What is the deadline for paying the Additional Training Fee for Bigfoot Forestry?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF FEE 1 | 2, 3 AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Training Fee | $500 per person per day (plus Travel Expenses for onsite training) | 10 days after invoice | Payable for each person who attends: initial training after you open (e.g. new Managing Owner or Project Manager); retraining after failing a prior attempt; remedial training; or additional training you request. You must also reimburse all Travel Expenses we incur for training onsite in your territory. We do not charge for other training programs. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 12–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bigfoot Forestry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Additional Training Fee is due 10 days after the invoice date. This fee is $500 per person per day, plus reimbursement for travel expenses if the training occurs at the franchisee's location.
This fee applies in several scenarios: initial training for a new Managing Owner or Project Manager after the franchise opens, retraining after a failed attempt, remedial training, or any additional training requested by the franchisee. It's important to note that while the franchisee must cover the $500 per day fee and travel expenses for onsite training, Bigfoot Forestry does not charge for other training programs.
For a prospective Bigfoot Forestry franchisee, this means budgeting not only for the initial franchise fee and ongoing royalties but also for potential training costs. If additional training is needed for any reason, the franchisee will be responsible for these fees and associated travel expenses. This could impact profitability, especially if multiple employees require training or if onsite training is necessary, incurring travel costs.