Are the fees paid to Bevaris Alliance refundable?

According to Bevaris Alliance's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, all fees paid to the company are non-refundable. This is explicitly stated in Item 6, which covers other fees associated with the franchise.

This non-refundable policy applies to all fees, including but not limited to the Third Party Quality Assurance Audit Fee (up to $500 per quarter), the Technology Fee (amount varies), the Franchise Portal Fee (up to $250 per month), the Convention Fee (travel fees and out-of-pocket expenses, suggested cost up to $500 per day), the Indemnity, the Noncompliance Fee ($100 per occurrence), the Product or supplier evaluation fee (no fee unless the product or supplier is not approved), and Costs and Attorneys’ Fees (amount varies).

This means that once a franchisee pays any of these fees to Bevaris Alliance, they cannot get the money back under any circumstances. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider this policy and ensure they understand all the fees involved before signing the franchise agreement. It is crucial to factor in these non-refundable expenses when assessing the overall cost and financial viability of the Bevaris Alliance franchise.