What expenses can Fly To Fit Franchise charge to the franchisee for an inspection due to a default?

According to Fly To Fit's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, if Fly To Fit conducts an inspection due to a governmental report, customer complaint or other customer feedback, or a default or non-compliance with any System Standard by the franchisee (including following up a previous failed inspection), Fly To Fit may charge the franchisee for all out-of-pocket expenses plus its then-current inspection fee.

This means that if a Fly To Fit franchisee is not meeting the brand's standards or if there are issues raised by external sources like government reports or customer complaints, Fly To Fit has the right to investigate the situation. The franchisee will be responsible for covering the costs associated with this investigation.

For a prospective Fly To Fit franchisee, this highlights the importance of adhering to all System Standards and maintaining a high level of compliance. Failure to do so could result in unexpected inspection fees and out-of-pocket expenses, adding to the financial burden of operating the franchise. It is common in the franchise industry for franchisors to conduct inspections to ensure brand consistency and quality control, and to pass on the costs of these inspections to franchisees under certain circumstances, such as repeated failures or defaults.