Source: FranopolisFrontdoor Collective
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a Delaware limited liability company established on June 29, 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor’s parent company is The FRONTdoor Collective, Inc. (the franchisor’s “Parent Company”), a Delaware corporation established on April 19, 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 2 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company established on June 29, 2021.
Source NotesOur parent company is The FRONTdoor Collective, Inc. (our “Parent Company”), a Delaware corporation established on April 19, 2021.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Deposits | $0 to $400 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Utility Deposits $0 to $400 |
| Licenses and Permits | $50 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Licenses and Permits (Note 11) $50 to $500 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $1,000 to $3,100 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Travel for Initial Training (Note 9) $1,000 to $3,100 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $50,000 to $50,000 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months | $49,630 to $142,795 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Funds – Three Months (Note 13) $49,630 to $142,795 |
| Computer, Software and Business Management System | $75 to $2,125 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Computer, Software and Business Management System (Note 7) $75 to $2,125 |
| Professional Fees | $4,000 to $7,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Professional Fees (Note 10) $4,000 to $7,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) $0 to $500 |
| Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies | $550 to $1,775 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies (Note 12) $550 to $1,775 |
| Signage | $70 to $175 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Signage (Note 6) $70 to $175 |
| Equipment | $7,500 to $187,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Equipment (Note 5) $7,500 to $187,500 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $0 to $650 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Furniture and Fixtures Note 4) $0 to $650 |
| Insurance Deposits – Three Months | $12,500 to $67,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Insurance Deposits – Three Months (Note 8) $12,500 to $67,500 |
| Lease Deposits – Three Months | $0 to $1,750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Lease Deposits – Three Months (Note 3) $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
- Initial Franchise Fee
View Disclosed Terms
When you sign a Franchise Agreement you will pay to us a non - refundable initial franchise fee in the amount of $50,000 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
- Royalty (Notes 2 and 3) 8% of Gross Sales
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Non-Compliance | Operations Non - Compliance $ 100 to $1,000 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Management Service | Management Service 20% of Gross Sales, plus expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Expedited Payment Term Option | (a) 2.5% of the Gross Sales received by us from your The FRONTdoor Collective Business if you request to receive disbursement of the Gross Sales within seven days of completion of the Approved Services and Products; or (b) 2.0% of the Gross Sales received by us from your The FRONTdoor Collective Business if you request to receive disbursement of the Gross Sales within 14 days of completion of the Approved Services and Products | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | Reporting Non - Compliance $150 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Routing Software | Routing Software Up to $25 per month per service vehicle, but not currently assessed | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Supplemental Training | Our then current daily rate per trainer, plus expenses we incur. Current rate is $500 per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Payment Non-Compliance | Payment Non - Compliance $150 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Renewal | Renewal 25% of the then current initial franchise fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Dropped Routes | Dropped Routes $300 per route, per day dropped | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Our then current training fee, currently $500 per person per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Annual Conference Attendance | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Royalty | Royalty (Notes 2 and 3) 8% of Gross Sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Service Vehicle Telematics Software | Service Vehicle Telematics Software (Note 5 ) Currently $55 per month per service vehicle | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Operations Manual Replacement | Operations Manual Replacement Fee $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Fleet Solution | Fleet Solution (Note 6) Up to $300 per service per month, currently $100 per service per month plus actual monthly costs as determined by our designated exclusive third party supplier that will vary based on the market you operate your the FRONTdoor Collective Business | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Established by cooperative members, but not exceeding 2% of Gross Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Interest | Interest 18% per annum from due date | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer $50 per violation | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | When you sign a Franchise Agreement you will pay to us a non - refundable initial franchise fee in the amount of $50,000 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesYou must be personally responsible for daily management and supervision. If a company owns the franchise, its managing shareholder or partner has that responsibility.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Franchise Agreement requires that you or, if you are a Corporate Entity , your managing shareholder or partner be personally responsible for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business
Territory
SourcesYour Operating Territory will not be exclusive or protected in any way.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 12 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor may identify your Operating Territory by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, designated market area, and/or other recognizable demarcations.
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Your Operating Territory will not be exclusive or protected in any way.
Source NotesWe may identify your Operating Territory by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, designated market area, and/or other recognizable demarcations.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 21 | 1 | 22 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 22 | — | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 16 | — | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · 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.
Review The Source Figures
2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 17 21 +4
Company Owned 2023 1 1 0
Total Outlets 2023 18 22 +4
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 21 22 +1
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesFranchised 2025 22 16 - 6
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 is a Delaware limited liability company established on June 29, 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s parent company is The FRONTdoor Collective, Inc. (the franchisor’s “Parent Company”), a Delaware corporation established on April 19, 2021.
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We are a Delaware limited liability company established on June 29, 2021.
Source NotesOur parent company is The FRONTdoor Collective, Inc. (our “Parent Company”), a Delaware corporation established on April 19, 2021.
03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must purchase the System Supplies from the franchisor, the franchisor’s affiliates, or the franchisor’s designated suppliers.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must purchase the System Supplies from us, our affiliates, or our designated suppliers.
12Territory
Your Operating Territory will not be exclusive or protected in any way.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 12 · View Source
The franchisor may identify your Operating Territory by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, designated market area, and/or other recognizable demarcations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 12 · View Source
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Your Operating Territory will not be exclusive or protected in any way.
Source NotesWe may identify your Operating Territory by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, designated market area, and/or other recognizable demarcations.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor has not applied to the USPTO for the issuance of any patents.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 14 · View Source
The franchisor does not own any rights to, or licenses in any patent or copyrights material to the franchise System.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 14 · View Source
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We have not applied to the USPTO for the issuance of any patents.
Source NotesWe do not own any rights to, or licenses in any patent or copyrights material to the franchise System .
15Owner Participation
You must be personally responsible for daily management and supervision. If a company owns the franchise, its managing shareholder or partner has that responsibility.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Franchise Agreement requires that you or, if you are a Corporate Entity , your managing shareholder or partner be personally responsible for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business
16Products And Services You Can Sell
The franchisor can change the products and services that you must offer. There is no limitation on the franchisor’s right to change the products and services offered and sold by The FRONTdoor Collective Businesses.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesWe can change the products and services that you must offer. There is no limitation on our right to change the products and services offered and sold by The FRONTdoor Collective Businesses.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it currently does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not currently use any public figure to promote our franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 16 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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Source NotesFranchised 2025 22 16 - 6
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 21 · View Source
Exhibit D contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2025, 2024, 2023. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
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our fiscal year ends on December 31.
Source NotesAttached as Exhibit D are our audited financial statements as of December 31, 2025, December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023 .
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