Source: FranopolisMoves For Seniors Systems
Moves for Seniors helps older adults and their families plan and manage relocations, including downsizing, packing, move-day coordination, and home setup. Franchisees coordinate local service providers and oversee projects for seniors, families, and senior living communities.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems, Equipment and Hardware — low | $2,500 to $3,750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Computer Systems, Equipment and Hardware $2,500 $3,750 |
| Pre-Opening Travel Expense — low | $2,500 to $5,200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Pre-Opening Travel Expense $2,500 $5,200 |
| Initial Training Fee — high | $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Initial Training Fee $10,000 $10,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — low | $49,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Initial Franchise Fee $49,500 $49,500 |
| Initial Training Fee — low | $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Initial Training Fee $10,000 $10,000 |
| Technology Fee — high | $395 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Technology Fee $395 $395 |
| Professional Fees & Business Licenses — low | $1,725 to $2,725 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Professional Fees & Business Licenses $1,725 $2,725 |
| Additional Funds – 3-6 Months — low | $20,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Additional Funds – 3-6 Months $20,000 $40,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT — low | $89,145 to $121,520 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT $89,145 $121,520 |
| Real Estate & Related Expenses — low | $150 to $200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Real Estate & Related Expenses $150 $200 |
| Office and Small Equipment — low | $1,725 to $2,250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Office and Small Equipment $1,725 $2,250 |
| Vehicle – Deposit & 3 Lease Payments — low | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Vehicle – Deposit & 3 Lease Payments $0 $5,000 |
| Rent and Utility Deposits — low | $0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Rent and Utility Deposits $0 $0 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — high | $49,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Initial Franchise Fee $49,500 $49,500 |
| Rent and Utility Deposits — high | $0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Rent and Utility Deposits $0 $0 |
| Technology Fee — low | $395 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Technology Fee $395 $395 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premiums — low | $650 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 Insurance Deposits and Premiums $650 $2,500 |
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SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee
- The initial franchise fee for a Franchised Business is $49,500.
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The initial franchise fee for a Franchised Business is $49,500.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Local advertising minimum | The greater of 3% of Gross Sales or $750 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Technology fee | reserve the right to increase the Technology Fee by up to twenty percent (20%) each year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Minimum royalty beginning month four | The greater of 8% of Gross Sales or $1,000 per month, beginning on the fourth (4 th ) month operating your Franchised Business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Annual conference absentee fee | Annual Conference Absentee Fee (if applicable) $1,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Brand fund contribution rate | The greater of 1% of Gross Sales or $500 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| New service/supplier approval minimum | Testing, New Service or New Supplier Approval Cost of review and testing with a minimum fee of $500 plus costs | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Late report fee maximum | Late Report Fee Up to $150 per report per week for each report required that has not been submitted. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Transfer fee | Transfer Fee $15,000 at the time of transfer if the transfer involved 50% or more change of ownership. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Initial training fee for up to three people | The initial training fee for up to three (3) people is $10,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Technology monthly maximum | not to exceed $1,500 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Additional training fee per attendee above three | $2,000 per person over three (3) attendees. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Operational support fee — low | Operational Support Fee 5% - 35% of total costs for services. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Supplemental training rate | Supplemental Training Fees $500 per day plus expenses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Initial franchise fee | The initial franchise fee for a Franchised Business is $49,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Local advertising rate | The greater of 3% of Gross Sales or $750 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Technology fee annual increase cap | reserve the right to increase the Technology Fee by up to twenty percent (20%) each year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Brand fund contribution minimum | The greater of 1% of Gross Sales or $500 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Annual conference fee | Annual Conference Fee (if held) $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Renewal fee | Renewal Fee $7,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Royalty rate | 8 % of Gross Sales for the first three (3) months operating your Franchised Business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Management fee rate | Management Fee 20% of Gross Sales plus our expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Operational support fee — high | Operational Support Fee 5% - 35% of total costs for services. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
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05Fees Paid To Get Started
The initial franchise fee for one franchised business is $49,500.
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Source NotesThe initial franchise fee for a Franchised Business is $49,500.
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