To whom do I make the payment for the on-site assistance fee for a Southern Steer franchise?
Southern_Steer Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ther rights for non-compliance provided for under the Franchise Agreement. You and We will agree that these amounts are reasonable, constitute liquidated damages and are not a penalty.
ITEM. 7 ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of Expenditure | Amount Low – High | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
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Source: Item 7 — ITEM. 7 ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–21)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Southern Steer's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the On-Site Assistance Fee is paid to Southern Steer. This fee, which ranges from $10,000 to $10,000, covers the cost of up to three trainers providing on-site support for a maximum of 10 days, typically around the grand opening.
The FDD specifies that payment is made to "Us," which refers to the franchisor, Southern Steer. The payment is due as invoiced, and the invoice will be provided after satisfactory completion of the Initial Training Program. This means that franchisees will need to budget for this expense and ensure they have the funds available after completing their training but before the on-site assistance is provided.
Understanding the payment schedule and to whom payments are made is crucial for managing the initial investment when opening a Southern Steer franchise. Franchisees should ensure they complete the Initial Training Program successfully and be prepared to pay the On-Site Assistance Fee promptly upon receiving the invoice to secure the scheduled on-site support for their grand opening.