Under what condition is the Chesters POS Technology Fee due?
Chesters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| 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. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 14–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the POS Technology Fee is due if a franchisee buys the Point of Sale (POS) system hardware that Chesters currently recommends. While Chesters recommends a specific POS system, they also retain the right to require franchisees to purchase a particular POS system during the franchise term.
The POS Technology Fee ranges from $250 to $325 per month, and Chesters has the right to increase this fee with 90 days' prior written notice. However, the monthly fee will not exceed $350. This fee is due monthly on the dates Chesters designates, beginning with the month in which the franchisee buys the POS system. Payment is due via credit card or automatic debit.
It is important for prospective franchisees to note that while purchasing the currently recommended POS system triggers this fee, Chesters reserves the right to mandate a specific POS system purchase in the future. This could impact a franchisee's technology costs and operational requirements. Franchisees should clarify with Chesters what the typical lifespan of a POS system is and how frequently upgrades or replacements are required to budget accordingly.