When is the On-Site Training fee due for a Ledgers franchise?
Ledgers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Site Training | $500 per half day per person plus travel expenses | As incurred | We are entitled to this fee if we provide on-site training at your request at your Franchised Business. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 17–20)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ledgers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the On-Site Training fee is due as incurred. This fee is $500 per half day per person, in addition to travel expenses. This fee applies if Ledgers provides on-site training at the franchisee's request at their franchised business location.
In practical terms, this means a Ledgers franchisee will need to pay for on-site training at the time the expenses are incurred. This could include the cost of the training itself, as well as any travel expenses Ledgers incurs to provide the training. The "as incurred" payment term is fairly standard in franchising for ad-hoc services like on-site training, where the need and cost can vary significantly.
Prospective Ledgers franchisees should consider the potential costs of on-site training when budgeting. While the initial franchise fee and ongoing royalties are predictable, these additional fees can fluctuate depending on the level of support a franchisee needs or requests. It would be prudent to discuss with Ledgers what situations might warrant on-site training and to get an estimate of potential travel expenses from the franchisor to better prepare for these costs.