Which section of the Aerus Franchise Agreement and Beyond Addendum covers the franchisee's fee obligations?
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 9 — Franchisee's Obligations (FDD pages 33–34)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee's fee obligations related to the Beyond Program are detailed in Section 5 of the Beyond Addendum. Specifically, in exchange for the rights to sell Beyond Products, the franchisee must pay Aerus a one-time Beyond Fee of $100.00. This fee is non-refundable and due upon execution of the addendum.
This addendum modifies the original franchise agreement to include the sale of Beyond Products. It explicitly states that in case of conflict between the addendum and the original agreement, the terms of the addendum will take precedence. This ensures that the franchisee understands their obligations and rights specifically related to the Beyond product line.
Prospective Aerus franchisees should note that this Beyond Fee is separate from other fees outlined in the standard Franchise Agreement, such as the Initial Franchise Fee, Administration and Technical Support Fees, Location Closure Fees, and New Location Fees, all of which are specified in Schedule 3 of the agreement. The Beyond Fee is a specific, additional cost associated with the right to sell Beyond Products and is not refundable, regardless of the franchisee's success or decision to discontinue selling Beyond Products.