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Is there a fee for the initial training programs offered by Epcon Communities?

Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Note 13: Initial Training Program and Sessions:

This estimated fee refers to programs and sessions offered by us to new franchisees and their sales associates and construction personnel to help them become familiar with our Development System, the types of services typically provided by us, and the responsibilities and expectations associated with becoming a franchisee. At least one owner of the franchise business must attend the initial training program. We provide initial training in two installments, each lasting one day, and work with you to determine the timing of each installment so it is best-suited for you, based upon your prior development and construction experience, as well as the current status of your project. We may require your construction supervisor to attend the construction training session offered as part of the initial training program, which lasts one day. Currently, there is no fee for any of the initial training programs, however, you are responsible for transportation, lodging, and some meals of each of your attendees. We assume two owners will attend the initial training program and one construction person will attend construction training. We assume one sales person will attend sales training sessions. Training is currently held in Central Ohio, but we have the right to require you to attend virtual training. The estimated costs above are total for all expected attendees and include estimated costs of transportation, lodging and food.

Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 22–32)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there is currently no fee for the initial training programs. However, franchisees are responsible for covering the costs of transportation, lodging, and some meals for themselves and their staff attending the training.

The initial training program is designed to familiarize new franchisees, their sales associates, and construction personnel with Epcon Communities' Development System, the services typically provided, and the responsibilities associated with being a franchisee. At least one owner of the franchise business is required to attend the initial training program.

The training is provided in two installments, each lasting one day, with the timing determined based on the franchisee's prior experience and project status. Epcon Communities may also require the construction supervisor to attend a one-day construction training session. While training is currently held in Central Ohio, Epcon Communities retains the right to require virtual attendance. The estimated costs provided in the FDD cover transportation, lodging, and food for two owners attending the initial training, one construction person attending construction training, and one salesperson attending sales training sessions.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.