To whom is the initial franchise fee paid for a Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise?
Batteries_Plus_Bulbs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount (See Note 2) | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prior to Site Build Out | ||||
| Initial Franchise Fee See Note 3 | $15,000 to $44,500 | Lump Sum | When you sign the Franchise Agreement | Batteries |
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 24–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Batteries Plus Bulbs's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial franchise fee is paid directly to Batteries Plus Bulbs. The initial franchise fee ranges from $15,000 to $44,500 and is due when the Franchise Agreement is signed. This fee is a one-time, lump-sum payment.
In addition to the initial franchise fee, franchisees will make other payments to Batteries Plus Bulbs. For example, franchisees pay Batteries Plus Bulbs for the New Store Commercial Support program, the Omni-Channel Program access fee, a New Store Marketing Campaign contribution, and the Minimum Store Promotion Requirement.
Prospective franchisees should note that, while the initial franchise fee is paid to Batteries Plus Bulbs, other payments are made to third-party vendors for items such as travel and living expenses during training, delivery vehicles, traffic equipment and software, rent, leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, signage, and inventory. Understanding where your money is going is an important part of the due diligence process when considering a franchise investment.