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Blingle! Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Blingle! is a fashion and accessory franchise that offers personalized and trendy jewelry, allowing customers to express their style.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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36
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3500%
3500%
Franchise fee

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$59,500
Investment

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$177,000 - $243,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed

$196,000

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Blingle! is a dynamic franchise specializing in outdoor lighting services. Founded by Mike Marlow, what began as a passionate holiday lighting hobby has grown into a full-fledged business committed to transforming outdoor spaces with innovative lighting solutions. 

Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Blingle! started franchising in recent years and has rapidly expanded its footprint across the United States. Blingle! offers a wide range of lighting services, including landscape lighting, holiday lighting, permanent lighting, patio lighting, event lighting, and commercial lighting. 

The franchise prides itself on using state-of-the-art designs and high-quality products to create memorable and visually stunning illuminations for both residential and commercial properties. Additionally, Blingle! is backed by HorsePower Brands, a leading franchising company. 

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Blingle! franchise is $177,000 - $243,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Fee $59,500 – $59,500
Insurance (90 days) $3,000 – $10,000
Tuition Fee $4,995 – $4,995
Travel and Living Expenses while Training $1,500 – $3,500
Royalty Fee $4,500 – $4,500
Opening Package $16,000 – $21,000
Initial Inventory $8,000 – $20,000
Rent & Utilities (90 days) $600 – $1,200
Vehicles $35,300 – $40,300
Licenses, Certificates and Permits $0 – $2,500
Professional Fees $0 – $5,000
Dues and Subscriptions $0 – $1,000
Brand Marketing Fee $15,000 – $15,000
Zee Partnerships Fee $3,000 – $3,000
Marketing and Advertising Expenses $6,000 – $12,000
Additional Funds $20,000 – $40,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $177,395 – $243,495

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Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Fee $59,500 – $59,500
Insurance (90 days) $3,000 – $10,000
Tuition Fee $4,995 – $4,995
Travel and Living Expenses while Training $1,500 – $3,500
Royalty Fee $4,500 – $4,500
Opening Package $16,000 – $21,000
Initial Inventory $8,000 – $20,000
Rent & Utilities (90 days) $600 – $1,200
Vehicles $35,300 – $40,300
Licenses, Certificates and Permits $0 – $2,500
Professional Fees $0 – $5,000
Dues and Subscriptions $0 – $1,000
Brand Marketing Fee $15,000 – $15,000
Zee Partnerships Fee $3,000 – $3,000
Marketing and Advertising Expenses $6,000 – $12,000
Additional Funds $20,000 – $40,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $177,395 – $243,495

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Blingle!'s 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

Blingle! had 36 total units in 2025, of which 36 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Below are some of

Blingle!

key competitors in the

Lighting

sector.

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Revenue
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36

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$177,000

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$243,000

$196,000

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Training 

Blingle! franchisees receive comprehensive training to ensure their success in the outdoor lighting business. 

The training program is designed to cover every aspect of the business, starting with an extensive onboarding process that includes industry-exclusive training materials in the form of videos and web calls with subject matter experts. 

This is followed by a week-long intensive academy where franchise partners prepare for their grand opening.

The training academy provides hands-on experience and detailed guidance on various operational aspects, from customer acquisition and service delivery to utilizing the latest technology for sales and marketing. 

Franchisees learn how to leverage Blingle!’s proprietary systems, such as the nationwide call center, virtual design consultations, and the digital sales process, to streamline their operations and enhance customer experience.

Territory Protection

Blingle! franchisees benefit from territory protection, which ensures that they operate within a defined geographical area without competition from other Blingle! franchisees. This protected territory typically includes a population of approximately 200,000, allowing franchisees to develop a substantial customer base and build strong community ties. 

The territory protection is designed to support franchisees in maximizing their business potential by providing an exclusive operational area.

The franchise agreement outlines the specifics of the protected territory, ensuring that franchisees can focus on delivering high-quality lighting services without the concern of overlapping service areas with other Blingle! franchisees. 

Competitors

Below are some of Blingle!'s key competitors in the Lighting sector.

NiteLites Outdoor Lighting

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10
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-9%
-9%
Investment

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$66,000 - $111,000
Revenue

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Light Your Night

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0
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n.a.
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Investment

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$116,000 - $346,000
Revenue

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Grand Illuminations

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14
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Investment

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$73,000 - $89,000
Revenue

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Christmas Décor

Franchisees

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244
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2%
2%
Investment

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$39,000 - $131,000
Revenue

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Blingle!

Franchisees

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36
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3500%
3500%
Investment

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$177,000 - $243,000
Revenue

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Outdoor Lighting Perspectives

Franchisees

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135
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23%
23%
Investment

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$179,000 - $222,000
Revenue

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