the capital requirement. This figure includes the franchise fee of $35K, equipment, leasehold improvements, and initial working capital through the ramp-up period.

Ongoing royalties run 6.0% of gross sales with an additional 1.0% national advertising fund contribution, bringing the combined ongoing cost to 7.0% of every dollar in sales. Notably, Intelligent Office does not disclose financial performance (Item 19) in its FDD. That is common (Item 19 is optional under the FTC Franchise Rule) but it puts the burden on prospective buyers to survey existing franchisees (Item 20 contact list), model unit economics from public comparables, and demand validated profit-and-loss data before signing.

Network size has held steady year-over-year, which typically means new openings and closures are roughly offsetting, a stability pattern that can mask underlying churn. Before committing capital, triangulate this summary against the full FDD, a franchise attorney's review, and direct conversations with five or more current and former franchisees from Item 20.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Intelligent Office franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Intelligent Office franchise ranges from $135K to $300K. The initial franchise fee is $35K. Ongoing royalties are 6.0% of gross sales.
What is the ROI for a Intelligent Office franchise?
Intelligent Office does not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their FDD. ROI varies significantly by location, market, and operator. Contact existing franchisees for firsthand financial information.
How many Intelligent Office locations are there?
Intelligent Office has 100 total locations (100 franchised). The network is growing at 0.0% year-over-year.
What are the ongoing fees for a Intelligent Office franchise?
Intelligent Office charges a 6.0% royalty on gross sales. There is also a 1.0% advertising fund contribution. These ongoing fees are in addition to the initial franchise investment. Actual total ongoing costs vary by location, franchisees should review Items 6 and 7 of the FDD for complete fee details.
Is Intelligent Office a good franchise to buy?
Whether Intelligent Office is a good investment depends on multiple factors including your financial situation, market conditions, and business goals. The network is growing at 0.0% year-over-year. Key due diligence steps include reviewing the full FDD, speaking with current and former franchisees (Item 20), validating financial claims, and consulting a franchise attorney.
Where does PlainFranchise get its data?
Franchise data is sourced from publicly available Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) and public filings. FDDs are required by the FTC Franchise Rule and contain standardized financial and operational information. Industry benchmark context draws on U.S. Census Bureau business statistics. Data is for informational purposes only and should be verified with the franchisor before making investment decisions. Verify with FTC → · U.S. Census Bureau →

How Intelligent Office compares to the Business Services sector

Intelligent Office's costs vs the average across 10 business services brands tracked here.

Initial investment (low)
$135K
Sector avg $64K · +109%
Royalty rate
6.0%
Sector avg 14.1% · -8.1 pts
Franchise fee
$35K
Sector avg $37K · -6%

Sector averages computed across all tracked business services brands from FDD Items 5–7 (FDD year 2024).

Data sourced from official state franchise disclosure registries and FDD filings. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainFranchise Editorial

Source: U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Franchise opportunity, investment, and SBA loan data · 2025