By: Dr. Shane Kurth, D.C., BCN
Founder & Head of Franchise Development, Radiant Results
Updated May 2026

This post is for prospective franchisees who are past the research phase. It covers exactly what the Radiant Results franchise application process involves — who qualifies, what each step requires, and what to expect from first contact through location opening. If you have a market in mind and capital ready to deploy, start here.

The most common message I get from qualified prospects isn’t “tell me more about red light therapy.” It’s “what happens next?” The Radiant Results franchise application process answers that question — and this post walks through every phase. You’ll see the qualifications, the available markets, and what serious applicants need to bring to the table.

Key Takeaways

• The application runs a structured multi-phase sequence from initial inquiry through franchise award. Qualified candidates who move decisively complete it within a defined evaluation window.
• Financial qualification requirements — including minimum net worth and liquid capital — are disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document, provided during the formal review phase.
• Active development markets include Charlotte, NC and St. Louis, MO, alongside the operating Sandy, UT location. Territories are awarded to qualified applicants and close once executed.
• Every Radiant Results location is built on the Dahlia Full Body Light Therapy Bed and Styku 3D body scanner — standardized medical-grade equipment that ensures a consistent, differentiated client experience from day one.
• The Sandy, UT location posted 400%+ impression growth and 200%+ click growth within the first 30 days of its SEO program. This is a marketing performance benchmark, not a revenue projection.

Why the Application Window for Red Light Therapy Franchises Matters Right Now

The global red light therapy market is in active expansion. Grand View Research analysis of the phototherapy equipment market documents strong projected compound annual growth through the coming decade. Consumer demand for non-invasive wellness and recovery services is driving that growth.

That growth curve matters for territory selection. Operators who establish a Radiant Results location in an underserved market now capture first-mover advantages in local consumer mindshare and local SEO. Those advantages compound over time. The Sandy, UT launch demonstrated this directly — 400%+ impression growth and 200%+ click growth in the first 30 days of a supported SEO launch. Operators who evaluate the same market 18 months later enter against an established presence.

Radiant Results is awarding franchises in a defined set of priority markets. Once a territory is executed, it closes. This is not manufactured scarcity — it is how territorial franchise development works. Candidates evaluating now have a window in specific markets that remains open only until a qualified applicant claims it.

The Radiant Results Franchise Application Process: Phase by Phase

This process was built to respect both parties’ time. Every phase has a purpose. Here is exactly what to expect.

Phase 1 — Initial Inquiry

Submit the franchise inquiry form at getradiantresults.com/franchise/. We collect basic background information, your market of interest, and a preliminary sense of your business background. This is not a commitment — it is the first step in a structured conversation.

Phase 2 — Qualification Conversation

This is an introductory call with the Radiant Results franchise development team. We discuss your market interest, relevant background, and a high-level financial overview. Come to this call with a specific territory in mind. Know why that market represents an opportunity. Vague interest doesn’t advance — focused operators do.

Phase 3 — FDD Review

The Franchise Disclosure Document is provided to qualified candidates. Federal law mandates a minimum review period before any agreement is signed. The FTC’s Franchise Rule ensures candidates can review obligations, financials, territory terms, and franchisee history with full information. Use this time actively. Review Item 19 for financial performance data. Engage a franchise attorney. Ask every question that matters to your investment decision.

Phase 4 — Franchisee Validation

Candidates speak directly with existing Radiant Results franchisees. Use this step. Ask operators about their experience in the qualification process, what opening looked like, and where the model performed differently than expected. This is the most honest data you will get before signing anything.

Phase 5 — Discovery Day / Leadership Meeting

Candidates meet the Radiant Results leadership team and walk through the operational model firsthand. The Dahlia Full Body Light Therapy Bed and Styku 3D body scanner are the centerpiece of every location. Seeing the equipment and session flow in person matters before committing capital.

Phase 6 — Franchise Award and Agreement Signing

Territory is formally awarded and the franchise agreement is executed. From this point, the post-award timeline begins: site selection, buildout, equipment installation, training, and market launch.

Who Radiant Results Is Looking For: Franchise Application Qualifications

Selectivity in awarding franchises is not arbitrary. This model performs best with the right operator — and awarding a location to the wrong candidate creates problems for both parties.

What qualifies a strong candidate

The operators who perform best come from backgrounds in business ownership, management, or investment portfolio development. A healthcare or wellness background is not required. The franchisor provides the clinical and operational systems. What is required is the ability to manage a business, develop a local market, and work within a system.

Candidates should arrive with a specific market in mind. The strongest qualification conversations happen when an operator has already evaluated their target territory. They know the local competitive landscape. They’ve identified commercial real estate corridors. They can explain why their market is the right fit. That preparation signals the kind of operator Radiant Results wants building locations.

Multi-unit interest is welcome and actively encouraged. Operators interested in developing more than one location should raise that during the initial qualification conversation.

What does not qualify

Passive investors expecting hands-off returns are not the right fit. Operating a Radiant Results location requires active business leadership — either direct day-to-day management or a qualified operator running the location with owner oversight. Candidates who resist systems, coaching, or brand standards will find the qualification process short.

Financial Requirements and What to Prepare Before You Apply

Radiant Results requires candidates to meet minimum net worth and liquid capital thresholds before advancing. The International Franchise Association notes that minimum financial qualification requirements are standard practice across the franchise industry. They protect franchisees from undercapitalization — they are not barriers for qualified operators. Specific figures for Radiant Results are disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Candidates who arrive at the qualification conversation with documentation in order move faster. They also demonstrate the operational mindset this model requires.

Before you apply, prepare the following:

• Personal financial statement — assets, liabilities, net worth summary. A standard form is acceptable. The goal is a clear picture of your financial position.
• Business background summary — 2–3 paragraphs covering relevant ownership, management, or investment experience. Not a resume — a narrative that explains how your background translates to operating a franchise location.
• Target market identification — name the territory you’re evaluating and be prepared to explain why you’ve chosen it.
• Preliminary real estate awareness — a basic sense of commercial real estate conditions, anchor tenant corridors, and available square footage in your target market.
• Investment readiness assessment — review Item 7 of the FDD (estimated initial investment) carefully with a franchise attorney. Understand total investment, not just franchise fees.

For a broader breakdown of investment considerations in this category, see red light therapy franchise cost and investment overview.

Ready to find out if you qualify? See if your market is available for a Radiant Results location.

This is not a franchise offering. A franchise can only be offered through delivery of a Franchise Disclosure Document.

Markets Currently Being Awarded — and What to Know About Territory Selection

Three markets are confirmed in active Radiant Results development: Sandy, UT (operating), Charlotte, NC (in development), and St. Louis, MO (in development). Additional pipeline markets are under evaluation.

Territory selection involves real market analysis — not just zip code availability. Factors that inform territory evaluation include:

• Population density within the service draw area
• Proximity to complementary services (fitness, medical spas, physical therapy, wellness retail)
• Commercial real estate availability in high-traffic corridors
• Local competitive presence and current red light therapy service gaps
• Demographic alignment with the Radiant Results client profile

Research your target market before the qualification call. Operators who arrive with a clear territorial thesis — including competitive awareness and real estate corridor identification — demonstrate both market intelligence and operational seriousness. That combination accelerates the process.

Territory status changes as agreements are executed. The only way to confirm whether a specific market remains available is to initiate a franchise territory inquiry.

What Happens After You Apply — From Submission to Opening Day

The post-award timeline runs from franchise agreement execution through location opening. The major milestones are site selection, lease negotiation, buildout, equipment installation, pre-open training, and marketing launch.

Every Radiant Results location is built on the same standardized equipment package: the Dahlia Full Body Light Therapy Bed and the Styku 3D body scanner. Equipment standardization is not incidental — it is the operational foundation of the brand’s consistency and premium positioning. Franchisees know exactly what they are installing. Clients know exactly what experience to expect.

Pre-open training structure and support deliverables are confirmed with the Radiant Results team prior to opening. For a full breakdown of ongoing support, see the Radiant Results franchise support structure overview.

The marketing launch is franchisor-supported. The Sandy, UT location posted 400%+ impression growth and 200%+ click growth within the first 30 days of its SEO program. That is a marketing performance metric, not a revenue projection. It demonstrates the franchisor’s ability to drive local digital visibility from day one. Local search visibility is a primary driver of new client acquisition for service businesses, and independent operators building from scratch cannot replicate that launch-day capability on the same timeline.

Proof of Concept — What Radiant Results Locations Are Demonstrating

The Sandy, UT location is the clearest data point on what a Radiant Results market entry looks like. Within 30 days of launching its SEO program, the location posted 400%+ impression growth and 200%+ click growth. To be precise: these are digital marketing performance metrics. They indicate local search visibility and click-through volume — not revenue figures, net income claims, or projections of franchisee earnings. They demonstrate the franchisor’s ability to execute a market launch that generates measurable local awareness rapidly. That is a meaningful operational variable for every prospective franchisee evaluating how long it takes a new location to build a client base.

The company-owned location’s financial performance is detailed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Review Item 19 carefully, with a franchise attorney, as part of your due diligence. The figures in Item 19 represent company-owned location performance and are not a guarantee of franchisee results.

Multi-market expansion to Charlotte and St. Louis reflects market validation from operators who completed the full due diligence process. The model’s economics — approximately 87% gross margin on services, ~5% COGS, lean 2–3 person staffing — are built around service delivery, not inventory management. Peer-reviewed research on photobiomodulation continues to validate the clinical basis for red light therapy services, supporting long-term consumer confidence in this category.

Equipment and support details are based on company-owned location operations and franchise program specifications. Financial performance data references Item 19 of the Radiant Results FDD. Individual franchisee results will vary.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Radiant Results Franchise Application

How long does the Radiant Results franchise application process take?

The timeline depends on how quickly a candidate moves through each phase. FDD review, validation calls, and discovery day scheduling all affect overall duration. Candidates who arrive prepared and respond promptly move faster than those who require extended follow-up. The process is designed to be thorough, not slow.

What are the financial qualifications required to apply?

Radiant Results requires candidates to meet minimum net worth and liquid capital thresholds before advancing. These requirements ensure franchisees are capitalized to open, operate, and develop their market without financial stress in early phases. Complete financial criteria are in the Franchise Disclosure Document, provided to qualified candidates during the formal review phase.

Is my market still available for a Radiant Results franchise?

Markets are awarded on a first-qualified basis. Current confirmed development markets include Charlotte, NC and St. Louis, MO, alongside the operating Sandy, UT location. Territory availability changes as agreements are executed. The only way to confirm whether a specific market remains open is to check available franchise territories. There is no cost or commitment associated with that inquiry.

How much does it cost to open a Radiant Results franchise?

Total investment varies by market, location size, and buildout requirements. Investment details — including franchise fees, estimated buildout costs, equipment investment, and working capital — are disclosed in full in the Franchise Disclosure Document. Review Item 7 of the FDD with a qualified franchise attorney before making financial commitments.

Does a franchisee need a wellness or healthcare background to qualify?

No. Radiant Results selects franchisees based on business operational capacity, financial qualification, and market commitment — not clinical credentials. Prior business ownership, management experience, or investment history are the relevant background factors. The franchisor provides operational systems, equipment training, and clinical protocols. Franchisees provide business leadership, market development, and operational execution.

Can a franchisee own multiple Radiant Results locations?

Multi-unit development is available and actively encouraged for qualified operators. Candidates interested in developing more than one location should raise that during the initial qualification conversation. Territory structure, development schedules, and multi-unit agreement terms are part of the discovery process for operators pursuing a portfolio approach.

The Radiant Results franchise application process is built for operators who are ready to move — not to slow qualified candidates down, but to make sure both sides are making the right decision. If you want lean staffing, high-margin services, differentiated medical-grade equipment, and a franchisor that drives your market launch from day one, see if you qualify for a location. Markets are being awarded selectively, and territory availability changes as agreements are executed.

This is not a franchise offering. A franchise can only be offered through delivery of a Franchise Disclosure Document.