What was the total insurance expense for Exit in 2023?
Exit Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
e - related parties | 351,676 | 816,338 | - | | Current portion of deferred revenue | 3,140,717 | 3,636,617 | 3,523,417 | | Total current liabilities | 12,543,040 | 14,310,735 | 12,022,909 | | Long-term liabilities | | | | | Notes payable, net of current | 1,559,052 | 1,889,505 | 2,250,108 | | Deferred income tax liability - Canadian taxes | 414,995 | 312,000 | 215,000 | | Deferred revenue | 3,381,807 | 3,929,136 | 4,854,640 | | Other non-current liabilities | 1,005,000 | - | - | | Total long-term liabilities | 6,360,854 | 6,130,641 | 7,319,748 | | Stockholders' equity | | | | | Common stock, $.07 par value, 100 shares authorized, issued, and outstanding at December 31, 2024 Retained earnings Accumulated other comprehensive loss Equity attributable to controlling interest | 7 8,147,295 (1,979,828) 6,167,474 | 7 8,075,962 (1,817,038) 6,258,931 | 7 9,403,248 (1,824,376) 7,578,879 | | Non-controlling interests | (2,329) | (1,713) | (1,250) | | Total stockholders' equity | 6,165,145 | 6,257,218 | 7,577,629 | | Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ 25,069,039 | $ 26,698,594 | $ 26,920,286 |
EXIT REALTY CORP. INTERNATIONAL CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024, 2023 AND 2022
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $ 15,421,227 | $ 15,991,792 | $ 17,858,393 |
| Operating expenses | |||
| Advertising and promotion | 2,335,585 | 2,858,751 | 2,880,073 |
| Amortization and depreciation | 65,563 | 92,338 | 125,888 |
| Ancillary expenses | 155,129 | 159,378 | 209,692 |
| Credit loss (recovery) expense | 351,755 | 1,304,738 | 382,936 |
| Bank charges | 261,316 | 246,186 | 234,654 |
| Commissions | 68,380 | 198,365 | 111,540 |
| Contract services | 951,910 | 883,805 | 972,546 |
| Fees and dues | 27,450 | 30,231 | 33,494 |
| Information technology | 504,587 | 519,057 | 470,750 |
| Insurance | 158,867 | 146,300 | 97,700 |
| Office and general | 83,168 | 64,051 | 83,463 |
| Postage and delivery | 50,372 | 77,943 | 102,833 |
| Professional fees | 921,810 | 512,417 | 334,687 |
| Rent | 302,011 | 305,396 | 293,000 |
| Repairs and maintenance | - | 2,787 | 8,364 |
| Salaries and benefits | 7,692,843 | 7,205,125 | 7,900,241 |
| Telephone | 18,920 | 25,306 | 26,585 |
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Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–235)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Exit's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total insurance expense for the company in 2023 was $146,300. This figure reflects the cost of insurance coverage necessary for Exit to operate its business. Insurance is a standard operating expense for most businesses, covering various risks such as property damage, liability, and other potential losses. Franchisees should factor in similar insurance costs when projecting their own operating expenses.
For prospective Exit franchisees, understanding the franchisor's insurance expenses can provide a benchmark for their own potential costs. However, a franchisee's actual insurance expenses may vary depending on factors such as location, the size of their operation, and specific coverage requirements. It is important for franchisees to obtain their own insurance quotes and assess their individual needs.
Reviewing the insurance requirements outlined in the franchise agreement is also crucial. Franchisees must ensure they maintain the necessary coverage to protect their business and meet the franchisor's standards. This may include specific types of insurance, such as automobile liability insurance and errors and omissions coverage, as detailed elsewhere in the FDD.
Overall, the $146,300 insurance expense for Exit in 2023 provides a general indication of the costs associated with insuring the business, but franchisees should conduct their own due diligence to determine their specific insurance needs and expenses.