What is the cost of the NEC AccuSync monitor required for a Budget franchise?
Budget Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
l typically need 2 to 4 Thin Client terminals. The Costs per Unit or Terminal include the following:
| Hardware | Cost |
|---|---|
| HP TC640/TC655 or later Thin Client | $465.00 |
| NEC AccuSync monitor | $160.00 |
| Display Port To DVI-D Adapter | $12.00 |
| 2Meter DVI D M/M Video Cable | $15.00 |
| Cherry 3 in 1 Keyboard | $150.00 |
| Belkin USB - Parallel Printer Adapter | $24.00 |
| Belkin USB A - A Cable, Extension | $8.00 |
| Epson DOT Matrix 890II Series Printer | $530.00 |
| Shipping & handling | $125.00 |
| Thin Client Imaging | $125.00 |
| ELO Touch 1215 APR w/ Stylus & tether - without bracket (Signature | $851.00 |
| Capture) | |
| Fish ELO Custom Stands | $280.00 |
| ELO Replacement Cost of $70.86 per Event. Overnight shipping costs | |
| are additional. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES(1) (FDD pages 17–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Budget's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the cost for the required NEC AccuSync monitor is $160.00. This is a one-time hardware cost that a new franchisee can expect to pay to get their Budget location set up.
In addition to the monitor, there are other hardware costs to consider, such as the HP Thin Client ($465.00), keyboard ($150.00), and printer ($530.00). These, along with other hardware items, contribute to the initial investment necessary to start the franchise. It is important to note that these hardware costs are separate from ongoing fees like the monthly HP Break Fix Support fee of $15.00, which covers the TC, keyboard, and monitor.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review all the hardware requirements and associated costs outlined in Item 6 of the FDD to fully understand the financial obligations involved in establishing a Budget franchise. Understanding these costs upfront will help in budgeting and financial planning for the new business.