How long does the period covered by the Technology and Software Fees estimate last for a Bft franchise?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- 13 Technology and Software Fees. This estimate is designed to cover our current Technology Fee and Software Fee obligations from when you begin the Pre-Sales Phase of opening your Studio, which we estimate you will begin five (5) months prior to the Soft Opening of your Studio, and over the first three (3) months of operation, for a total of eight (8) months of payments. As of the date of this Disclosure Document, those fees are $715 per month and $203 per month, respectively; how
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 26–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimate for Technology and Software Fees covers a period of eight months. This period begins five months prior to the studio's soft opening, which Bft refers to as the Pre-Sales Phase, and continues for the first three months of the studio's operation.
During the Pre-Sales Phase, franchisees pay a reduced Technology Fee of $250. As of the date of the FDD, the standard Technology Fee is $715 per month, and the Software Fee is $203 per month. The estimated initial investment table includes a range of $5,019 for Technology and Software Fees, which covers the total amount expected to be paid during this eight-month period.
Prospective Bft franchisees should note that these fees are subject to change. It is important to confirm the current Technology and Software Fees with Bft before signing the Franchise Agreement to ensure accurate financial planning. Understanding the duration and cost structure of these fees is crucial for managing the initial investment and ongoing operational expenses of the franchise.