Where in the Bath Tune Up franchise agreement can I find details regarding the Technology Fee?
Bath_Tune_Up Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
4.5. Technology Fee
Throughout the Term of this Agreement, Franchisee will pay Franchisor, in advance, a monthly Technology Fee in the amount specified in the Manuals. The Technology Fee is applied towards the cost of operating, upgrading and supporting Franchisor's technology platforms including the BATH TUNE-UP® customer relations management software and any successor or replacement thereof. Because changes to technology are dynamic and not predictable within the Initial Term, and in order to provide for inevitable but unpredictable changes to technological needs and opportunities, the Technology Fee is subject to change from time to time. Payments of Technology Fee are not refundable.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bath Tune Up's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Section 4.5 of the franchise agreement outlines the Technology Fee. Throughout the term of the agreement, franchisees must pay Bath Tune Up a monthly Technology Fee in advance. The specific amount of this fee is detailed in the Manuals.
The Technology Fee is allocated towards the costs associated with operating, upgrading, and supporting Bath Tune Up's technology platforms, including the customer relations management software and any subsequent replacements. This fee is subject to change due to the dynamic nature of technology and unpredictable changes in technological needs and opportunities.
It's important to note that payments of the Technology Fee are non-refundable. Prospective franchisees should consult the Manuals to understand the current amount of the Technology Fee and inquire about potential future changes to budget accordingly.