For each All County franchise location, what role must be designated?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We estimate the length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement or the first payment of consideration for the Franchise Business and the opening of the Franchise Business is 60 to 120 days. This time period may be affected by your ability to attend initial training, become properly licensed, obtain a designated broker of record, find a site to operate the Franchise Business, and/or purchase materials and supplies. You must begin operating the Franchise Business within 120 days after execution of the Franchise Agreement.
Source: Item 15 — Obligation to Participate in the Actual Operation of the Franchise Business (FDD pages 30–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a designated broker of record must be obtained to operate the franchise. The time period between signing the franchise agreement and opening the business can be affected by the franchisee's ability to obtain this designated broker.
This requirement means that prospective All County franchisees must ensure they either meet the qualifications to act as their own broker of record or hire someone who does. This could involve additional costs and time to find a qualified individual and ensure they meet All County's standards.
The need for a designated broker of record highlights the importance of understanding local regulations and licensing requirements for property management businesses. Failing to secure a qualified broker could delay the opening of the franchise and potentially lead to termination of the franchise agreement, resulting in the loss of the initial franchise fee.