Who bears the cost of hiring employees, consultants, and agents for establishing and operating the Aerus Franchised Business?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ny Satellite; provided, however, Company reserves the right at any time to disallow the further creation of Satellites or to impose any such policies, procedures and practices directed to the creation or operation of Satellites as Company may deem appropriate in its sole discretion.
- E. Franchisee shall be permitted, at its own cost and expense, to hire and retain such employees, consultants and agents as Franchisee may deem necessary in establishing and operating the Franchised Business.
Source: Item 15 — Obligation to Participate in the Actual Operation of the Franchise Business (FDD pages 53–54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for covering the costs associated with hiring and retaining employees, consultants, and agents necessary for establishing and operating their Aerus Franchised Business. This includes all employment-related matters such as hiring, firing, discipline, compensation, benefits, and scheduling. This means the franchisee has autonomy over their staffing decisions but also bears the financial burden of these choices.
Aerus retains the right to set minimum staffing requirements and hours of operation for Approved Locations, as outlined in the manuals. However, the franchisee maintains sole authority and discretion regarding all employment matters within those guidelines. This ensures that while Aerus can set some standards for operational capacity, the franchisee controls the specifics of their workforce.
This arrangement is typical in franchising, where franchisees operate as independent business owners. Franchisees should carefully consider labor costs, market conditions, and Aerus's minimum staffing requirements when making hiring decisions to ensure profitability and compliance with the franchise agreement.