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For C3 Wellness Spa, when are supplier review costs due after receiving an invoice?

C3_Wellness_Spa Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

| | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Type of Fee | | | | | (Note 1) | | | | | Royalty (Notes 2 and 3) | 6% of Gross Sales. Subject to adjustment and to alternative fixed fee royalty structure | Weekly on the Tuesday of each week for sales week ending the immediately preceding Sunday. | Will be debited automatically from your bank account by ACH or other means designated by us. If applicable laws or regulations prohibit a percentage-based royalty, then we may increase the royalty rate or, at our election, charge you a fixed fee royalty as set forth in Note 2. | | Brand Development Fund (Note 4) | Up to 3% of Gross Sales. Currently 1% of Gross Sales Maximum of $2,300 per week | Weekly on the Tuesday of each week for the preceding week | Will be debited automatically from your bank account by ACH or other means designated by us. We reserve the right to raise to 3% of Gross Revenues, subject to a maximum Brand Development Fund contribution of $2,300 per week. | | Local Marketing (Note 5) | Minimum of 2% of Gross Sales per month | As incurred | You must spend not less than 2% of your Gross Sales each calendar month on pre-approved marketing within your designated territory. | | Security System Fees (Note 6) | $50 per month | Monthly as invoiced | Paid with the first royalty payment of each month via ACH or paid directly to vendor. We have the right to increase the fee based on supplier pricing increases and introduction of new technology. | | POS System (Note 6) | Up to $3,250 per month | Monthly as invoiced | Monthly license for point of sale systems. Paid with the first royalty payment of each month via ACH or paid directly to vendor. We have the right to increase the fee based on supplier pricing increases and introduction of new technology. | | Technology (Note 7) | Up to $500 per month, currently not assessed | Monthly as invoiced | Payable to us or our designated supplier. | | Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives (Note 8) | As established by cooperative members but not exceeding the local marketing requirements | As established by cooperative members | Established by cooperative members, but not to exceed local marketing requirements. |

| Supplier Review | Varies | Within 14 days of invoice | You must pay us the costs incurred by us to review and evaluate a potential supplier, product, or service that you submit to us for approval. |

Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 16–21)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to C3 Wellness Spa's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee requests a review of a potential supplier, product, or service, they are responsible for covering the costs incurred by C3 Wellness Spa for the evaluation. These supplier review costs are due within 14 days of the invoice date.

This means that if a C3 Wellness Spa franchisee wants to use a supplier not already approved by the franchisor, they will need to submit the supplier for approval. C3 Wellness Spa will then evaluate the supplier, and the franchisee will be billed for the costs associated with this review.

It's important for prospective franchisees to factor in these potential costs when considering their operating expenses. The amount of these costs can vary, so franchisees should carefully consider the potential financial impact before requesting a supplier review. Understanding this payment timeline helps franchisees manage their cash flow and ensures they remain in good standing with C3 Wellness Spa.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 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.