What does the bbSupport Fee for Best Brains cover?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on Programs incur a monthly royalty of 7% of Gross Add-on Program Sales. | |||
| Technology Fee | $40 per month for 0-100 students $60 per month for 101- 200 students $80 per month for 200+ students | Payable monthly | The Company may require the Franchisee to utilize a computer system, including without limitation a cloud-based portal for day-to-day operations of the franchise. FA Secs. 2(C) and 5(S). |
| Brand Development Fund | $1 per subject per student up to $3, subject to a $250 per month minimum | Payable the 19th of each month | FA Sec. 2(D). |
| Interest | 2% per month, or the maximum amount allowed by law, whichever is less | Owed on past due amounts | You must pay interest on any amounts owed to us from the date due until fully paid. FA Sec. 2(E). |
| Late Fee | $100 per incident | As incurred | Applies to each NSF check, late payment, or failure to timely provide reports and financial statements. FA Sec. 2(F). |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then current initial franchise fee. | At time of renewal | FA Secs. 2(G) and 6(B). |
| Subject Material Fee | $5-$8 per month per subject | Monthly | For the availability and distribution of e-learning material.FA Sec. 2(I). |
| bbSupport Fee | $1 per subject (Math or English) per student monthly | Monthly | This fee is for app support from certified teachers (hired by Corporate) to any Best Brains students enrolled in Math or English |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 11–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the bbSupport Fee is $1 per subject (Math or English) per student monthly. This fee specifically covers app support from certified teachers hired by the Best Brains corporate office. This means that a franchisee must pay this fee for every student enrolled in either Math or English, and in return, those students receive app support from Best Brains' certified teachers.
This fee structure provides a direct link between student enrollment and the support provided, ensuring that as a franchisee's student base grows, the resources available to support those students also increase. The fee is ongoing, payable monthly, and directly tied to the number of students enrolled in the core subjects of Math and English. This model ensures that franchisees contribute to the cost of providing specialized support, while also potentially enhancing the value proposition for students and parents.
For a prospective franchisee, understanding the bbSupport Fee is crucial for financial planning. It represents an ongoing operational expense that will fluctuate with student enrollment. While it adds to the cost of running the franchise, it also provides a tangible benefit in the form of certified teacher support, which could be a selling point for attracting and retaining students. Franchisees should factor this fee into their pricing strategies and marketing efforts to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction.