Does Focus Cfo intend to apply the Franchise Fee uniformly?
Focus_Cfo Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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ITEM 5
INITIAL FEES
You will be required to pay us a lump sum initial franchise fee in the amount of Thirty-Five Thousand Dollars ($35,000) (the "Franchise Fee"). The Franchise Fee consists of (i) a payment of $17,000 to obtain this Franchise; and (ii) a one-time training fee of $18,000. This Franchise Fee will not be financed by us. You will not be permitted to engage with Focus CFO, use the Focus CFO Marks or perform services for Focus CFO clients until the full Franchise Fee is received by Focus CFO. There have been limited circumstances in the past in which Focus CFO agreed to decrease the Franchise Fee for new Franchisees who enter the System during a period in which Focus CFO focused on significant expansion of its geographic footprint. Although Focus CFO intends to apply the Franchise Fee uniformly, there may be situations where
Source: Item 5 — Initial Fees (FDD pages 9–10)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, Focus Cfo intends to apply the franchise fee uniformly, but may offer discounts in certain situations. The standard initial franchise fee is $35,000, which includes a $17,000 payment to obtain the franchise and an $18,000 one-time training fee.
The FDD notes that in the past, Focus Cfo has decreased the franchise fee for new franchisees during periods of significant geographic expansion. While the company intends to maintain a uniform fee structure, it acknowledges the possibility of offering similar discounts in the future.
Prospective franchisees should inquire about any potential discounts or special offers that may be available. Understanding the conditions under which Focus Cfo might deviate from its standard fee can help in evaluating the overall investment and negotiating terms.