Is the All County per-day fee subject to change?
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. |
Source: Item 6 — Other Fees (FDD pages 10–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the per-day fee is indeed subject to change. The standard fee is $300, which is charged if the franchisee requires assistance from All County to operate the franchise. The FDD specifies that this fee is not fixed and can be adjusted by All County.
This is a fairly common practice in franchising, as it allows the franchisor to adjust fees based on market conditions or the level of support required. For a prospective All County franchisee, this means that the cost of assistance from the franchisor could increase over time. It would be prudent to inquire about the conditions under which the fee might change and how often such changes typically occur.
Understanding the potential for fee adjustments is crucial for financial planning. While a $300 per day fee might be acceptable initially, significant increases could impact profitability. Franchisees should also clarify whether there are any caps on how high the per-day fee can go, or if there is a notification period before changes are implemented. This information will help in forecasting expenses and managing the business effectively.