For an Annex Brands franchise, what is the minimum monthly advertising association fee?
Annex_Brands Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee (1) | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising association fee | Monthly, the greater of $150 or 1% of Gross Receipts (2) | 10 days after end of each calendar month or as otherwise provided by local or regional association bylaws | You must participate in a local or regional association. The board of directors of your association may also periodically impose special assessments on its members. You pay fees by automatic bank draft, either to the association or directly to us, at our option. (3) |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 24–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Annex Brands's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a monthly advertising association fee. This fee is the greater of $150 or 1% of gross receipts. This means that even if 1% of a franchisee's gross receipts is less than $150, they are still obligated to pay the minimum fee of $150.
The advertising association fee is due 10 days after the end of each calendar month, or as otherwise provided by local or regional association bylaws. Franchisees are required to participate in a local or regional association, and the board of directors of that association may also impose special assessments on its members.
The fees are paid via automatic bank draft, either to the association or directly to Annex Brands, at their option. This ensures consistent and timely payments. Franchisees should be aware of these ongoing advertising costs when evaluating the financial feasibility of investing in an Annex Brands franchise.