For a Bumper Man franchise, what is the franchisee responsible for regarding training costs?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| To Whom | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type of | Method of | |
| Amount | When Due | Payment is to |
| Expenditure | Payment | be Made |
| $2,000 - $4,000 | As incurred As arranged | Transportation, Service, and Lodging Providers |
| Training-related | ||
| Expenses (4) |
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- Currently, we provide initial training and refresher training at no charge to you, provided you are solely responsible for all costs you incur in attending training, including travel, accommodations, meals, and other expense. If additional training is provided in your Designated Area, then we may charge for our representatives actual expenses incurred for travel, accommodations, and meals.
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 12–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumper Man's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, while the franchisor currently provides initial and refresher training at no charge, the franchisee is responsible for all costs incurred while attending training. These costs include travel, accommodations, meals, and other expenses. Additionally, if Bumper Man provides additional training in the franchisee's designated area, they may charge the franchisee for their representatives' actual expenses related to travel, accommodations, and meals.
Specifically, Item 6 outlines that franchisees can expect to incur between $2,000 and $4,000 for training-related expenses. These expenses are paid to transportation, service, and lodging providers as they are incurred. This means a prospective Bumper Man franchisee needs to budget for these out-of-pocket costs in addition to the initial franchise fee and other startup expenses.
It is fairly common in the franchise industry for the franchisor to cover the direct costs of the training program itself (instructor fees, materials), while the franchisee is responsible for their own travel and living expenses. The range of $2,000 to $4,000 seems reasonable for a typical training program, but franchisees should confirm with existing franchisees to get a better estimate based on location and personal spending habits.