Risk Score
Pending analysis
Investment Range
$305,819 - $885,227
Business Summary
Stiltz Homelifts businesses specialize in selling and installing unique and compact home elevator lifts. These proprietary lifts are designed to be installed in more locations within a home and at a lower cost compared to traditional elevators. Stiltz Homelifts businesses focus on in-home sales, installation, service, and repairs, primarily targeting individuals with mobility challenges living in multi-story homes.
Corporate History
Stiltz Franchising, Inc. was formed as a Delaware corporation on October 3, 2023. While the franchisor entity itself is relatively new, its parent company, Stiltz Ltd. (Stiltz UK), was founded in London, United Kingdom in September 2010. An affiliate, Stiltz, Inc. (SI), has operated as a distribution business for Stiltz lifts since 2013 and owns the intellectual property licensed to Stiltz Franchising. Stiltz Franchising began offering franchises for Stiltz Homelifts Businesses on April 30, 2025, the issuance date of this disclosure document.
Financial Overview
Investment Range
$305,819 - $885,227
Franchise Fee (High)
$50,000
Royalty %
10%
Equipment Costs (Low)
$41,711
Equipment Costs (High)
$188,110
Working Capital
$350,000
Audited Financials
Yes
Offers Financing
No
Audit Opinion
Unqualified opinion
Financial Health Notes
Stiltz Franchising's financial statements, as of December 31, 2024, show no revenue or net income for the period since its inception in October 2023. The company has $20,000 in cash, which is entirely offset by a $20,000 loan from its shareholder. Stiltz Franchising itself notes that its financial condition calls into question its ability to provide services and support to franchisees.
Financing Details
Stiltz Franchising does not offer any direct or indirect financing to its franchisees. Franchisees are responsible for securing their own loans, leases, or other financial obligations and the franchisor does not guarantee any of these.
Performance Metrics
Total US Locations
0
Franchised Units
0
Corporate Units
0
Avg Square Footage
1,500
Franchising Since
2025
Legal & Compliance Analysis
Recent Litigation
No
Bankruptcy
No
Litigation Summary
Stiltz Franchising has no litigation to disclose. The company or its management have not been involved in any material litigation or bankruptcy proceedings that are required to be reported.
Bankruptcy History
Stiltz Franchising has no bankruptcy history to disclose. Neither the franchisor nor its management have been involved in any bankruptcy proceedings.
Agreement Terms
Initial Term
5 years
Renewal Term
5 years
Renewal Conditions
To renew their Stiltz Homelifts franchise agreement, franchisees must notify Stiltz Franchising in writing between 60 to 180 days before their current term expires. They must be in good standing, free of defaults, and not have received more than three default notices in the prior 12 months. Franchisees will need to sign Stiltz Franchising's then-current franchise agreement and ancillary documents, which may have different terms, and a general release of claims. A non-refundable renewal fee of $10,000 is required. Franchisees must renovate and upgrade their business and premises to meet current brand standards and ensure they have the right to maintain possession of their location for the successor term. They must also take any other actions Stiltz Franchising reasonably requires.
Training & Support Program
Franchisor Assistance
Stiltz Franchising offers several forms of assistance to its franchisees. Before opening, the company provides initial training, designates an Area of Primary Responsibility, loans the confidential Franchise Operations Manual, offers advice on site selection (requiring the use of an approved vendor), and reviews lease agreements. During operation, Stiltz Franchising informs franchisees of mandatory standards, offers advice based on reports or inspections, provides additional training for new hires, and allows continued use of its confidential materials and trademarks. The company also supplies a list of designated and approved suppliers. Optionally, Stiltz Franchising may modify the business system, conduct periodic visits (for which fees apply), establish a Brand Fund, and recommend pricing for products and services.
Initial Training Hours
40
Training Location
Bethlehem, PA
Ongoing Support
After opening, Stiltz Homelifts franchisees receive ongoing assistance through various means. Stiltz Franchising informs them of mandatory operational standards, provides advice on business operations based on reports or inspections, and offers additional training for newly-hired personnel on brand guidelines. Franchisees are allowed to continue using confidential materials, including the Franchise Operations Manual and trademarks, and receive a list of designated and approved suppliers. Stiltz Franchising may also require franchisees and their key personnel to attend system-wide refresher or additional training courses, as well as national or regional meetings and conferences. Travel and associated expenses for attendees are the franchisee's responsibility, and a fee may be charged for additional or remedial training.
Franchise Requirements
Ideal Candidate Profile
Stiltz Franchising seeks franchisees who are committed to actively operating their Stiltz Homelifts Business. If the franchisee is an individual, they must serve as the Responsible Owner, providing full-time, hands-on management and on-site supervision. If the franchisee is a legal entity, it must appoint an individual with at least a 25% equity interest to be the Responsible Owner, who must also be actively involved on a full-time basis, providing on-site management and supervision.
Industry Experience Required
No
Management Experience Required
No
Sales Experience Required
No
Technical Skills Required
No
Operational Details
Location Type
retail
Owner Participation
Full-Time
Territory Type
Non-Exclusive
Territory Size Requirements
Each Stiltz Homelifts franchisee is granted a designated Area of Primary Responsibility (APR) consisting of contiguous zip codes. While there are no explicit minimum size requirements in terms of population or square miles stated for the APR, its size is determined based on the geographic area, population properties, and other relevant demographic characteristics for a Stiltz Homelifts business. The franchisor provides sales leads within this APR. However, franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other Stiltz franchisees, company-owned outlets, other channels of distribution, or competitive brands controlled by the franchisor.
Staffing Notes
Stiltz Homelifts franchisees are responsible for determining their own appropriate staffing levels and for hiring, training, and supervising all employees or independent contractors. Stiltz Franchising does not control the day-to-day activities or employment decisions of the franchisee's staff, and franchisees are solely responsible for all employment-related matters, including wages, benefits, and compliance with labor laws. Each franchisee must inform their employees that they are the sole employer and ensure employees sign prescribed acknowledgment forms. While franchisees may designate a manager (Franchise Manager) to handle daily on-site management, the Responsible Owner must still provide full-time involvement and supervision, or be prepared to step in if the manager is unavailable.