When is the Aerus transfer fee of $100 due?

According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the transfer fee of $100 is due upon notification by you or your principals of their intent to transfer. This fee applies to any transfer of (i) all or any portion of an ownership interest in the franchisee or (ii) an Approved Location.

For a prospective Aerus franchisee, this means that if you decide to sell your franchise, either partially or entirely, or if you want to transfer your approved location to a new site, you will need to pay Aerus a $100 transfer fee at the time you notify them of your intentions. This fee is relatively small compared to other potential costs associated with transferring a franchise, such as legal fees or potential capital gains taxes.

It is important to note that this fee is triggered by the notification of intent to transfer, not necessarily the completion of the transfer. Therefore, if you notify Aerus of your intent to transfer but the transfer does not ultimately occur, you may still be responsible for paying the $100 fee. Franchisees should carefully consider the implications of this fee when contemplating a transfer of ownership or location.