Source: FranopolisMiracle-Ear, Inc.
The Business
SourcesMiracle-Ear was incorporated under the laws of the State of Minnesota on August 24, 1972.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor’s parent is Amplifon (USA), Inc.. Amplifon USA is a subsidiary of Amplifon S.p.A..
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Miracle-Ear was incorporated under the laws of the State of Minnesota on August 24, 1972.
Source NotesOur parent is Amplifon (USA), Inc. (“Amplifon USA”). Amplifon USA is a subsidiary of Amplifon S.p.A. (“Amplifon Italy”).
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total | $120,000 to $402,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Total 10 $120,000 to $402,500 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $30,000 to $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment $30,000 to $60,000 |
| Additional Funds - 3 months | $30,000 to $80,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Additional Funds - 3 months $30,000 to $80,000 |
| Prepaid Expenses - Location | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Prepaid Expenses - Location $1,000 to $5,000 |
| Prepaid Expenses - Franchise | $500 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Prepaid Expenses - Franchise $500 to $2,500 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee $30,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training | $2,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Travel and Living Expenses During Training $2,000 to $5,000 |
| Real Property, Build Out Costs | $20,000 to $200,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Real Property 4, Build Out Costs $20,000 to $200,000 |
| Location Total | $88,000 to $367,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Location Total 9 $88,000 to $367,500 |
| Inventory | $5,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Inventory $5,000 to $10,000 |
| Signage | $1,500 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Signage $1,500 to $10,000 |
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
Your minimum Initial Franchise Fee will equal: (a) a License Fee of $20,000, plus (b) a Territory Fee of $4,000 per 100,000 population (prorated to a percent per 100,000 population) in your Territory; provided, however, that the minimum Territory Fee required will be $10,000 for any Territory with a population of up to 250,000 persons.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Cooperative Advertising | Your regional advertising council will determine the amount not to exceed 10% of Net Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Transfer Fee - majority or controlling interest | $5,000 for transfers of a majority or controlling interest | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Local Advertising Expenditures | At least 10% of your “Net Sales”. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Access Fee for Sycle.net Software - service location | $41.21 per month per service location. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Access Fee for Sycle.net Software - full-time or part-time location | $104.15 per month per full-time or part-time location. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Demo Program | Currently, $109 to $149 per demo unit, but will not exceed $149 per demo unit. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| IHS Membership | $2.00 per hearing aid sold. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| NOAH License Fee | License fee of $65 per Location | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| CRM Program Fee | Varies based on size of customer database. Not to exceed $570 per Center per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Initial Inventory | Your cost for initial inventory may range from $5,000 to $10,000 per Center. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Experience Enhancements | No more than $5,000 per Center. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Late Renewal Notice Fee | Not to exceed $5,000 per week. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| National Marketing Fund Contribution - wholesale unit | Currently, your contribution to the NMF (“NMF contribution”) is $76 per wholesale unit (which is a hearing aid ordered from Miracle-Ear) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Miracle-Ear Foundation Donation | $1.00 donation per hearing aid ordered. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Royalty - AudioTone Pro | $30.15 for each AudioTone Pro. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| National Marketing Fund Contribution - refurbished retail unit | and $25 per refurbished retail unit (which is a used and refurbished hearing aid sold by the franchisee to a consumer). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Transfer Fee - minority and non-controlling interest | $2,000 for transfers of a minority and non-controlling interest. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Maintenance, Refurbishment and Renovation Expenses | Miracle-Ear estimates that current costs for a renovation project may range between $5,000 and $50,000 per store each time you renovate. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Royalty - Miracle-Ear hearing aid | $48.80 for each Miracle-Ear® hearing aid. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | Your minimum Initial Franchise Fee will equal: (a) a License Fee of $20,000, plus (b) a Territory Fee of $4,000 per 100,000 population (prorated to a percent per 100,000 population) in your Territory; provided, however, that the minimum Territory Fee required will be $10,000 for any Territory with a population of up to 250,000 persons. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesIf you are an individual or a sole proprietorship, you must directly manage and operate the franchised Miracle-Ear® Centers.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
If you are a limited liability company, a member who owns at least 5% or more of the company’s membership interests must handle the direct management and operation of the Franchised Business.
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If you are an individual or a sole proprietorship, you must directly manage and operate the franchised Miracle-Ear® Centers.
Source NotesIf you are a limited liability company, a member who owns at least 5% or more of the company’s membership interests must handle the direct management and operation of the Franchised Business.
Territory
SourcesYou will receive an exclusive territory when granted a Miracle-Ear® franchise.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
If you fail to achieve the Minimum Performance Requirement, and subsequently fail to comply with an applicable Performance Improvement Plan for two consecutive quarters, the franchisor has the right to terminate your right to operate the underperforming Center(s) and modify and reduce the Territory.
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You will receive an exclusive territory when granted a Miracle-Ear® franchise.
Source NotesIf you fail to achieve the Minimum Performance Requirement, and subsequently fail to comply with an applicable Performance Improvement Plan for two consecutive quarters, we have the right to terminate your right to operate the underperforming Center(s) and modify and reduce the Territory.
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
SourcesMiracle-Ear is currently conducting all or part of the initial training program virtually, in person at a location designated by the franchisor which may include the franchise location or other locations, via webinars, or over the telephone.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
The typical length of time between acceptance of a location and the opening of a Center is 2 to 6 months.
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The typical length of time between acceptance of a location and the opening of a Center is 2 to 6 months.
Source NotesMiracle-Ear is currently conducting all or part of the initial training program virtually, in person at a location designated by us which may include the franchise location or other locations, via webinars, or over the telephone.
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
Sources
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01The Business And Its Ownership
Miracle-Ear was incorporated under the laws of the State of Minnesota on August 24, 1972.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s parent is Amplifon (USA), Inc.. Amplifon USA is a subsidiary of Amplifon S.p.A..
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Miracle-Ear was incorporated under the laws of the State of Minnesota on August 24, 1972.
Source NotesOur parent is Amplifon (USA), Inc. (“Amplifon USA”). Amplifon USA is a subsidiary of Amplifon S.p.A. (“Amplifon Italy”).
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Pete Palmisano (Director of Franchise Administration), Alberto Bertacchi (Senior Finance Director Americas of Amplifon (USA), Inc.), Emiliano Di Vincenzo (Executive Vice President Americas of Amplifon (USA), Inc.) and James Carroll (Franchise Sales Manager).
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Director of Franchise Administration: Pete Palmisano
Senior Finance Director Americas of Amplifon (USA), Inc.: Alberto Bertacchi
Executive Vice President Americas of Amplifon (USA), Inc.: Emiliano Di Vincenzo
Source NotesFranchise Sales Manager: James Carroll
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must purchase Miracle-Ear Products and certain accessories from Miracle-Ear.
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Miracle-Ear will provide you with the names of approved suppliers for hearing aid accessory products, furniture, computer hardware and software, other equipment and assistive listening devices.
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No affiliate of Miracle-Ear derives income from required purchases or leases of products or Services.
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You must purchase Miracle-Ear Products and certain accessories from Miracle-Ear.
Miracle-Ear will provide you with the names of approved suppliers for hearing aid accessory products, furniture, computer hardware and software, other equipment and assistive listening devices.
Source NotesNo affiliate of Miracle-Ear derives income from required purchases or leases of products or Services.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The typical length of time between acceptance of a location and the opening of a Center is 2 to 6 months.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 · Item 11 · View Source
Miracle-Ear is currently conducting all or part of the initial training program virtually, in person at a location designated by the franchisor which may include the franchise location or other locations, via webinars, or over the telephone.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 · Item 11 · View Source
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The typical length of time between acceptance of a location and the opening of a Center is 2 to 6 months.
Source NotesMiracle-Ear is currently conducting all or part of the initial training program virtually, in person at a location designated by us which may include the franchise location or other locations, via webinars, or over the telephone.
12Territory
You will receive an exclusive territory when granted a Miracle-Ear® franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 12 · View Source
If you fail to achieve the Minimum Performance Requirement, and subsequently fail to comply with an applicable Performance Improvement Plan for two consecutive quarters, the franchisor has the right to terminate your right to operate the underperforming Center(s) and modify and reduce the Territory.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 12 · View Source
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You will receive an exclusive territory when granted a Miracle-Ear® franchise.
Source NotesIf you fail to achieve the Minimum Performance Requirement, and subsequently fail to comply with an applicable Performance Improvement Plan for two consecutive quarters, we have the right to terminate your right to operate the underperforming Center(s) and modify and reduce the Territory.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
You must keep confidential during and after the term of the Franchise Agreement all information contained in the Manuals.
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Source NotesYou must keep confidential during and after the term of the Franchise Agreement all information contained in the Manuals.
15Owner Participation
If you are an individual or a sole proprietorship, you must directly manage and operate the franchised Miracle-Ear® Centers.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 15 · View Source
If you are a limited liability company, a member who owns at least 5% or more of the company’s membership interests must handle the direct management and operation of the Franchised Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 15 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
If you are an individual or a sole proprietorship, you must directly manage and operate the franchised Miracle-Ear® Centers.
Source NotesIf you are a limited liability company, a member who owns at least 5% or more of the company’s membership interests must handle the direct management and operation of the Franchised Business.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You have 10 days to cure any defaults resulting from: (a) your sale of unapproved products other than hearing aids.
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You also must offer a full line of all goods and services that Miracle-Ear designates as required uniformly for its franchisees.
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You have 10 days to cure any defaults resulting from: (a) your sale of unapproved products other than hearing aids.
Source NotesYou also must offer a full line of all goods and services that Miracle-Ear designates as required uniformly for its franchisees.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
You can renew the Franchise Agreement for an additional term of the length currently being offered to new franchisees, which will be no less than 5 and no more than 10 years.
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Source NotesYou can renew the Franchise Agreement for an additional term of the length currently being offered to new franchisees, which will be no less than 5 and no more than 10 years.
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