How much is the Wizard Connection Start Fee per workstation for a Budget licensee?
Budget Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
l License Purchase Fees are not uniform and not refundable under any circumstances.
You must also pay a one-time Wizard Connection Start Fee of $320.00 per workst
Source: Item 5 — INITIAL FEES (FDD page 16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Budget's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a Budget licensee must pay a one-time Wizard Connection Start Fee of $320.00 per workstation. This fee applies to each workstation connected to the Wizard System, including Thin Client Terminals.
This fee covers the WebWiz client software and telephone support to set up the connection to the Data Center. The Wizard system is Budget's computerized rental system that generates and stores reservation, rental, and customer data.
In addition to the one-time Wizard Connection Start Fee, Budget licensees also incur ongoing monthly fees for accessing the Wizard system. The monthly fee per workstation connected to the Wizard System via the Internet is $18. This monthly fee covers the file server and backup server, software required to operate servers, software maintenance, and support by Data Center personnel for server equipment. Each workstation will have a maximum of four sessions (two display sessions and two printer sessions).
Prospective Budget franchisees should carefully consider these technology-related fees when evaluating the overall cost of investment and ongoing operational expenses. Understanding the hardware and software requirements, along with the associated fees, is crucial for budgeting and financial planning.