When is the additional training fee due for a B Bops franchise?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Relocation fee | $2,000 | Upon approval of a new location by the Company. | The relocation fee must be paid only if the Franchise must be moved to a new location during the term of the Franchise Agreement as a result of the termination of a lease, the destruction of the premises by fire or other casualty or the commencement of eminent domain |
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| Indemnification | Will vary. | As incurred. | proceedings. |
| You must reimburse the | |||
| Company (or its | |||
| affiliates) if the | |||
| Company (or its | |||
| affiliates) are sued or | |||
| held liable for any claim | |||
| resulting from operation | |||
| of your Franchise or, if | |||
| applicable, the exercise | |||
| of your development | |||
| rights. | |||
| Additional training | Up to $2,000. | Prior to training course. | The additional training |
| fee is only payable if | |||
| you or your manager | |||
| elect to receive | |||
| additional training. See | |||
| Item 11 of this | |||
| disclosure document for | |||
| details. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 14–18)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the additional training fee, which can be up to $2,000, is due prior to the training course. This fee is only payable if the franchisee or their manager elects to receive additional training.
This means that a new B Bops franchisee will only incur this cost if they feel they need extra training beyond the standard program. It provides some flexibility, allowing franchisees to tailor their training based on their experience and needs. However, it's important to note that if additional training is deemed necessary, the fee must be paid upfront before the training commences.
Prospective franchisees should refer to Item 11 of the FDD for more detailed information about the additional training, its content, and circumstances under which it might be beneficial. Understanding the specifics of the additional training will help franchisees make an informed decision about whether to elect for it and budget accordingly.