What is the minimum amount a Mr. Sandless franchisee must spend each month on 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 advertising is intended to help the franchisee build brand awareness and attract customers in their specific area.

In addition to the monthly local advertising requirement, Mr. Sandless franchisees must also contribute to the Advertising Fund. This contribution is equal to 1% of their gross sales and is paid monthly. The funds collected are used for national, regional, and local advertising efforts, as well as publicity and promotion related to the Mr. Sandless business. The franchisor has full discretion over how the Advertising Fund is spent, which may include various advertising mediums such as television, radio, social media, and website development.

It is important to note that the $1,500 minimum for local advertising is separate from the 1% of gross sales contribution to the Advertising Fund. Franchisees must also provide quarterly reports and documentation of their local advertising expenditures to Mr. Sandless upon request. Furthermore, all sales promotional and advertising materials must be submitted to Mr. Sandless for review and approval at least 21 days before use, and the franchisor reserves the right to include specific language in the franchisee's local advertising materials.