When is the initial franchise fee due to All County?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF FEE | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Organization Fees | Varies. The estimated range of the required fees annually is $300 to $1,000 | Varies | Paid to any professional organizations to which we require you to belong. |
| Additional Required Training Fees | Varies. Typically $300 per day if we elect to charge for training. The estimated range of the required fees annually for additional training is $300 to $2,000 | As we and you agree | Paid to us for additional required training. |
| Per Day Fee | $300, subject to change | As we and you agree | Paid to us if you need us to help you operate the Franchise. |
| 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. |
| Auditing Costs | Actual Costs | Reimbursement of our actual auditing costs | We assess this charge only for audits needed in the event you fail to comply with the Franchise Agreement, fail to allow full access to your records, or we find that you underreported your Gross Receipts by 2% or more for two or more reporting periods. |
| Transfer Fees | $10,000, plus costs paid by transferor. $2,500 paid by transferee. | Concurrently with the transfer | Paid to us if you want to transfer the Franchise to a third party. |
| Costs and Attorney’s Fees | Actual Costs | Reimbursement of our actual costs | Paid to us by you for accounting, attorney and other professional fees if an action is brought against you for breach of the Franchise Agreement. |
| CATEGORY OF | METHOD OF | ||
| INVESTMENT | AMOUNT | PAYMENT | WHEN DUE |
| Initial Franchise Fee1 | $58,500 | L ump sum | When you sign the Franchise Agreement |
| Leasehold | $0 - $2,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged |
| Improvements2 | |||
| Signs3 | $250 - $1,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged |
| Capital Equipment | $1,500 - $5,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged |
| and Supplies4 | |||
| Technology, Office Equipment, and Supplies5 | $1,500 - $4,500 | As Arranged | As Arranged |
| Start-Up Marketing6 | $3,000 - $5,000 | As arranged according to Operations Manual | As arranged |
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 initial franchise fee of $58,500 is due as a lump sum when you sign the Franchise Agreement. For an E-2 Investor Visa, the initial franchise fee is $85,000, also due as a lump sum when you sign the Franchise Agreement. There is also an E-2 Investor Visa Initial Marketing Expense Amount of $36,000 and an E-2 Investor Visa Franchise Real Estate Software Amount of $3,000, both due as a lump sum when you sign the Franchise Agreement. These fees are typically non-refundable, except for the E-2 Investor Visa Initial Marketing Expense Amount and the E-2 Investor Visa Franchise Real Estate Management Software Payment amount if the franchisee's E-2 Investor Visa application is denied before they begin operating the franchised business.
This means that a prospective All County franchisee must have the full initial franchise fee amount available at the time of signing the agreement. This is a standard practice in franchising, as the initial fee compensates the franchisor for granting the franchise rights and providing initial training and support. The non-refundable nature of the fee (except in specific E-2 Visa cases) highlights the importance of thorough due diligence before signing the agreement.
It is important to note the distinction between the standard franchise fee and the fees associated with the E-2 Investor Visa franchise. The E-2 Investor Visa option involves a significantly higher initial investment, which includes additional marketing expenses and real estate software costs. However, a refund is possible for the marketing and software expenses if the visa application is denied before the business commences operations. This provides some financial protection in the event the visa is not approved.
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider which franchise option best suits their needs and financial situation. They should also consult with a business advisor and an immigration attorney (if pursuing the E-2 Visa option) to fully understand the implications of the fees and the conditions for potential refunds. Understanding these details is crucial for making an informed decision about investing in an All County franchise.