When is the Impact Study Fee due for a Best Western franchise?
Best_Western Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impact Study Fee (1) | $0 - $4,000 | Lump Sum | Before Commission of Impact Study | Us |
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 37–61)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Western's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Impact Study Fee, which ranges from $0 to $4,000, is due before the commission of the impact study. This fee is paid as a lump sum to Best Western.
New prospective Best Western members may contribute funds for the commissioning of an impact study by paying the Impact Study Fee. If a new prospective member's application is presented to the Board by the Application Deadline and approved, the Impact Study Fee will be credited toward the Affiliation Fee. However, if the application is presented by the deadline but not approved, the entire Affiliation Fee, including the Impact Study Fee, will be refunded.
It's important to note that if a new prospective member's application is not presented to the Board by the Application Deadline due to their own actions, or if the application is approved but the member does not accept the conditions of approval, the Impact Study Fee will not be refunded. This condition highlights the importance of meeting deadlines and understanding the terms of the agreement when applying for a Best Western franchise.