Are Aerus franchisees allowed to deduct third-party delivery expenses from Gross Sales?

According to the 2025 Aerus Franchise Disclosure Document, Aerus may authorize certain items to be excluded from gross sales. However, this permission can be revoked or withdrawn at any time in writing by Aerus at its option.

This means that while there might be opportunities to reduce the gross sales figure on which royalties are based, any such allowances are not guaranteed and are subject to change at Aerus's discretion. For a prospective franchisee, this implies a degree of uncertainty in projecting royalty payments, as a previously allowed deduction could be eliminated.

It is important for potential Aerus franchisees to discuss with the franchisor what specific items, if any, are currently authorized for exclusion from gross sales and to understand the conditions under which these exclusions could be revoked. This will help in creating a more accurate financial forecast for the franchise.