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Can Buildingstars increase the Insurance Program Fee?

Buildingstars Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • Note 5: Currently we are able to purchase general liability, workers compensation and employee dishonesty coverage for you. If you decide to participate in this insurance program, you will pay us by the 15th day of the month following the month in which the sales were made, an Insurance Program Fee of 3.5% of Gross Sales per month throughout the term of the Franchise Agreement. We have the right to increase the Insurance Program. We will withhold these amounts from the total billings which we collect on your behalf. The cost of the insurance is subject to change. We make this program available to qualified franchisees and will continue to do so in our sole discretion, but assume no liability in connection therewith. We reserve the right to discontinue the program at any time upon prior written notice to you.

Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES\ (FDD pages 14–16)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Buildingstars's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Buildingstars does have the right to increase the Insurance Program Fee. Currently, Buildingstars offers general liability, workers compensation, and employee dishonesty coverage to franchisees. If a franchisee chooses to participate in this insurance program, they must pay an Insurance Program Fee of 3.5% of Gross Sales per month, which is due by the 15th of the following month. Buildingstars withholds this fee from the total billings collected on behalf of the franchisee.

While the 3.5% Insurance Program Fee is the current rate, Buildingstars explicitly states that they reserve the right to increase this fee. The cost of the insurance is subject to change. Buildingstars also retains the discretion to discontinue the insurance program altogether, provided they give prior written notice to the franchisee.

This ability to change the Insurance Program Fee means that a Buildingstars franchisee could see their costs for insurance rise over the term of their agreement. It is important to note that Buildingstars assumes no liability in connection with the insurance program, and participation is offered to qualified franchisees at Buildingstars's sole discretion. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the conditions under which the Insurance Program Fee might be increased and how often such increases have occurred in the past to better understand the potential financial impact.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.