Does any affiliate of Gold Star receive payments for the placement of Gold Star franchisee financing?

According to Gold Star's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, neither Gold Star nor any of its agents or affiliates offer direct or indirect financing to franchisees. Furthermore, Gold Star states that neither they nor any affiliate guarantees a franchisee's obligations to third parties or receives payments for placing franchisee financing. This means a prospective Gold Star franchisee will need to secure their own financing without assistance or guarantees from the franchisor.

This is a fairly common arrangement in the franchise industry, where franchisors often do not directly provide financing but may have relationships with third-party lenders. However, Gold Star explicitly states they do not receive payments for the placement of financing, indicating a hands-off approach.

For a prospective franchisee, this means they should be prepared to independently explore financing options, such as bank loans or SBA loans. It also highlights the importance of having a solid business plan and financial projections to present to potential lenders, as Gold Star will not be directly involved in securing financing.