Where can I find the current daily per-diem fee for Craters & Freighters on-site visits?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (1) At any point during the first year of your operation of the Franchised Business, upon your request, we will conduct one (1) additional on-site visit for three (3) business days at no charge to you. After that visit, we will provide you with on-site visits at your reasonable request or if we determine that such an onsite visit is necessary. In either scenario, you must pay all of our travel and living expenses and the current daily per-diem fee as set forth in the Operations Manuals. (See Section 5.8 of the Franchise Agreement).
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Craters & Freighters Franchise Disclosure Document, the current daily per-diem fee for on-site visits is detailed in the Operations Manuals. After the initial free on-site visit within the first year, Craters & Freighters franchisees are responsible for covering the travel and living expenses, as well as the daily per-diem fee, for any subsequent on-site visits requested or deemed necessary by the franchisor.
This means that as a prospective franchisee, you will need to consult the Craters & Freighters Operations Manuals to determine the exact amount of this daily fee. This fee, in addition to travel and living expenses, will be an out-of-pocket cost you must cover for any additional support visits from the franchisor after the initial complimentary visit. It is important to factor this potential expense into your budget and understand the circumstances under which such visits might be necessary.
Franchisors often charge per diem fees to cover the costs of sending support staff to franchise locations. These fees can vary widely across different franchise systems, so it's crucial to get the exact figure from the Operations Manuals. Understanding this cost will help you plan for ongoing support and potential expenses related to maintaining the standards and operational efficiency of your Craters & Freighters franchise.