What was the median Commission earned by publications in the bottom 10% of Belocal's Reporting Publications?

According to Belocal's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the median yearly Commission earned by publications in the bottom 10% of the Reporting Publications was $23,270.00. This data is based on the performance of 84 Belocal Reporting Publications during the Reporting Period from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The bottom 10% represents the 8 lowest-earning publications. Within this group, 38% of the publications earned Commissions greater than or equal to the group average, while 62% earned less than the group average. The average yearly Commission earned among the bottom 10% was $20,663.00. The highest Commission earned by a publication in this group was $28,789.00, and the lowest was $4,318.00.

In monthly terms, the median Commission earned by publications in the bottom 10% was $1,939.17. The average monthly Commission earned in this group was $1,721.92. The highest monthly Commission earned by a publication in this group was $2,399.08, and the lowest was $344.83. These figures provide a more granular view of the monthly income that a franchisee might expect from a lower-performing publication.

It is important to note that these figures are based on historical data and do not guarantee future performance. Belocal explicitly states that individual results may vary and there is no assurance that a franchisee will achieve similar sales or commission levels. Prospective franchisees should conduct their own independent investigation and consult with financial, business, legal, and tax advisors before making any investment decisions. The FDD also notes that Belocal has not audited or otherwise verified the Commission payments information, emphasizing the need for franchisees to perform their own due diligence.