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HOTWORX franchise — cost, FDD facts & litigation
What HOTWORX's most recently registered Franchise Disclosure Document actually says about the money, the lawsuits, and the growth — before you wire a five- or six-figure franchise fee.
The full HOTWORX report — $79
Every fee line (Items 5–7), the Item 19 earnings disclosure in context, the Item 3 litigation record, and the Item 20 outlet open/close/transfer history — structured and cited to HOTWORX's FDD. Instant, shareable, save-as-PDF.
What's in the HOTWORX FDD
| Total initial investment (Item 7) | $121,510 – $194,000 |
|---|---|
| Initial franchise fee (Item 5) | $2,500 |
| Royalty (Item 6) | — |
| Financial performance (Item 19) | Disclosed — earnings figures reported |
| Litigation (Item 3) | Disclosed (2+ proceedings) |
| Franchised outlets (latest year end) | See report |
| FDD year | 2025 |
Source: Minnesota Dept. of Commerce — CARDS franchise registrations · filing 35761-202604-15.
HOTWORX franchise — frequently asked
How much does a HOTWORX franchise cost?
HOTWORX's most recently filed FDD (Item 7) puts the total estimated initial investment at $121,510 – $194,000, with an initial franchise fee of $2,500. The full report breaks down every fee line.
Does HOTWORX disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
Yes — HOTWORX makes a financial performance representation in Item 19 of its FDD, with reported figures. Read them in full before relying on them; the report points you to the exact disclosure.
Are there lawsuits against HOTWORX?
HOTWORX's FDD discloses litigation in Item 3 (2+ proceedings referenced). The full report quotes the disclosure and flags franchisee-initiated actions.
Is HOTWORX a good franchise to buy?
That depends on the numbers in the FDD: the $121,510 – $194,000, whether Item 19 earnings are disclosed (they are), litigation history (present), and whether the franchised outlet count is growing or shrinking. The full HOTWORX report puts all of it in one place, cited to the FDD.