How does the Buildingstars Initial Franchise Fee (Item 5) compare across the different franchise programs (Technician, On-Site Manager, Corporate)?
Buildingstars Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
t shows the Initial Franchise Fee for each program.
| Minimum | Monthly | Note | Length of | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Franchise | Total Initial Franchise Fee | Down Payment | Payments | Amount | Note |
| TECHNICIAN | $995 (cash) | $695 | $100 | $600 | 6 months |
| (Note 1) | $1,295 (financed) $6,995 (cash) | ||||
| ON-SITE MANAGER | $7,995 (financed) | $3,995 | $200 | $4,000 | 20 months |
| (Note 2) | ($2,000 in Monthly Contract Revenue ) $36,995 (cash) | ||||
| CORPORATE | $46,995 (financed) | $6,995 | $2,000 | $40,000 | 20 months |
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What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buildingstars' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial franchise fee varies depending on the franchise program selected: Technician, On-Site Manager, or Corporate. For the Technician program, the initial franchise fee is $1,295. Buildingstars offers financing for this fee, requiring a $695 down payment and a promissory note for the remaining $600, payable in six monthly installments of $100. Additionally, a start-up package of equipment and supplies is available from Buildingstars' affiliates, costing between $1,000 and $1,050, which can also be financed.
For the On-Site Manager program, the initial franchise fee consists of a Base Fee of $3,995 and an MCR Fee, which is a percentage of the Monthly Contract Revenue. The MCR Fee is 150% of the Monthly Contract Revenue if paid in cash, or 200% if financed. As an example, with a $2,000 Monthly Contract Revenue, the MCR Fee would be $3,000.
The Corporate program also has a two-part initial franchise fee: a Base Fee of $6,995 and an MCR Fee. The MCR Fee is 300% of the Monthly Contract Revenue if paid in cash, and 400% if financed. For instance, with a $10,000 Monthly Contract Revenue, the MCR Fee would be $30,000. The document also mentions that existing On-Site Manager franchisees in good standing may receive credit for their previous initial franchise fee and account sales fees when upgrading to the Corporate program.
The initial investment for a Buildingstars franchise can vary significantly based on the program chosen and whether financing is utilized. The Technician program offers the lowest initial fee, while the Corporate program requires a substantially higher initial investment due to its larger scale and potential revenue. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider their financial capabilities and business goals when selecting a franchise program.