Source: FranopolisBorder Magic
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor’s affiliate, Boulder Designs Franchising, LLC has been franchising the operation of BOULDER DESIGNS franchises since September 2017.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor was organized as a limited liability company in Texas on September 29, 2017.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Our affiliate, Boulder Designs Franchising, LLC (“Boulder Designs”) has been franchising the operation of BOULDER DESIGNS franchises since September 2017.
Source NotesWe were organized as a limited liability company in Texas on September 29, 2017.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Shop Assistance Fee | $6,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Shop Assistance Fee 10 $6,500 |
| Computer & Office Equipment | $0 to $1,750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Computer & Office Equipment 7 $0 to $1,750 |
| Licensing and permits | $500 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Licensing and permits $500 t o $2,500 |
| Initial Training | $9,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Initial Training 3 $ 9,500 |
| Signage | $50 to $200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Signage $50 to $200 |
| Trailer, Equipment, Marketing, and Supplies Package | $50,090 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Trailer, Equipment, Marketing, and Supplies Package 5 $ 50,090 |
| Insurance | $50 to $750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Insurance 9 $50 t o $750 |
| Vehicle lease or financing | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Vehicle lease or financing 6 $0 to $2,000 |
| Site lease | $0 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Site lease 4 $0 to $1,000 |
| Telephone/cell phone | $0 to $750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Telephone/cell phone $0 to $750 |
| BM2000 Machine | $9,660 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 BM 2000 M achine 5 $ 9,660 |
| Vehicle Insurance | $35 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Vehicle Insurance 9 $35 t o $500 |
| Travel and living expenses while training | $500 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Travel and living expenses while training 8 $500 to $1,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $3,880 to $8,880 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Additional Fund s 1 1 ( 3 months) $3,880 to $8,880 |
| Legal/Accounting | $500 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Legal/Accounting $500 t o $2,000 |
| Hand Tools/Material Handling | $450 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Hand Tools/Material Handling $450 to $1,000 |
| Border Magic Upgrade Package | $0 to $1,750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Border Magic Upgrade Package 5 $0 to $ 1,750 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Royalty
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The greater of: (i) The percentage of Collected Gross Revenue in accordance with the following schedule: 7% of Gross Revenue Or (ii) The minimum monthly Royalty Fee in accordance with the following schedule: Year 1 - $750/month Year 2 - $950/month Year 3 thru remainder of Term - $1,500/month
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
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Currently $0 per month ... We anticipate charging an amount no greater than $200 per month once implemented.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Default Fee | $1,500 per event of default, plus the cost of re - inspections and the costs of enforcing compliance | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 per incident | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Late Fees | $100 per incident | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Non-attendance fee | non-attendance fee of $795 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Marketing Fee | Currently $0 per month ... We anticipate charging an amount no greater than $200 per month once implemented. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Shop Assistance Fee | When you sign the franchise agreement, you will pay us $6,500 for one of our corporate team members to travel to your location and assist you with setting up your shop and initial production needs. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial training additional attendee | $500 per day or $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Replacement Operations Manuals | $1,500 each | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| BM2000 machine | When you sign the f ranchise a greement, you will also pay us $ 9,660 to purchase a BM2000 m achine | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial Training Fee | When you sign the franchise agreement, you will also pay us $ 9,500 for y ou and your initial manager to attend and complete one level of training (Initial Training) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Non-ACH payment Convenience Fee | 4% of amount charged | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Trailer, marketing and other initial supplies | and $ 50,090 to purchase a t railer, necessary e quipment, m arketing , and other initial supplies . | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Royalty Fee | The greater of: (i) The percentage of Collected Gross Revenue in accordance with the following schedule: 7% of Gross Revenue Or (ii) The minimum monthly Royalty Fee in accordance with the following schedule: Year 1 - $750/month Year 2 - $950/month Year 3 thru remainder of Term - $1,500/month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Additional meeting attendee | Additional attendees will be billed at $150 each. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Encroachment Fee | $1,000 per job performed paid to us and 50% of revenue generated from such sale to the franchisee whose territory in which the sale was made. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Resale Assistance Program Fee | $39,500 or 15% of the total sale price of the franchised business, whichever is greater | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Recommended Local Advertising Spend | 10% of Annual Gross Revenues | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| National/Regional Meetings | $795 per year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| National Accounts Fee | 20% of Gross Revenues | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology Fee | Currently $65 per month, but up to $175 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Liquidated Damages on Confidential Information Disclosure | $20,000 per breach | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesFranchisor Financing
SourcesThe Promissory Note can be prepaid without penalty at any time during its term.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Promissory Note can be prepaid without penalty at any time during its term.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 38 | 0 | 38 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 32 | 0 | 32 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 46 38 - 8
Company - Owned 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 46 38 - 8
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 38 32 - 6
Company - Owned 2024 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2024 38 32 - 6
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesCompany - Owned 2025 0 0 0
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor’s affiliate, Boulder Designs Franchising, LLC has been franchising the operation of BOULDER DESIGNS franchises since September 2017.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor was organized as a limited liability company in Texas on September 29, 2017.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Our affiliate, Boulder Designs Franchising, LLC (“Boulder Designs”) has been franchising the operation of BOULDER DESIGNS franchises since September 2017.
Source NotesWe were organized as a limited liability company in Texas on September 29, 2017.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Les Sander (Chief Operations Officer) and Robin Mogavero (Treasurer/ Director of Human Resources).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 2 · View Source
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Chief Operations Officer: Les Sander
Source NotesTreasurer/ Director of Human Resources: Robin Mogavero
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must purchase certain supplies and equipment necessary for the Franchised Business from the franchisor.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must purchase certain supplies and equipment necessary for the Franchised Business from us.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The Promissory Note can be prepaid without penalty at any time during its term.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Promissory Note can be prepaid without penalty at any time during its term.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor has developed certain Trade Secrets and other Confidential Information, including methods of business management, sales and promotion techniques, and know - how, knowledge of, and experience in, operating a BORDER MAGIC Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have developed certain Trade Secrets and other Confidential Information, including methods of business management, sales and promotion techniques, and know - how, knowledge of, and experience in, operating a BORDER MAGIC Business .
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may not sell or offer to sell Border Magic products in other franchisee owned territories and you may not sell or offer to sell Border Magic products in open, non - franchisee owned territories without prior written approval from the franchisor.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 16 · View Source
You may not own or operate your own websites or electronic sales portals.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 16 · View Source
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You may not sell or offer to sell Border Magic products in other franchisee owned territories and you may not sell or offer to sell Border Magic products in open, non - franchisee owned territories without prior written approval from us.
Source NotesYou may not own or operate your own websites or electronic sales portals.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
Litigation must be initiated and maintained in the judicial district in which the franchisor’s principal place of business is located at the time the lawsuit was initiated, currently Waco, Texas.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesLitigation must be initiated and maintained in the judicial district in which our principal place of business is located at the time the lawsuit was initiated , currently Waco, Texas .
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it currently does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not currently use any public figure to promote the franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesCompany - Owned 2025 0 0 0
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 51 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesOur fiscal year ends December 31.
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