Source: FranopolisGatsby Glass
Gatsby Glass is a home-improvement franchise providing commercial and residential glass installation. Founded in 1985 and franchising since 2022, it operates as part of HorsePower Brands. The business serves commercial and residential customers that need glass installation services and requires three to five employees to run.
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a limited liability company organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on February 3, 2022.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are a limited liability company organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on February 3, 2022.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total | $201,383 to $258,968 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Total (23) $201,383 $258,968 |
| Tuition Fee | $4,995 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Tuition Fee (3) $4,995 $4,995 |
| Brand Marketing Fee | $15,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Brand Marketing Fee (17) $15,500 $15,500 |
| CRM Fee | $1,800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 CRM Fee (12) $1,800 $1,800 |
| Initial Fee | $59,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial Fee (1) $59,500 $59,500 |
| Special Software Fee | $900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Special Software Fee (13) $900 $900 |
| Dues and Subscriptions | $800 to $1,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Dues and Subscriptions (15) $800 $1,700 |
| Rent & Utilities (90 days) | $5,700 to $13,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Rent & Utilities (90 days) (7) $5,700 $13,500 |
| Travel and Living Expenses while Training | $1,500 to $3,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Travel and Living Expenses while Training (4) $1,500 $3,500 |
| ZeePartnerships Fee | $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 ZeePartnerships Fee (21) $5,000 $5,000 |
| Licenses Certificates and Permits | $0 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Licenses Certificates and Permits (9) $0 $2,500 |
| Initial Marketing Expenditure and Local Advertising Expenditure (90 days) | $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Marketing Expenditure and Local Advertising Expenditure (90 days) (18) $20,000 $20,000 |
| Accounting Services Fee | $2,435 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Accounting Services Fee (20) $2,435 $2,435 |
| Insurance (90 days) | $3,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Insurance (90 days) (2) $3,000 $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Leasehold Improvements (16) $0 $2,500 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 to $10,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Professional Fees (10) $1,000 $10,500 |
| Additional Funds (90 days) | $20,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds (90 days) (22) $20,000 $40,000 |
| Initial Inventory Package | $2,600 to $3,250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial Inventory Package (6) $2,600 $3,250 |
| Contact Center Fee | $850 to $1,660 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Contact Center Fee (14) $850 $1,660 |
| Vehicles | $35,643 to $40,988 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Vehicles (8) $35,643 $40,988 |
| Digital Management Fee | $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Digital Management Fee (19) $1,500 $1,500 |
| Technology Fee | $1,800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Technology Fee (11) $1,800 $1,800 |
| Opening Package | $16,860 to $20,440 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Opening Package (5) $16,860 $20,440 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Marketing & Advertising
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The Brand Fund Contribution shall not exceed 3% of your monthly Gross Revenues Collected
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Management Fee | Currently, the Digital Management Fee is a monthly fee of $500 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Initial Marketing Expenditure Requirement | You are required to spend at least $20,000 within the first ninety (90) days of commencing operations | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Minimum Royalty Fee | The monthly Minimum Royalty is: (i) $500 per month for the period beginning on the one-year anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing through the remainder of the Term. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Special Software Fee | Currently, the Special Software Fee is $300 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Contact Center Fee | an AI Contact Center, which costs $200 per month ... or ... a live agent Contact Center, which costs $300 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Brand Marketing Fee | Within forty-five (45) days after execution of the Franchise Agreement, you must pay us, or an affiliate (as we designate), a brand marketing fee (“Brand Marketing Fee”) of $15,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Annual Conference | Currently, $1,000 per person. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Late Payment | Currently, $100 per incident plus 1½% interest per month, or maximum allowed by law. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Assistance Training Fee | Currently, $500 per day per person. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| CRM Fee | Currently, $400 per month and a one-time set-up fee of $600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Liquidated Damages | an amount equal to the greater of: (a) $150,000; or (b) the aggregate royalty and other ongoing fees due to us | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Tuition Fee | Within forty-five (45) days after execution of the Franchise Agreement, you must pay us our then current initial training Tuition Fee (defined herein) of $4,995 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Accounting Services Fee | the current monthly Accounting Services Fee is $499 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Renewal Fee | The renewal fee will not exceed $30,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Brand Fund Contribution | The Brand Fund Contribution shall not exceed 3% of your monthly Gross Revenues Collected | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Transfer Fee | The transfer fee will not exceed $30,000, subject to state law. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Outstanding Account Receivable Fee | you must pay us a fee in the amount of 15% of the amount collected. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Local Advertising Expenditure Requirement | Thereafter on a monthly basis, the greater of either: (i) $2,000 per month; or (ii) 5% of your monthly Gross Revenues Collected | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| ZeePartnerships Fee | Within forty-five (45) days after execution of the Franchise Agreement, you must pay to us a one-time zeepartnerships fee (the “ZeePartnerships Fee”) of $5,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Initial Training | Currently the Tuition Fee is $4,995 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe Phase I and Phase II Training will generally last 8 weeks but training time may vary depending upon the knowledge, qualifications, and experience of the franchisee.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Phase I and Phase II Training will generally last 8 weeks but training time may vary depending upon the knowledge, qualifications, and experience of the franchisee.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesYou may prepay the principal amount of the Secured Promissory Note at any time without prepayment penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may prepay the principal amount of the Secured Promissory Note at any time without prepayment penalty.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 50 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 83 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 94 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 83 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 137 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 83 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 9 50 +41
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 50 94 +44
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesFranchised 2025 94 137 +43
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor is a limited liability company organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on February 3, 2022.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are a limited liability company organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on February 3, 2022.
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $201,383 to $258,968. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTotal (23) $201,383 $258,968
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
You may prepay the principal amount of the Secured Promissory Note at any time without prepayment penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may prepay the principal amount of the Secured Promissory Note at any time without prepayment penalty.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The Phase I and Phase II Training will generally last 8 weeks but training time may vary depending upon the knowledge, qualifications, and experience of the franchisee.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Phase I and Phase II Training will generally last 8 weeks but training time may vary depending upon the knowledge, qualifications, and experience of the franchisee.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must offer, the franchisor e, and sell all private label products which the franchisor may now or in the future designate for sale by System franchisees.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 64 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must offer, us e, and sell all private label products which we may now or in the future designate for sale by System franchisees.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it currently does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 79 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not currently use any public figure to promote our System.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 137 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 83 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchised 2025 94 137 +43
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 88 · Item 21 · View Source
Exhibit E contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2025, 2024, 2023. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 88 · Item 21 · View Source
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Our fiscal year end is December 31.
Source NotesAttached as Exhibit E to this Disclosure Document are our audited financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025, as of and for the year ended December 31, 2024, and as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023.
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