What is the directive number for 'Reimbursing Material Expense' for a Bumper Man franchise?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| DIRECTIVE # | TITLE | No. Of Pages |
|---|---|---|
| 1Ra | Qualities of a Successful Bumper Man Franchisee | 1 |
| 2Rd | Safety Advice | 2 |
| 3Rc | Setting up your Business | 1 |
| 4Ra | Bumper Man VehiclesInsignia and Upkeep | 1 |
| 5Rb | Bumper Man Advertising products | 1 |
| 6Ra | Gifts | 1 |
| 7Rc | Public Relations | 1 |
| 8Rf | Setting up a Route and Opening Accounts | 2 |
| 9Rc | Invoices | 3 |
| 10Rf | Pricing Repairs | 2 |
| 11Rg | Lead Fees for Bumper Man Recruits | 1 |
| 12Ra | Reimbursing Material Expense | 1 |
| 13Rd | Delinquent Accounts and Charge Backs | 1 |
| 14Rc | Ordering Tools and Parts | 1 |
| 15Rb | Vacations and Leave of Absences | 1 |
| 16Rb | Reasons for Failure | 1 |
| 17Rc | Goals for Your Bumper Man Franchise | 1 |
| 18Rd | Direct Deposits | 2 |
| 19Rd | Tools | 6 |
| 20Rc | Material Safety Data Sheets | 1 |
| 21 | Certified Technicians | 13 |
| 22R | Commission Payments to Certified Technicians | 2 |
| 23R | Working Outside Your Territory | 2 |
| 24Re | List of Services | 1 |
| 25Ra | Protection of Procedures | 1 |
| 26Ra | Before and After Photographs | 1 |
| 27Rb | Defining Individual Customers | 1 |
| 28Re | Yearly Convention and Awards | 3 |
| 29Rf | Procedure for Selling Your Franchise | 6 |
| 30 | Customer Information and Confidentiality | 2 |
| 31Rc | iPad & FileMaker Software Instructions | 1 |
| 32Ra | Insurance Requirements | 1 |
| 33Ra | Bumper Man Franchise Advisory Council | 1 |
| 34 | Reporting Accidents and Incidents in the Field | 3 |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bumper Man FDD, Directive #12Ra provides information on 'Reimbursing Material Expense'. This directive is one of several listed under Item 23, which covers various operational guidelines and policies for franchisees.
For a prospective Bumper Man franchisee, this means that Directive #12Ra contains the specific procedures and rules for how they will be reimbursed for the expenses they incur on materials used in their Bumper Man business. This is important for managing their finances and ensuring they are properly compensated for their costs.
It would be prudent for a potential Bumper Man franchisee to carefully review Directive #12Ra to understand the reimbursement process, including what types of expenses are covered, what documentation is required, and the timeline for receiving reimbursement. Understanding these details will help them manage their cash flow and avoid any disputes with Bumper Man regarding material expenses.