What is the range of the initial inventory fee for the Aerus Standard Program?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Program | Initial Franchise Fee (less the amount of any good faith deposit paid) |
|---|---|
| Standard Program | $3,000 |
| Associate Program | $1,000 |
| Beyond Addendum (Standard Program) | $100 |
| Beyond Addendum (Associate Program) | $100 |
| Inventory (Standard Program) | $15,000 to $90,000 |
| Inventory (Associate Program) | $5,000 to $20,000 |
| Goodwill (Standard Program) | 0 to $200,000 |
| Goodwill (Associate Program) | 0 to $25,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (Standard | $2,500 to $15,000 |
| Program) | |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (Associate | $2,000 to $5,000 |
| Program) |
Source: Item 5 — Initial Fees (FDD pages 17–20)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial inventory fee for the Standard Program ranges from $15,000 to $90,000. This fee covers the cost of aftermarket and service parts, as well as a security deposit for consigned products.
The inventory requirement is a significant initial investment for franchisees operating under the Standard Program. Aerus franchisees should carefully consider their sales projections and storage capabilities to determine the appropriate inventory level. It is important to note that the security deposit is equal to 88% of the total Standard Allocation for all Consigned Products.
The FDD specifies that franchisees must purchase aftermarket and service parts from Aerus, its affiliates, or designated suppliers. This requirement ensures quality control and standardization across the franchise system. The amount of the security deposit can fluctuate based on the consigned products included in the inventory and the Standard Allocation tied to sales volume.
Aerus franchisees should be aware that they may need to increase their security deposit over time to accommodate changes in inventory requirements or increases in the Standard Allocation for consigned products. The security deposit is held by Aerus or its affiliate as security against any monies owed by the franchisee, and Aerus can offset this deposit for any outstanding debts, providing notice of such offsets.