What is the 'Beyond Fee' that an Aerus franchisee must pay, and is it refundable?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
terials), that Company may develop or have developed for use in the operation of Aerus Businesses, including Franchised Businesses (as such may be reviewed by Company from time to time), that offer and sell the Beyond Products.
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- Subparagraph (u) of Section 15.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 74–305)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Beyond Fee is a $100 fee that franchisees pay to the company in exchange for the right to sell Beyond Products. This fee grants the franchisee the right and license to sell Beyond Products to approved customers within their area of responsibility, in accordance with the terms of the franchise agreement and manuals. The definition of 'Products' in the franchise agreement is supplemented to include Beyond Products. Additionally, Aerus grants the franchisee a limited non-exclusive right to use the Beyond Marks in compliance with the franchise agreement, manuals, and any specific usage guidelines. The definition of 'Marks' in the franchise agreement is also supplemented to include the Beyond Marks.
The Beyond Fee is non-refundable and is due upon the execution of the addendum granting the franchisee the right to sell Beyond Products. This means that once the agreement is signed, the franchisee is obligated to pay the $100, and this amount will not be returned under any circumstances.
This fee structure is relatively straightforward compared to some franchise systems that may have more complex or tiered fee arrangements. However, the non-refundable nature of the Beyond Fee means that a prospective Aerus franchisee should be certain about their decision to sell Beyond Products before committing to the addendum, as the $100 will not be returned even if they later decide not to pursue the sale of these products.