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

According to the 2025 Gold Star Franchise Disclosure Document, Gold Star does not receive payments for the placement of franchisee financing. The FDD states that neither Gold Star nor any of its agents or affiliates offer direct or indirect financing, nor do they guarantee a franchisee's obligations to third parties.

This means that Gold Star franchisees must secure their own financing through third-party lenders without any direct financial assistance or guarantees from the franchisor. This is a fairly common arrangement in the franchise industry, as many franchisors prefer not to be directly involved in franchisee financing.

Prospective franchisees should be prepared to independently explore financing options such as bank loans, SBA loans, or other funding sources. They should also carefully review the terms and conditions of any financing agreements they enter into, as Gold Star will not be responsible for these obligations.