Source: FranopolisDo The Beach
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What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory/start-up low | $20,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Inventory and start-up to begin operating (5) $20,000 to $40,000 As arranged As incurred Approved Suppliers |
| Additional funds, 3 months | $100,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds (12) - 3 months $100,000 As arranged As incurred Payroll, utilities, day to day and business operations costs, until the Franchised Business reaches break even. |
| Computer/audio/video/security systems low | $61,000 to $192,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Computer Equipment and Audio, Video and Security Systems (7) $61,000 to $192,000 As arranged As incurred Approved Suppliers |
| Training expenses low | $5,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Training Expenses (2) $5,000 to $10,000 As arranged As incurred Hotels/ airlines/ restaurants/ rental car |
| Initial franchise fee | $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial Franchise Fee (1) $40,000 Lump Sum Upon signing Franchise Agreement Us |
| Security deposits, licenses, prepaid expenses low | $40,000 to $102,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Security Deposits, utility deposits, business licenses and pre-paid expenses (6) $40,000 to $102,000 As arranged As incurred Government agencies, landlord |
| Equipment, fixtures, fixed assets, construction, remodeling, leasehold improvements and decorating costs low | $558,900 to $1,986,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Equipment, fixtures, other fixed assets, construction, remodeling, leasehold improvements, and decorating costs, whether purchased or leased (4) $558,900 to $1,986,700 As arranged As incurred Our affiliates, contractors, other approved vendors |
| Professional/financing fees low | $90,000 to $180,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Professional Fees and Financing Fees (11) $90,000 to $180,000 As arranged As incurred Attorneys, CPAs, lenders, and consultants |
| Insurance low | $20,000 to $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Insurance (10) $20,000 to $60,000 As arranged As arranged Insurance company |
| Pre-opening/grand-opening marketing low | $30,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Pre-Opening and Grand Opening Marketing Advertising (9) $30,000 to $50,000 As arranged As incurred Approved Suppliers |
| Total initial investment low | $1,004,900 to $2,820,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Total $1,004,900 to $2,820,700 |
| Signage low | $40,000 to $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Signage (8) $40,000 to $60,000 As arranged As incurred Approved Suppliers |
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
- Initial Franchise Fee
View Disclosed Terms
All franchisees pay a $40,000 initial franchise fee to us when they sign the franchise agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
- Royalty 7% of Gross Revenue Monthly See Note 2.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brand Development Fund currently charged | Brand Development Fund Up to 2% of Gross Revenue. Currently 0% of Gross Revenue. Monthly We currently don’t collect a Brand Development Fund Fee but have the right to do so. It can be up to 2% of Gross Revenue. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Technology Fund maximum | Technology Fund Up to $200/month, currently $100/month Monthly This fee supports system- wide technology development and maintenance efforts, such as the website, intranet and network connectivity, the gift card platform, loyalty program platform, and other technology used by the entire Do the Beach franchise system. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial franchise fee | All franchisees pay a $40,000 initial franchise fee to us when they sign the franchise agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Private offering transfer fee minimum | If the transfer involves a private offering, our transfer fee is the higher of $10,000 and the costs we incur in connection with the evaluation, including legal and accounting fees we incur. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Transfer fee with control change minimum | If control of the Franchisee changes, the transfer fee is the higher of $5,000 and the costs we incur in connection with the evaluation and approval of the transfer, including legal fees we incur. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Area Development Agreement example first-location fee | For example, if the Area Development Agreement is for the development of 3 Franchised Businesses in regular markets, you will pay $80,000 at the time you sign the Area Development Agreement: the full $40,000 fee for the first location, and 50% ($20,000) for each of the 2 additional locations. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Advertising cooperative maximum | Advertising Cooperative Fee Currently none, up to 2% of Gross Revenues Upon demand See Note 3. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Extended training | Extended Training Fee $5,000/month, plus reimbursement of travel cost we incur. Upon invoice If you choose to take advantage of the Extended Training package, consisting of management supervisory services. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Brand Development Fund maximum | Brand Development Fund Up to 2% of Gross Revenue. Currently 0% of Gross Revenue. Monthly We currently don’t collect a Brand Development Fund Fee but have the right to do so. It can be up to 2% of Gross Revenue. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Inflatable attractions package high | The cost of the inflatable attractions, shipping and installation included is approximately between $150,000 and $800,000, depending on the size of your Location and the specific configuration of attractions that you select for your Franchised Business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Insufficient funds fee | Insufficient Funds Fee $100 per occurrence Upon invoice Payable for returned checks or insufficient funds within your EFT account. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Area Development Agreement transfer fee minimum | Under the Area Development Agreement, the transfer fee is the higher of $5,000 and the costs we incur in connection with the evaluation and approval of the transfer, including legal fees we incur. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Inflatable attractions package low | The cost of the inflatable attractions, shipping and installation included is approximately between $150,000 and $800,000, depending on the size of your Location and the specific configuration of attractions that you select for your Franchised Business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Re-inspection cost high | We estimate that the cost of a re-inspection will be between $2,000 and $4,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Replacement inflatable attractions | Replacement of Inflatable Attractions $30/sqft Upon invoice The attractions equipment you purchase to begin the operations of your Franchised Business will have to be replaced during the term of your Franchise Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Replacement site fee | Replacement Site Fee $5,000 Upon invoice Payable if you don’t acquire the initially approved location and you submit a replacement site for our consideration. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Public offering transfer fee minimum | If the transfer involves a public offering, our transfer fee is the higher of $25,000 and the costs we incur in connection with the evaluation, including legal and accounting fees we incur. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Area Development Agreement example each additional-location fee | For example, if the Area Development Agreement is for the development of 3 Franchised Businesses in regular markets, you will pay $80,000 at the time you sign the Area Development Agreement: the full $40,000 fee for the first location, and 50% ($20,000) for each of the 2 additional locations. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Additional training | Additional Training $350 per day and trainer, plus travel and lodging. Upon invoice Payable if you request additional training, or if we determine you require additional training. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Royalty | Royalty 7% of Gross Revenue Monthly See Note 2. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Re-inspection cost low | We estimate that the cost of a re-inspection will be between $2,000 and $4,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology Fund currently charged | Technology Fund Up to $200/month, currently $100/month Monthly This fee supports system- wide technology development and maintenance efforts, such as the website, intranet and network connectivity, the gift card platform, loyalty program platform, and other technology used by the entire Do the Beach franchise system. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Area Development Agreement 3-business example upfront amount | For example, if the Area Development Agreement is for the development of 3 Franchised Businesses in regular markets, you will pay $80,000 at the time you sign the Area Development Agreement: the full $40,000 fee for the first location, and 50% ($20,000) for each of the 2 additional locations. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Construction extension fee | It is in our discretion to decide if to grant the extensions, but if we do, you will have to pay us $5,000 for each extension we grant. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Transfer fee without control change | If control of the Franchisee doesn’t change in the transfer, the transfer fee is $1,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
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