When are Homeowner Survey Fees due from an Epcon Communities franchisee?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homeowner Survey Fees | Currently there is a one-time fee of $200 and a per survey fee of $49. The provider of the surveys may change the amount of these fees from time to time. | Immediately upon billing from third-party provider. | Amounts are payable to survey provider. See Note 6. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 16–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Homeowner Survey Fees are due immediately upon billing from the third-party provider. The fees are payable directly to the survey provider, not to Epcon Communities itself. Currently, these fees consist of a one-time fee of $200 and a per survey fee of $49, but the document indicates that these amounts are subject to change by the survey provider.
Epcon Communities recommends that franchisees obtain a minimum of one survey immediately after closing and a follow-up survey six months after closing. While participation in the homeowner's survey program may be required by Epcon Communities, the FDD states that the current recommended homeowner survey provider is Avid Ratings, Inc.
This arrangement means that franchisees need to budget for these survey costs and ensure timely payment to the third-party provider to maintain good standing. The potential for changes in the fee amounts by the survey provider introduces a degree of uncertainty in budgeting. Franchisees should confirm the current fee schedule with the survey provider before initiating the survey process to avoid unexpected expenses.