What is the estimated cost for pre-opening training travel and salary for a Christian Brothers Automotive franchise?
Christian_Brothers_Automotive Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type Of Expenditure | Amount (Note 13, 16 and 17) | Method Of Payment (Note 14 And 15) | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-OPENING TRAINING TRAVEL/ SALARY | $7,500 to $10,000 (travel for training) (Note 11) | General travel expenses such as flight, rental car, hotel and food costs for approximately 45-60 days. | Starting approximately 90 days prior to store opening and will be needed for a period of approximately 45- 60 days. | Airline, car rental agency, hotel, restaurants and your salary if needed |
Source: Item 7 — INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 26–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Christian Brothers Automotive FDD, the estimated cost for pre-opening training travel ranges from $7,500 to $10,000. This covers general travel expenses like flights, rental cars, hotels, and food costs during a training period of approximately 45 to 60 days. These expenses are anticipated to begin around 90 days before the store opens.
Additionally, if a franchisee chooses to draw a salary from the business during this pre-opening phase, Christian Brothers Automotive will approve up to $13,846.15 as an approved expense item, which is equivalent to twelve weeks' worth of salary. This provides some financial relief during the initial setup period.
In summary, a prospective Christian Brothers Automotive franchisee should budget between $7,500 and $10,000 for travel related to pre-opening training. If they decide to take a salary during this time, they can have up to $13,846.15 of their salary approved by Christian Brothers Automotive as an expense.