When did Expense Reduction Analysts begin operating in Australia through E R Associates Australia Pty Ltd?
Expense_Reduction_Analysts Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Effective January 1, 2019, we have started to operate in Australia through a wholly owned subsidiary of ERA-AUS called E R Associates Australia Pty Ltd.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 6–10)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Expense Reduction Analysts Franchise Disclosure Document, Expense Reduction Analysts started operating in Australia through its wholly-owned subsidiary, E R Associates Australia Pty Ltd, on January 1, 2019. Prior to this, Expense Reduction Analysts offered franchises in Australia through its affiliate, E R Associates Australia Ltd (ERA-AUS), starting in September 2010.
This indicates a shift in the operational structure of Expense Reduction Analysts in Australia, moving from an affiliate-based franchising model to direct operation through a wholly-owned subsidiary. This change could imply a greater level of control and involvement by Expense Reduction Analysts in the Australian market after January 1, 2019.
For a prospective franchisee, this information is relevant for understanding the history and evolution of Expense Reduction Analysts' presence in Australia. It may also be useful to inquire about the reasons for this structural change and how it has impacted the franchise operations and support provided to franchisees in Australia.