Does Epcon Communities participate in any purchasing or distribution cooperatives?

According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Epcon Communities does not participate in any purchasing or distribution cooperatives. However, Epcon Communities may negotiate purchase arrangements and special pricing with suppliers for the benefit of its entire Development System, leveraging the combined purchasing power of all franchisees and affiliates.

These arrangements can include various products and services, such as advertising services, appliances, cabinets, floor coverings, faucets, home improvement products, HVAC systems, lumber, paint, porches, project site analysis services, frames, and windows. While franchisees are not required to participate in these group purchases, they are available as an option. Epcon Communities states that it does not receive payments or lower prices than franchisees for these purchases.

This system allows Epcon Communities franchisees to potentially benefit from cost savings through group purchasing power, but it does not mandate participation. This provides franchisees with the flexibility to source products and services independently if they find better deals or prefer specific suppliers. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the frequency and types of group purchasing opportunities available and compare these options with their own sourcing capabilities to determine the potential benefits.