Can the training fee for Chocolate Bash employees change after the franchise agreement is signed?

According to Chocolate Bash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor may charge its then-current training fee if a franchisee sends an employee to the Chocolate Bash training program after the store opens. As of the date of the Franchise Agreement, the training fee is $150 per person.

This means that while the initial franchisee training is included, franchisees will have to pay for subsequent employee training. The cost is $150 per person as of the agreement date, but this fee is subject to change at any time.

As a prospective franchisee, it is important to factor in the potential ongoing costs of training new employees, as the franchisor can adjust this fee. Franchisees should inquire about how frequently the training fee has changed in the past and whether there are any caps on potential increases to better estimate future expenses.