How often may Caring Senior Service collect the Marketing Fee?
Caring_Senior_Service Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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You must pay to us a marketing fee ("Marketing Fee") equal to 2% of Gross Billings. In consideration for the Marketing Fee, we will provide such advertising, marketing, and promotional services as we deem appropriate. Marketing Fees are payable at the same time and in the same manner as the Royalty Fee described above.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 53–204)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Caring Senior Service's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Marketing Fee, which is 2% of Gross Billings, can be collected on a periodic basis. The frequency of collection is determined by Caring Senior Service and may be weekly, monthly, or otherwise. This fee is for advertising, marketing, and promotional services that Caring Senior Service deems appropriate.
As a Caring Senior Service franchisee, it is important to budget for this Marketing Fee and understand that the collection schedule can vary. Franchisees should clarify the exact collection schedule with Caring Senior Service to manage their cash flow effectively. The flexibility in collection frequency allows Caring Senior Service to adjust its marketing strategies and funding needs as necessary.
It is fairly common in the franchise industry for franchisors to collect marketing fees, typically used to fund advertising and promotional activities at the regional or national level. The specific percentage and collection frequency can vary widely among different franchise systems. Franchisees should evaluate the marketing support provided by Caring Senior Service in return for this fee and assess whether it aligns with their business needs and expectations.