To whom is the initial franchise fee paid for a Bee Organized franchise?
Bee_Organized Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
A. Single Territory
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | When Due | To Whom Payment is Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $28,500 | Lump sum | When Franchise Ag |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bee Organized's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial franchise fee is paid to 'Us,' meaning Bee Organized itself. For a single territory, this fee is $28,500, payable in a lump sum when the Franchise Agreement is signed.
For franchisees who elect to expand their operating territory by adding additional territories, the initial franchise fee will range from $48,000 for two territories to $192,000 for a total of 12 territories. This fee structure incentivizes growth but also requires a significant upfront investment for larger territories.
It is important to note that all fees are non-refundable, and Bee Organized does not finance any portion of the initial fees. This means prospective franchisees must have the full amount of the initial franchise fee available at the time of signing the agreement. This is a common practice in franchising, as the initial fee covers the franchisor's costs of granting the franchise and providing initial training and support.