When is the brand fund fee due for a Chop5 Salad Kitchen franchise?

According to Chop5 Salad Kitchen's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, contributions to the advertising and marketing fund are based on gross sales. These contributions start at 0.5% in the first year, increasing to 1.5% in the third year and every year thereafter. These contributions are billed weekly and recognized as revenue when earned.

This means that as a Chop5 Salad Kitchen franchisee, you will be required to contribute to the advertising and marketing fund on a weekly basis. The amount you contribute will be a percentage of your gross sales, starting at a lower rate in the first year to help you get established, and then increasing to a higher, steady rate from the third year onward.

It is important to note that these contributions are specifically for the advertising and marketing fund, which Chop5 Salad Kitchen uses to promote the brand and support the franchise system. The fact that the contributions are billed weekly suggests a consistent and ongoing investment in marketing efforts to support franchisees.