Are the travel and lodging costs for training paid to Engineering For Kids?
Engineering_For_Kids Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Training Expenses (10) | $900 - $1,500 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Third Parties |
Travel and Lodging for Training.
The estimate is for out-of-pocket costs for travel, food and lodging costs for up to 2 people to attend 10 days of training, and the costs are paid to the providers of those services.
The cost you incur will vary depending upon factors such as the distance traveled, mode of transportation, travel preferences (such as air travel or ground transportation), nature of accommodations, per diem expenses actually incurred, and if any persons in addition to the two required will attend training.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 15–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Engineering For Kids' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the travel and lodging costs for training are not paid to Engineering For Kids. Instead, these costs, estimated between $900 and $1,500, are paid directly to third-party providers of travel, food, and lodging services. This estimate covers the expenses for up to two people attending a 10-day training program.
The actual amount a franchisee spends on travel and lodging will vary based on factors such as the distance traveled, the mode of transportation chosen (air or ground), accommodation preferences, and daily expenses incurred. If more than two individuals attend the training, the franchisee will bear the additional costs.
This arrangement is typical in franchising, where franchisees usually cover their own training-related travel expenses. It's important for prospective Engineering For Kids franchisees to budget accordingly and consider these costs when evaluating the overall initial investment. Understanding that these expenses are paid to third parties allows franchisees to manage and control these costs directly, potentially finding cost-effective options for travel and accommodation.