What is the estimated low amount for Furniture and Fixtures for a Best Brains franchise?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Estimated Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | High | ||||
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $14,500 | $14,500 | Check or electronic transfer | Upon signing the Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Training Fee (Note 2) | $3,500 | $3,500 | Check or electronic transfer | Upon signing the Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Initial Inventory & Equipment (Note 3) | $1,000 | $10,600 | Check or electronic transfer | Upon receipt | Us |
| Transportation and Living Expenses During Training (Note 4) | $550 | $2,000 | As arranged | Before opening | Airlines, hotels and restaurants |
| Lease Security | $1,500 | $6,000 | As arranged | Before | Landlord |
| Deposit (Note 5) | opening | ||||
| Utility Security | $0 | $500 | As arranged | Before | Utilities |
| Deposits (Note 6) | opening | ||||
| First Month’s Rent | $1,500 | $7,000 | As arranged | Before | Landlord |
| (Note 7) | opening | ||||
| Leasehold Improvements (Note 8) | $3,500 | $50,000 | As arranged | Before opening | Other suppliers |
| Signage (Note 9) | $500 | $6,000 | As arranged | Before opening | Other suppliers |
| Furniture and | $5,000 | $8,000 | As arranged | Before | Other suppliers |
| Fixtures (Note 10) | opening | ||||
| Office Equipment and Supplies (Note 11) | $500 | $1,000 | As arranged | Before opening | Other suppliers |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 16–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated low amount for furniture and fixtures for a Premium Learning Center is $5,000. This includes items such as chairs and desks needed to complete the learning center. The high end of the estimate is $8,000. These costs are paid to other suppliers before opening.
For a Teacher Learning Center, the estimated low amount for furniture and fixtures is $4,000, with a high estimate of $9,000. As with the Premium Learning Center, these costs are paid to other suppliers before opening.
It's important to note that these are only estimates, and the actual costs may vary. Prospective franchisees should consider these figures as a starting point and conduct their own research to determine the likely costs in their specific location. Factors such as the size of the learning center, the quality of the furniture and fixtures selected, and the availability of local suppliers can all impact the final cost.