The Cost of Owning a Right at Home Franchise

One of the first questions many aspiring Franchise owners ask is simple: How much does it cost to start a home care Franchise?

When you're investing in a Franchise, you're not just paying for office space, software, or training. You're investing in a business model, a Brand, and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on your community.

According to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), the estimated initial investment to open a new Right at Home Franchise ranges from $94,330 to $176,239.

Let's take a closer look at what that investment includes and why many entrepreneurs find value in the home care industry.

The Initial Investment

Every Franchise opportunity is different, but Right at Home's initial investment is designed to provide the foundation needed to launch and grow a home care business over several months.

The Franchise Fee

The initial Franchise fee is $49,500. This fee provides access to the Right at Home Brand, business systems, initial training, and ongoing support resources. Qualified veterans may be eligible for a 25% discount through Right at Home's VetFran partnership.

Retail Space

Right at Home Franchisees operate from an office that typically ranges from 600 to 1,200 square feet, with estimated rent costs between $2,850 and $8,700. Unlike other business models, home care focuses on serving clients where they live, not in a storefront. While care will not be provided in your office, it's important to have a space to host interviews and caregiver orientations, and to showcase the Brand.

Sustaining Business Before Opening

Many of the other costs listed in the Right at Home 2026 FDD are allocated for fees that you may incur before opening the doors of your business and securing clients.

The FDD estimates Franchisees should plan for $17,000 to $40,000 in additional funds during the first three months of operation. These funds can cover expenses like payroll, recruiting, and other operational costs while you establish your business.

The initial investment includes computer hardware, software, operating systems, and training tools. The FDD estimates technology-related startup expenses ranging from $3,750 to $9,250. These systems allow Franchisees to manage scheduling, caregiver recruiting, training, compliance, and day-to-day operations.

View the full breakdown of anticipated business expenses in the chart below.

Ongoing Franchise Fees

Like most Franchise Systems, Right at Home Franchisees contribute to ongoing fees that support the Brand and Franchise System.

These include:

A royalty fee of 5% of net billings
A local marketing investment of 2% of net billings
Contributions to the Brand Marketing and Promotion Fund

These investments help support Brand awareness, marketing initiatives, operational resources, technology, training programs, and materials that Franchisees can leverage as they grow.

Looking Beyond the Numbers

While startup costs are important, they only tell part of the story.

Many entrepreneurs are drawn to home care because they want to own a business that offers both personal and professional fulfillment. As more families seek support for aging loved ones, the demand for quality in-home care continues to grow.

When evaluating the cost of a home care Franchise, it can be helpful to consider everything that comes with the investment, including:

An established national Brand
Comprehensive onboarding and training
Ongoing operational support
Technology platforms and business tools
Marketing resources
Peer-to-peer networking opportunities

Is Home Care Right for You?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to Franchise ownership.

The best next step is to review the Franchise Disclosure Document carefully, speak with current Franchisees, and evaluate how the opportunity aligns with your personal, professional, and financial goals.