When is the advertising fee paid to All County?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF FEE | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Fee | The greater of 1% of Gross Revenue1 or $195 per month | When the Royalty is paid | Paid to us to promote the Marks and the System regionally or nationally. |
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 12–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the advertising fee is due when the royalty fee is paid. The advertising fee is the greater of 1% of gross revenue or $195 per month. This fee is paid to All County to promote the All County marks and system regionally or nationally.
For a prospective All County franchisee, this means that they must budget for this ongoing advertising expense, which is tied directly to their revenue. The consistent payment schedule, aligned with royalty payments, helps streamline financial planning. Franchisees should be aware that even if their gross revenue is low, they will still be required to pay the minimum advertising fee of $195 per month.
Advertising fees are a common component of franchise agreements, used to fund marketing efforts that benefit the entire franchise system. Franchisees should inquire about how All County uses these advertising funds and what specific marketing activities are planned or have been executed in the past. Understanding the franchisor's marketing strategy can help franchisees assess the value they receive for their advertising fee contributions.