Source: FranopolisFitness Machine Technicians
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in May 2023.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor’s direct parent is Main Line Brands Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company originally formed as Authority Franchising Holdings, LLC on September 10, 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 2 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s predecessor is Proexco, LLC, a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on October 14, 2011.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
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We began offering franchises for Fitness Machine Technicians FMT in May 2023.
Our direct parent is Main Line Brands Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company originally formed as Authority Franchising Holdings, LLC on September 10, 2020.
Source NotesOur predecessor is Proexco, LLC, a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on October 14, 2011 (“Proexco”).
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Computer System/Software | $1,200 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Computer System/ Software (9) $1,200 $2,500 |
| Service Technician | $3,900 to $6,240 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Service Technician (14) $3,900 $6,240 |
| Rent (3 months) | $0 to $3,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Rent (3 months) (2) $0 $3,600 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 to $45,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee (1) *$25,000 *$45,000 |
| Permits/Licenses | $100 to $200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Permits/Licenses (10) $100 $200 |
| Professional Fees | $1,500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Professional Fees (12) $1,500 $5,000 |
| Insurance (3 months) | $2,500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Insurance (3 months) (7) $2,500 $5,000 |
| Pre-Opening and First Year Marketing Package | $12,000 to $14,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Pre-Opening and First Year Marketing Package (13) $12,000 $14,000 |
| Training Expenses | $1,100 to $3,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Training Expenses (8) $1,100 $3,600 |
| Service Vehicle (3 Months) | $1,350 to $1,950 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Service Vehicle (3 Months) (11) $1,350 $1,950 |
| Total | $65,950 to $127,990 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Total $65,950 $127,990 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Leasehold Improvements (2) $0 $5,000 |
| Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures | $500 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures (3) $500 $2,000 |
| Signage | $1,800 to $3,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Signage (4) $1,800 $3,500 |
| Initial Inventory and Operating Supplies | $0 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Inventory and Operating Supplies (5) $0 $3,000 |
| Additional Funds (15) | $15,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Additional Funds (15) $15,000 $25,000 |
| Security Deposits | $0 to $2,400 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Security Deposits (6) $0 $2,400 |
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
View Disclosed Terms
Royalties are a percentage of Gross Sales: 6% of the first $499,999 of Gross Sales each calendar year; 5% of Gross Sales in excess of $500,000 each calendar year; ... The minimum monthly royalty for each territory is $500.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Monthly Royalty | The minimum monthly royalty for each territory is $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Minimum Individual Local Advertising Expense | $7,800 or 5% of your Gross Sales, whichever is greater. Must be spent annually | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Manufacturer’s Certification | $100 to $600, as charged for Original Equipment Manufacturer training by the manufacturer to obtain Manufacturer Certification | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| National Marketing Fee | Currently 1% of Gross Revenues, but we may increase to 3% of Gross Revenues on written notice to you. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Interest | Interest 18% per annum or the highest legal rate we can charge, whichever is less | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Transfer Fee – No Existing Relationship | $7,500 if the transferee does not have any existing relationship with us | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Transfer Fee – Existing Relationship | $3,500 if the transferee has an existing relationship with us | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Training, including Seminars, Conventions or Programs | $500 to $5,000, plus materials estimated at $50. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial Franchise Fee – Hometown Franchise | The Initial Franchise Fee for a Hometown Franchise is $25,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Royalty Fee | Royalties are a percentage of Gross Sales: 6% of the first $499,999 of Gross Sales each calendar year; 5% of Gross Sales in excess of $500,000 each calendar year; ... The minimum monthly royalty for each territory is $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Successor Agreement Fee | Successor Agreement Fee $3,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Mystery Shopper Service | Mystery Shopper Service Up to $500 As incurred | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Annual Conference Non-Attendance Fee | Greater of $699 or the then-current standard registration fee for that year’s Annual Conference | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial Franchise Fee – Full-Size Franchise | The Initial Franchise Fee for a Full-Size Franchise is $45,000, which is based on a proposed territory of approximately 800,000 persons. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Computer System Maintenance | Currently $0, but can be up to $1,000 per year. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Management Fee | Management Fee 25% of Gross Sales, plus expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Refresher Training | $200 to $700 Before attending training | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Pre-Opening and First Year Marketing Package Fee | If you are opening your first Pest Authority business, you are required to invest a minimum of $12,000 in our Pre-Opening and First Year Marketing Package (the “Marketing Package Fee”), payable to us or our designated vendor upon signing the Franchise Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Technology and Software Systems Fee | A monthly fee ranging from $100 to $1,500 depending on our costs for then current technology and software systems. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Product or Supplier Evaluation | Product or Supplier Evaluation $500 With request for approval | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Late Fee | Late Fee $100 As Incurred | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Your Role As An Owner
SourcesIf you do not participate in the daily operations after the first six months of operation, you must hire a manager to oversee the Franchised Business’ daily operation with the franchisor’s prior consent.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you do not participate in the daily operations after the first six months of operation, you must hire a manager to oversee the Franchised Business’ daily operation with our prior consent.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 12 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor has the exclusive right to determine the boundaries of your Territory in the franchisor’s sole discretion.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 12 · View Source
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You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
Source NotesWe have the exclusive right to determine the boundaries of your Territory in our sole discretion.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesYour Franchised Business must be opened for business within 90 days after you sign the Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor estimates that between 30 to 60 days will elapse from the date you sign the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business for business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
You must acquire and use all the franchisor’s then current operational software platforms, which currently includes the required ServiceMinder Field Service Management software that stores the data from all customer service activity of the Franchised Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 11 · View Source
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Your Franchised Business must be opened for business within 90 days after you sign the Franchise Agreement.
We estimate that between 30 to 60 days will elapse from the date you sign the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business for business.
Source NotesYou must acquire and use all our then current operational software platforms, which currently includes the required ServiceMinder Field Service Management software that stores the data from all customer service activity of the Franchised Business.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesYou may prepay the Promissory Note at any time without any prepayment penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 10 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor may defer payment by you up to a maximum of ½ of the initial franchise fee at the franchisor’s sole discretion.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 10 · View Source
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You may prepay the Promissory Note at any time without any prepayment penalty.
Source NotesWe may defer payment by you up to a maximum of ½ of the initial franchise fee at our sole discretion.
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 current franchisor began offering franchises in May 2023.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s direct parent is Main Line Brands Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company originally formed as Authority Franchising Holdings, LLC on September 10, 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 2 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s predecessor is Proexco, LLC, a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on October 14, 2011.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We began offering franchises for Fitness Machine Technicians FMT in May 2023.
Our direct parent is Main Line Brands Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company originally formed as Authority Franchising Holdings, LLC on September 10, 2020.
Source NotesOur predecessor is Proexco, LLC, a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on October 14, 2011 (“Proexco”).
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $65,950 to $127,990. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTotal $65,950 $127,990
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
You may prepay the Promissory Note at any time without any prepayment penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 10 · View Source
The franchisor may defer payment by you up to a maximum of ½ of the initial franchise fee at the franchisor’s sole discretion.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 10 · View Source
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You may prepay the Promissory Note at any time without any prepayment penalty.
Source NotesWe may defer payment by you up to a maximum of ½ of the initial franchise fee at our sole discretion.
11Support, Training And Advertising
Your Franchised Business must be opened for business within 90 days after you sign the Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
The franchisor estimates that between 30 to 60 days will elapse from the date you sign the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business for business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
You must acquire and use all the franchisor’s then current operational software platforms, which currently includes the required ServiceMinder Field Service Management software that stores the data from all customer service activity of the Franchised Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 11 · View Source
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Your Franchised Business must be opened for business within 90 days after you sign the Franchise Agreement.
We estimate that between 30 to 60 days will elapse from the date you sign the Franchise Agreement to the opening of your Franchised Business for business.
Source NotesYou must acquire and use all our then current operational software platforms, which currently includes the required ServiceMinder Field Service Management software that stores the data from all customer service activity of the Franchised Business.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 12 · View Source
The franchisor has the exclusive right to determine the boundaries of your Territory in the franchisor’s sole discretion.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 12 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
Source NotesWe have the exclusive right to determine the boundaries of your Territory in our sole discretion.
15Owner Participation
If you do not participate in the daily operations after the first six months of operation, you must hire a manager to oversee the Franchised Business’ daily operation with the franchisor’s prior consent.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you do not participate in the daily operations after the first six months of operation, you must hire a manager to oversee the Franchised Business’ daily operation with our prior consent.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
You may sign a successor agreement for two separate additional terms of 10 years each unless the franchisor has determined, in the franchisor’s sole discretion, to withdraw from the geographical area where your Franchised Business is located.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may sign a successor agreement for two separate additional terms of 10 years each unless we have determined, in our sole discretion, to withdraw from the geographical area where your Franchised Business is located.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it 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 use any public figures to promote our franchise.
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