To whom is the Background Check Fee paid 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 paid either to Face Foundrie or directly to their designated background check provider. This fee, ranging from $200 to $600, is due upon applying to become a franchisee, specifically after the 14-day waiting period following receipt of the disclosure document. The amount varies depending on the number of owners involved; the low end of $200 assumes one owner, while the high end of $600 accounts for up to two owners.
Face Foundrie requires a background check that includes a criminal/civil record search and a credit check. The Franchise Agreement will not be countersigned until the results of the background check are received and deemed satisfactory. Face Foundrie retains the right to reject a potential franchisee based on the findings of the background and credit checks.
Prospective franchisees should note that this fee is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the background check or whether the franchise agreement is ultimately signed. Given that the fee can be paid either to Face Foundrie or to a third-party provider, it would be prudent for a potential franchisee to confirm the exact payment process and provider details during the application process.