When do Subscription Fees begin to accrue for a Beggars Pizza customer?
Beggars_Pizza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
a. Customer shall pay fees as set forth in the Quote, as otherwise provided in this Agreement, or as otherwise agreed in writing. Subscription Fees begin to accrue on the date the Service is first made available for use by Users to place orders for Customer's food or as otherwise agreed upon by the parties in writing including in the Quote ("Billing Start Date"). Pricing changes for Subscription Fees and other charges may occur as stated in Section 11.
- b. The billing interval is indicated in the Quote. The Subscription Fees will be invoiced for each billing interval up to ten (10) days before the first day of that billing interval, in advance for that entire interval (except as otherwise agreed in writing for certain items), and are due upon receipt by Customer of SpeedLine's invoice (unless otherwise agreed to). If the Billing Start Date is the first day of a calendar month, then the regular, full billing intervals will start on that date. If not, then the regular, full billing intervals will start on the first day of the first full calendar month after the Billing Start Date and the Subscription Fees for the partial month starting on such Billing Start Date will be prorated and invoiced on or before the Billing Start Date.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 39–192)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beggars Pizza's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, subscription fees for the SpeedDine Online Ordering System begin accruing on the "Billing Start Date." This date is defined as when the service is first available for users to place orders for the Beggars Pizza customer's food. However, the Billing Start Date can be otherwise agreed upon in writing by both parties, potentially including details specified in the Quote.
The billing interval is specified in the Quote, and invoices for subscription fees are typically issued up to ten days before the start of each billing interval, covering the entire interval in advance. These invoices are due upon receipt, unless otherwise agreed. If the Billing Start Date falls on the first day of a calendar month, the regular billing intervals will align with this date. If the Billing Start Date is not on the first day of the month, the regular billing intervals will commence on the first day of the subsequent full calendar month. In this case, the subscription fees for the partial month from the Billing Start Date will be prorated and invoiced on or before the Billing Start Date.
Prospective Beggars Pizza franchisees should carefully review the Quote and any written agreements to understand the specific Billing Start Date, billing intervals, and any potential variations in payment terms. Understanding these details is crucial for managing cash flow and ensuring timely payments to avoid potential disruptions in service or late payment penalties. Franchisees should also clarify with SpeedLine any uncertainties regarding the Billing Start Date or the proration of fees for partial months.