What is the Outside Service Fee for an Apricot Lane franchise?
Apricot_Lane Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outside Service Fee | $1,000 | As incurred | Payable only if you choose to use an Advertising or Promotions Agency other than COUNTRY VISIONS |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 11–14)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Apricot Lane's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Outside Service Fee is $1,000. This fee is incurred and payable only if a franchisee chooses to use an Advertising or Promotions Agency other than Country Visions, Apricot Lane's standard advertising service.
This means that Apricot Lane franchisees have the option to use an outside advertising agency, but doing so will incur this additional cost. If the franchisee is satisfied with the services provided by Country Visions, this fee will not apply.
It is important for prospective franchisees to consider whether they anticipate using an alternative advertising agency and factor this potential cost into their budget. They should also evaluate the services provided by Country Visions to determine if they meet their needs, as using the in-house service would avoid this additional fee.