Are Degree Wellness franchisees required to pay a monthly Technology Fee?

According to Degree Wellness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to pay a monthly Technology Fee. The FDD specifies that this Technology Fee is defined and discussed in Section 11.4 and covers certain Website and technology-related services and expenses. It also includes any fees relating to required human resources and payroll services, which are discussed in Section 10.7.

This means that as a Degree Wellness franchisee, you must budget for this ongoing monthly expense. The Technology Fee is not optional, and it is tied to the technology and HR/payroll services that Degree Wellness mandates for its franchises. The exact amount of the Technology Fee is likely detailed in Section 11.4 of the FDD, which is referenced but not included in the provided excerpts.

Prospective franchisees should carefully review Section 11.4 of the Degree Wellness FDD to understand the specific services covered by the Technology Fee and to determine the exact amount of the fee. Understanding what you get for the fee, and how it compares to market rates for similar services, is an important part of evaluating the overall value and cost of the Degree Wellness franchise.