What is the current monthly fee for Music and Media Licensing at Deka Lash?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local | As determined by | At the time set by | Your contribution to a local |
| Advertising | the Cooperative. | the Cooperative. | advertising cooperative would be determined by a vote of the members. Any contributions you make towards the Cooperative will be credited against your Local Marketing Requirement. |
| Cooperative | |||
| Music and | Currently $35 paid directly to the Vendor. | Monthly. | We or our designated vendor will charge you for a pro-rata share of any music licensing or other similar type fees we may have to pay for music or media provided to your studio. This fee may vary based upon changes in the vendor's fee. |
| Media |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 15–23)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deka Lash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a monthly Music and Media Licensing Fee of $35 directly to the vendor. This fee covers a pro-rata share of music licensing or similar fees that Deka Lash may have to pay for music or media provided to the studio.
This fee is paid directly to the vendor, not to Deka Lash. The FDD also states that the Music and Media Licensing Fee may vary based upon changes in the vendor's fee.
As with any variable fee, prospective franchisees should inquire about the potential for increases and how those increases will be communicated. Understanding the factors that could influence this fee will help in budgeting and financial planning.