When is the Initial FF&E Payment due for a Body20 franchise?
Body20 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must pay us an initial FF&E payment as set forth in Appendix A (the "Initial FF&E Payment") prior to opening your Studio and as we specify, which you may finance through third parties.
The Initial FF&E Payment is paid in consideration of an initial package of furniture, fixtures, equipment, and other items that we will supply to you.
We will specify the items in your initial FF&E package.
You may be required to purchase additional products or equipment from us, our Affiliates, or our designated vendors prior to opening your Studio for an additional fee.
You acknowledge that we have no obligation to refund the Initial FF&E Payment, in whole or in part, for any reason.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 74–251)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Initial FF&E Payment is due prior to opening your Body20 studio and as Body20 specifies. The document also states that this payment may be financed through third parties. The Initial FF&E Payment is consideration for an initial package of furniture, fixtures, equipment, and other items that Body20 will supply to the franchisee.
The FDD specifies that Body20 will determine the items included in the initial FF&E package. The franchisee may be required to purchase additional products or equipment from Body20, its affiliates, or its designated vendors prior to opening their studio, which would incur additional fees.
It is important to note that the Initial FF&E Payment is non-refundable, in whole or in part, for any reason. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider this non-refundable aspect and ensure they fully understand the terms and conditions before making the payment.