Network LEX
Franchising since 2018 · 6 locations
The total investment to open a Network LEX franchise ranges from $12,450 - $25,245. The initial franchise fee is $12,500. Ongoing royalties are 15% plus a 5% advertising fee. Network LEX currently operates 6 locations. Data sourced from the 2022 Franchise Disclosure Document.
$12,450 - $25,245
$12,500
6
FPI Score
This franchise has not yet been scored by the Franchise Performance Index. Scores are calculated based on public FDD data, SBA loan performance, and system-level metrics.
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What is the Network LEX franchise?
SFC Estate Coaching, representing the brand known as Network Lex franchise for this detailed analysis, embarked on its journey within the specialized business and professional services sector with its founding in 2013. The company’s innovative vision was the brainchild of Craig Mellendorf, who not only serves as its Founder and CEO but also brings the distinguished expertise of a Certified Gift Planning Professional to the forefront of its operations. Mellendorf meticulously developed and launched SFC Estate Coaching in January 2015, establishing a clear mission to provide essential coaching services specifically focused on the intricate world of estate planning. Headquartered in Thiensville, Wisconsin, this organization has carefully cultivated a unique market position by offering a comprehensive, educational, and confidence-building approach to estate preparation. The core service model of the Network Lex franchise is designed to demystify the estate planning process, empowering clients by guiding them through a structured four-appointment program. This program intelligently segments the client journey, beginning with two crucial sessions facilitated by a dedicated SFC estate coach. The initial appointment is a thorough data gathering exercise, where the coach diligently collects and securely inputs all pertinent client information into a confidential database. Any supplementary details required are assigned as "homework," ensuring a complete and accurate profile is compiled. Following this, the second coaching appointment involves a detailed presentation of a personalized digital estate planning booklet, meticulously crafted from the gathered data. During this pivotal session, the client and coach collaboratively review the booklet, delving into various strategic options and ensuring a profound understanding and comfort with the proposed plan. Only once the client expresses complete confidence in their plan are their comprehensive details securely forwarded
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Data Insights
Key performance metrics for Network LEX based on SBA lending data
Investment Tier
Low-cost entry
$12,450 – $25,245 total
Why Network LEX Doesn't Appear in Public SBA Data
The SBA 7(a) program publishes loan-level data for every approved franchise borrower. Network LEX does not currently appear in those public records — and that absence carries useful information for prospective franchisees evaluating this brand.
Likely explanations for the absence
- With under 25 units system-wide, transaction volume is small enough that any SBA activity could fall below the reporting visibility threshold in any given fiscal year.
- Low capital requirements (under $50K total) often fall below the typical SBA loan threshold — operators self-fund or use personal credit instead.
Absence from SBA records does not mean a brand is un-fundable. It typically means the franchise system uses alternative capital sources, or that current franchisees self-fund, secure conventional bank financing, or roll over equity from a prior business sale rather than going through an SBA-guaranteed 7(a) loan. For prospective Network LEX franchisees, the practical question is which financing path actually closes for this brand's profile.
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Asset-Based Lending
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Invoice Factoring
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SBA 7(a) Loans
Working capital and acquisition financing for qualified service-business owners.
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Franchise Partner Buyout Financing
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$129
Principal & Interest only
Locations
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