What is the initial franchise fee for a Stretch Zone franchise?
Stretch_Zone Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 | Column 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
| Utility Deposits9 | $200 to $800 | Lump Sum | Before beginning business | Utility companies |
| Office and Store Supplies10 | $1,055 to $2,000 | Lump Sum | Before beginning business | Third Party Vendors |
| Stretching Tables and Accessories11 | $29,500 to $40,400 | Lump Sum | Before beginning business | Designated Supplier |
| Insurance12 | $1,750 to $4,000 | Lump Sum | Before beginning business | Designated Insurance Agent |
| Licenses and Permits13 | $200 to $3,000 | As Incurred | Before beginning business | Governmental Authorities |
| Attorney's Fees14 | $1,000 to $5,000 | Lump Sum | Before beginning business | Attorney |
| Accountant's Fee15 | $200 to $2,500 | Lump Sum | Before beginning business | Accountant |
| Travel, Lodging, Meals, Etc. During Franchisee Training and Regional Manager Training Programs16 | $2,000 to $3,000 | As Incurred | Before beginning business | Airlines, Hotels and Restaurants |
| Initial Advertising | $500 | Lump Sum | On signing the | Us |
| Contribution to | Franchise | |||
| Media Fund17 | Agreement | |||
| Grand Opening Fee18 | $14,950 | Lump Sum | 60 days after signing the Franchise |
Source: Item 6 — ITEM -6 OTHER FEES (FDD pages 16–33)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Stretch Zone's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the standard initial franchise fee is disclosed in Item 5. However, Item 6 notes that if a franchisee qualifies under the VetFran Program, Stretch Zone will reduce the standard initial franchise fee for the franchisee's first Stretch Zone franchise to $53,550.
This reduced fee represents a significant benefit for eligible veterans looking to invest in a Stretch Zone franchise. The VetFran program aims to support veterans by offering financial incentives to help them start their own businesses.
It is important to note that this reduced fee applies only to the initial franchise fee for the first franchise location. Any subsequent franchise purchases would likely be subject to the standard initial franchise fee, as detailed in Item 5.