What is the estimated range for Brightstar Care state licensure assistance?
Brightstar_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of expenditure | Amount | Method of payment | When due | To whom payment is to be made | |---|---|---|---|---| | Signage | $400 – $5,000 | As arranged | As per terms | Approved | | See Note 5 | | with vendors | of purchase | sign vendors | | Marketing Materials (brochures, business cards, etc.) See Note 7 | $500 plus shipping and handling | As arranged with vendor | As per terms of invoice | Approved print vendor | | Office Supplies, PPE, | $600 - $730 | As arranged | As per terms | Various | | and medical supplies | | with vendor | of invoice | | | Printing, reproduction & | $300 – $900 | As arranged | As per terms | Various | | postage | | with vendor | of invoice | | | Business Licenses and Other Required License See Note 8 | $200 – $8,633 | City/county municipal authority; if applicable, state health care governing authority | As required by applicable authority | Applicable authority | | State Licensure | $0 – $6,500 | As arranged | Per terms of | Approved | | Assistance | | with vendor | invoice | vendor | | Local Marketing Spend See Note 9 | $3,000 – 5,250 | As arranged with vendors | Per terms of invoice | Various approved and required vendors | | Recruitment Spend | $3,495 - $6,385 | As arranged | Per terms of | Various | | See Note 10 | | with vendors | invoice | |
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Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 34–41)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brightstar Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for state licensure assistance ranges from $0 to $6,500. This assistance is provided by an approved vendor, and payment is arranged with the vendor according to the terms of their invoice.
This cost covers the expenses associated with obtaining the necessary state licenses to operate a Brightstar Care franchise. The specific licenses required and the associated costs can vary significantly depending on the state in which the franchise is located. Factors influencing these costs include application fees, background checks, and other regulatory requirements.
Prospective franchisees should investigate the specific licensing requirements and costs in their state to accurately budget for this expense. It's important to note that while Brightstar Care provides assistance, the franchisee is ultimately responsible for ensuring they have all the necessary licenses to operate legally. This figure is an estimate, and actual costs may vary based on the specific circumstances of the franchisee's location and the prevailing regulatory environment.