What is the estimated cost range for additional funds (3 months) for the Aerus Standard Program?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Estimated Cost – Standard Program | Estimated Cost – Associate Program | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be made |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signage | $1,000 to $5,000 | $1,000 to $2,500 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Signage Suppliers |
| Additional Funds | $5,000 to | $3,000 to | As Incurred | As Incurred | Employees, |
| (3 months)(10) | $50,000 | $10,000 | Suppliers | ||
| Goodwill(11) | $0 to $200,000 | $0 to $25,000 | Lump Sum | At Close | Us and Our affiliates |
| TOTALS | $30,500 to $417,790 | $16,000 to $95,790 |
Note 10. The range in the chart reflects the estimated amount of working capital you will need during your first 3 months of operation to pay for additional expenses not itemized above, including, among other things, labor and supplies. The estimates described above were compiled based upon our or our affiliate's 80+ years' experience in establishing and operating businesses similar to the Aerus Businesses, and on the actual experience of existing franchisees in the System in operating under the Standard and Associate Programs since 2002 and 2007, respectively.
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 27–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for additional funds for the Standard Program ranges from $5,000 to $50,000 for the first three months of operation. These additional funds are intended to cover expenses not specifically itemized in the initial investment, such as labor and supplies. These costs are to be paid as they are incurred to employees and suppliers.
Aerus compiled these estimates based on over 80 years of experience from the company and its affiliates in establishing and operating similar businesses. The estimates also take into account the actual experiences of existing franchisees operating under the Standard Program since 2002.
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider this wide range and prepare a detailed budget to understand their potential needs for working capital during the initial months. Factors influencing this amount could include the pace of customer acquisition, the efficiency of operations, and unforeseen expenses. It is advisable to discuss these potential costs with existing Aerus franchisees to gain a clearer understanding of the financial requirements.