What is the minimum amount a Mr. Sandless franchisee must spend each month for local advertising?

According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to conduct local advertising to promote their franchised business within their designated territory. The minimum expenditure for this local advertising is $1,500 each month. This is a mandatory ongoing expense for all Mr. Sandless franchisees.

Mr. Sandless requires franchisees to furnish a quarterly report, along with documentation, detailing their local advertising expenditures from the previous calendar quarter. This allows Mr. Sandless to verify that franchisees are meeting their minimum advertising obligations. Additionally, franchisees must submit samples of all sales promotional and advertising materials to Mr. Sandless for review at least 21 days before use. Failure to obtain approval within this timeframe is considered disapproval, and franchisees cannot use any advertising or promotional materials without prior written approval from Mr. Sandless.

In addition to the monthly local advertising requirement, Mr. Sandless also mandates participation in the Advertising Fund, where franchisees contribute 1% of their gross sales each month. These contributions are separate from the local advertising expenditure. The Advertising Fund is managed by Mr. Sandless and used for national, regional, and local advertising efforts, as well as other promotional activities. This combined advertising strategy ensures both local and broader market visibility for the Mr. Sandless brand.