When are payments for signage due for an All Dogs Unleashed franchise?
All_Dogs_Unleashed Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | Payment is to be Made | ||||
| Signage9 | $12,000 | $20,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Third party suppliers |
Note 9. The cost for the creation, installation, and obtaining permits for signage depends on (a) the location of your Facility, (b) the types, number, and size of signage permitted by your landlord and local ordinances, and (c) whether you elect to install signage with lights or other upgraded features.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 12–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All Dogs Unleashed's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the payment for signage, which ranges from $12,000 to $20,000, is due 'as incurred' and is paid to third-party suppliers. This means that franchisees will need to pay for the signage as the costs are incurred during the process of creation, installation, and obtaining permits.
Note 9 in Item 7 of the FDD specifies that the cost for signage depends on the location of the facility, the types, number, and size of signage permitted by the landlord and local ordinances, and whether the franchisee chooses to install signage with lights or other upgraded features. These factors can influence the overall cost and payment schedule.
As the payment is made to third-party suppliers, it is important for prospective All Dogs Unleashed franchisees to establish clear agreements with these suppliers regarding payment terms and schedules. This will help in managing cash flow and ensuring that signage is completed according to the franchise's standards and timeline. Franchisees should also factor in potential variations in costs due to location and specific signage choices when budgeting for their initial investment.