To whom are training payments made for a City Publications franchise?
City_Publications Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Training10 | 250 - 500 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Third Parties |
10Training. You are not charged an additional fee for initial training. You are responsible for meals, transportation to and from our headquarters in Atlanta, and all accommodations for the initial training if we decide that in-person training is appropriate, otherwise all training modules, appointment setting, on-going coaching/ mentoring and all communications are conducted virtually.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 13–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Publications' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the training fee, which ranges from $250 to $500, is paid to third parties. However, City Publications does not charge an additional fee for the initial training itself. The franchisee is responsible for covering the costs of meals, transportation to Atlanta (where City Publications' headquarters are located), and accommodations if in-person training is deemed necessary. Otherwise, all training modules, appointment setting, ongoing coaching/mentoring, and communications are conducted virtually.
This means that while City Publications itself may not directly charge for the training program, franchisees should budget for potential expenses related to third-party training services and travel if in-person training is required. The FDD specifies that the training modules of the Quick Start Program are provided virtually at City Publication's discretion. This implies that the in-person training and associated expenses are not always mandatory, but franchisees should be prepared for the possibility.
Prospective franchisees should clarify with City Publications under what circumstances in-person training is required and what the typical costs are for travel and accommodation. Understanding the specific third parties involved in training and the nature of their services will also help in budgeting and assessing the value of the training program. It is also important to note that the franchisee is responsible for these expenses as they are incurred.