When is the advertising fee due for Cd One Price Cleaners?
Cd_One_Price_Cleaners Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
INITIAL INVESTMENT Plant Stores With PUD Services**
| (1) Type of expenditure | (2) Amount for a smaller Plant Store | (2) Amount for a larger Plant Store | (3) Method of payment | (4) When due | (5) To whom payment is to be made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchise fee(1) | $30,000 | $30,000 | Lump sum or installments | Upon signing your Franchise Agreement | Us | |
| Travel and living expenses while training(2) | $1,500 to $8,000 | $1,500 to $8,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Suppliers of transportation, food and lodging | |
| Real estate services and costs (including 3 months’ occupancy costs and security deposit)(3) | $32,000 to $44,000 | $60,000 to $90,000 | As arranged | As specified in lease or sublease | Lessor or sublessor | |
| Advertising(4) | $50,000 to $75,000 | $50,000 to $75,000 | Lump sum | Before opening | Us | |
| Start-up inventory, supplies, pickup and delivery initial supplies and store set-up | $39,000 to $45,000 | $41,000 to $47,000 | As arranged | Before opening | Suppliers | |
| Construction, leasehold improvements and decorating costs(5) | $200,000 to $250,000 | $350,000 to $450,000 | Installments | Before opening | General contractor and suppliers | |
| Fixtures, fixed assets, equipment, Computer System, initial POS software license fee and security system and installation(6) | $675,000 to $750,000 | $800,000 to $875,000 | Lump sum | Before opening | Various supplier including the POS vendor |
| (1) Type of expenditure | (2) Amount for a smaller Plant Store | (2) Amount for a larger Plant Store | (3) Method of payment | (4) When due | (5) To whom payment is to be made |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Assembly and Conveyor System including installation and setup(7) | $175,000 to $200,000 | $525,000 to $600,000 | Lump sum | Before opening | Suppliers |
| Kiosk System equipment, install and setup(8) | $225,000 to $275,000 | $250,000 to $275,000 | Lump sum | Before opening | Supplier |
| Signage (Exterior and interior signage, pickup and delivery vehicle branding and other signage) | $10,000 to $24,000 | $15,000 to $28,000 | Lump sum | Before opening | Suppliers |
| Ongoing software | $6,500 to $12,000 | $7,500 to $12,000 | As arranged | Annually | Suppliers |
| maintenance and | |||||
| support(9) | |||||
| Transportation | $10,000 to $60,000 | $20,000 to | As arranged | As needed | Suppliers |
| Vehicle(10) | $125,000 | ||||
| DSL or cable internet | $300 to $750 | $300 to $750 | As arranged | As incurred, | Suppliers |
| connection and emai |
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 20–28)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cd One Price Cleaners' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the advertising fee for both smaller and larger Plant Stores is due before opening. The amount ranges from $50,000 to $75,000 and is paid in a lump sum to Cd One Price Cleaners. For Satellite stores, the advertising fee ranges from $10,000 to $15,000 and is also due before opening, paid as a lump sum to Cd One Price Cleaners.
This means that prospective franchisees need to budget for this significant upfront cost in addition to other initial investments such as the franchise fee, real estate costs, and construction expenses. Ensuring sufficient capital is available to cover these pre-opening expenses is crucial for a smooth launch.
It is important to note that these advertising fees are specifically for new store advertising. Franchisees should also inquire about ongoing advertising fees and requirements as part of their due diligence to understand the full scope of their financial obligations to Cd One Price Cleaners.