Source: FranopolisMade in the Shade Blinds and More
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor was organized as a Texas limited liability company on May 1, 2012.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe were organized as a Texas limited liability company on May 1, 2012.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $2,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Funds (3 months) (1 2 ) $2,000 $5,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Insurance ( 6 ) $1,000 $4,000 |
| Computer Hardware & Software | $100 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Computer Hardware & Software ( 3 ) $100 $2,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $67,500 to $77,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial Franchise Fee (1) $ 67,500 $ 77,500 |
| TOTAL | $78,000 to $107,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 TOTAL (1 3 ) $ 78,000 $107,700 |
| Office Supplies | $100 to $200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Office Supplies ( 5 ) $ 100 $200 |
| Initial Training Expenses | $500 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial Training Expenses ( 7 ) $500 $1,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment | $0 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment ( 2 ) $0 $1,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $300 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Licenses and Permits ( 10 ) $300 $500 |
| Office Space | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Office Space (4) $0 $5,000 |
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 the Franchise Agreement, you must pay us an initial franchise fee of $ 67,500 to $77,500 for a minimum-sized territory with a population of 150,000, of which $10,000 relates to training and other pre-opening activities and $10,000 relates to pre-opening materials and other products.
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Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
- Basic marketing support is $100 per month.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Referral Fee | The greater of $5,000, the then-current transfer referral fee at time of the transfer, or the amount of any broker fees that we must pay to a third party. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | When you sign the Franchise Agreement, you must pay us an initial franchise fee of $ 67,500 to $77,500 for a minimum-sized territory with a population of 150,000, of which $10,000 relates to training and other pre-opening activities and $10,000 relates to pre-opening materials and other products. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial Training | Initial training: $ 1,000 per additional attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Transfer Fee | Transfer Fee 5% of the gross sale price, with a minimum fee of $ 10,000 and a maximum fee of $40,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Transferee Training Fee | Transferee: $ 1,000 per person to attend | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Technology Fee | Basic technology support is $ 150 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Additional Inventory of Sample Products from Designated Suppliers | $100 to $200 per month or as needed | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Annual Conference Fee | Up to $ 300 per person attending. Up to $ 300 per Territory for non-attendance | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Intrusion Fee | Up to 150% of the gross sale of the intrusion in another franchisee’s territory without their consent. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Accounting Fee | Basic accounting support is $100 per month plus $5 per employee set up on payroll. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Fee for Non-Designated Supplier Products | 5% of the price of the Manufacturer Product Purchases paid by you to non-designated suppliers that we approve | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee $ 6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Interest | The lesser of 10% per year or the maximum lawful rate. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Underreported Non-Designated Supplier Purchases Fee | Up to 50% of the amount not reported or underreported | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Marketing Fee | Basic marketing support is $100 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Local Marketing | Recommend 4 % of gross sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
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
SourcesYour Operating Principal is not required to devote his or her full time to the operation of the Business, but your Operating Principal must use his or her best efforts to actively sell the Products and promote the Business.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
During that 30-day period, you must provide for interim management of your operations in compliance with the Franchise Agreement.
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Your Operating Principal is not required to devote his or her full time to the operation of the Business, but your Operating Principal must use his or her best efforts to actively sell the Products and promote the Business.
Source NotesDuring that 30-day period, you must provide for interim management of your operations in compliance with the Franchise Agreement.
Territory
SourcesYour Territory will be delineated by specific geographic boundaries corresponding to U.S Postal Service zip codes.
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Source NotesYour Territory will be delineated by specific geographic boundaries corresponding to U.S Postal Service zip codes.
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
SourcesThe typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of your Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
You must install and maintain a functioning personal computer that has a high-speed internet connection with email.
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of your Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
Source NotesYou must install and maintain a functioning personal computer that has a high-speed internet connection with email.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor offers financing of the Initial Franchise Fee subject to credit approval.
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Source NotesWe offer financing of the Initial Franchise Fee subject to credit approval.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 107 | 0 | 107 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · 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 101 107 +6
Company - Owned 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 101 107 +6
2024 Year-End Counts
Company - Owned 2024 0 0 0
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 was organized as a Texas limited liability company on May 1, 2012.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe were organized as a Texas limited liability company on May 1, 2012.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $78,000 to $107,700. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
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Source NotesTOTAL (1 3 ) $ 78,000 $107,700
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You will be provided an initial inventory of sample Products from designated suppliers as part of your initial franchise fee; thereafter, you are required to maintain an adequate inventory of sample Products for use with prospective customers.
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If you want to propose another supplier, you must submit to the franchisor a written request for approval in writing.
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You will be provided an initial inventory of sample Products from designated suppliers as part of your initial franchise fee; thereafter, you are required to maintain an adequate inventory of sample Products for use with prospective customers.
Source NotesIf you want to propose another supplier, you must submit to us a written request for approval in writing.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor offers financing of the Initial Franchise Fee subject to credit approval.
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Source NotesWe offer financing of the Initial Franchise Fee subject to credit approval.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of your Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 11 · View Source
You must install and maintain a functioning personal computer that has a high-speed internet connection with email.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 · Item 11 · View Source
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of your Business is approximately 60 to 90 days.
Source NotesYou must install and maintain a functioning personal computer that has a high-speed internet connection with email.
12Territory
Your Territory will be delineated by specific geographic boundaries corresponding to U.S Postal Service zip codes.
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Source NotesYour Territory will be delineated by specific geographic boundaries corresponding to U.S Postal Service zip codes.
15Owner Participation
Your Operating Principal is not required to devote his or her full time to the operation of the Business, but your Operating Principal must use his or her best efforts to actively sell the Products and promote the Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 15 · View Source
During that 30-day period, you must provide for interim management of your operations in compliance with the Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 15 · View Source
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Your Operating Principal is not required to devote his or her full time to the operation of the Business, but your Operating Principal must use his or her best efforts to actively sell the Products and promote the Business.
Source NotesDuring that 30-day period, you must provide for interim management of your operations in compliance with the Franchise Agreement.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not 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.
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Source NotesCompany - Owned 2025 0 0 0
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