How often is the Chesters Marketing Support Fee due?
Chesters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of fee* | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing Support Fee | $200 per quarter We have the right to increase this fee upon 90 days’ prior written notice to you, although the quarterly fee will not exceed $325 | 4 times per year on the dates we designate Payment is due by credit card or automatic debit | This is for physical or digital samples of marketing materials we will prepare and periodically send you. We do not require your participation in advertising funds or cooperatives. |
| Marketing Support Fee for Special Offerings or Promotions | Not to exceed $200 per special offering or promotion | When billed Payment is due by credit card or automatic debit | Due if we implement special offerings or promotions for CHESTER’S Restaurants during the franchise term. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 14–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Marketing Support Fee is due four times per year, which equates to quarterly payments on dates designated by Chesters. The standard Marketing Support Fee is $200 per quarter, but Chesters retains the right to increase this fee with 90 days' prior written notice. However, the quarterly fee will not exceed $325. Payment is required via credit card or automatic debit.
In addition to the standard Marketing Support Fee, Chesters may implement special offerings or promotions. If they do, a separate Marketing Support Fee for Special Offerings or Promotions is due when billed, also payable by credit card or automatic debit. This additional fee will not exceed $200 per special offering or promotion.
It is important to note that these marketing support fees are for physical or digital samples of marketing materials that Chesters will prepare and periodically send to franchisees. Chesters does not require franchisee participation in advertising funds or cooperatives, which can be a significant cost consideration for prospective franchisees compared to other franchise systems.