When is the Background Check Fee due for a Face Foundrie franchise?
Face_Foundrie Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Paid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | |||||
| Background Check Fee(1) | $200 | $600 | Lump Sum | Upon applying to be a franchisee, after the 14- day waiting period | Us or our background check provider |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 23–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Face Foundrie's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the background check fee is due upon applying to become a franchisee, but only after the 14-day waiting period following receipt of the disclosure document. This fee is paid as a lump sum. The amount ranges from $200 to $600, and is payable either to Face Foundrie or their designated background check provider.
The background check is a mandatory part of the application process. Face Foundrie will not countersign a Franchise Agreement until they have received the results of the background check. The fee itself is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the background check or whether Face Foundrie approves the applicant.
The low end of the estimated range ($200) assumes a single owner, while the high end ($600) accounts for situations with two owners. The FDD also notes that the expenses may be higher if the franchise has more than two owners, suggesting that the background check fee increases with each additional owner. Prospective franchisees should clarify the exact fee structure with Face Foundrie if their ownership structure involves more than two individuals.