Source: FranopolisNoble Locksmith
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor’s business is operating Noble Locksmith franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
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Read More About The Business
The franchisor does not have any predecessors and the franchisor does not have any parent company.
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Our business is operating Noble Locksmith franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
Source NotesWe do not have any predecessors and we do not have any parent company.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Licenses and Permits | $50 to $250 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Licenses and Permits (Note 11) $50 to $250 |
| Service Vehicle | $1,500 to $2,250 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Service Vehicle (Note 10) $1,500 to $2,250 |
| Total Estimate — Base Territory Plus Additional Territories | $112,200 to $243,600 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 20 Total Estimate (Note 3) $112,200 to $243,600 |
| Initial Opening Inventory | $15,000 to $25,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 Initial Opening Inventory (Note 5) $15,000 to $25,000 |
| Total Estimate — Base Territory Plus Additional People | $82,201 to $217,600 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Total Estimate (Note 3) $82,201 to $217,600 |
| Computer, Software and Point of Sales System and Website | $2,500 to $5,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Computer, Software and Point of Sales System and Website (Note 6) $2,500 to $5,000 |
| Additional Funds — Three Months | $10,000 to $20,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Additional Funds – Three months (Note 12) $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Lease Deposits — Three Months | $0 to $12,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 Lease Deposits – Three Months (Note 3) $0 to $12,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 to $5,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Professional Fees (Note 9) $2,000 to $5,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $34,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $34,000 |
| Insurance Deposits — Three Months | $450 to $900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Insurance Deposits – Three Months (Note 7) $450 to $900 |
| Total Estimate — Base Territory Only | $82,200 to $187,600 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Total Estimate (Note 13) $82,200 to $187,600 |
| Equipment | $13,200 to $23,200 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 Equipment (Note 4) $13,200 to $23,200 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $55,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) $0 to $55,000 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $3,500 to $5,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Travel for Initial Training (Note 8) $3,500 to $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
- Royalty
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Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Weekly Royalty Requirements. The Royalty Rate is 10% of Gross Sales for Out of Territory Customers.
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- 1% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Weekly Royalty Requirements. The Royalty Rate is 10% of Gross Sales for Out of Territory Customers. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Operational Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Opening Inventory | We estimate that your initial opening inventory that you must purchase from us or our affiliates will range between $15,000 to $25,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Multi-Territory Initial Franchise Fee — Three Territories | 3 $30,000 $90,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Technology Maintenance | Up to $500 per month, currently not assessed | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Multi-Territory Initial Franchise Fee — Two Territories | 2 $32,000 $64,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Additional People Supplemental Franchise Fee | If at the time of signing your Franchise Agreement, subject to market type, availability, and our discretion, you wish to increase the size of your Base Territory, the Initial Franchise Fee will be increased $0.05 for each additional person located within your Base Territory at the time of signing the Franchise Agreement. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Non-Compliance: Customer Reviews | $250 to $750 per month | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | 2% of Gross Sales per month, but not less than $2,000 per month plus $500 per month for each Additional Territory | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Supplemental Training | Current rate is $500 per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — Base Territory | The Initial Franchise Fee is $34,000 for a geographic operating territory that includes a base territory with a population of approximately 750,000 people (a “Base Territory”). | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Initial Tools and Equipment Package | We estimate that the initial cost for these tools will range between $1,500 to $3,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Our then current training fee, currently $500 per person per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Brand Development Fund | 1% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $1,000. Fee is per attendee. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Contact Center | 3% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesYou may hire a manager to assume responsibility for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business, only if (a) the manager meets all of the franchisor’s minimum standards and criteria for managers; (b) the manager completes the franchisor’s initial training program; (c) the manager signs the franchisor’s confidentiality and non-competition agreements.
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Source NotesYou may hire a manager to assume responsibility for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business, only if (a) the manager meets all of our minimum standards and criteria for managers; (b) the manager completes our initial training program; (c) the manager signs our confidentiality and non-competition agreements.
Territory
SourcesThe number people will be determined in the aggregate and will be calculated based on raw data and without regard to demographics or age.
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Source NotesThe number people will be determined in the aggregate and will be calculated based on raw data and without regard to demographics or age.
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 current training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one operating manager at the franchisor’s training facility located in San Diego, California.
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Source NotesThe current training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one operating manager at our training facility located in San Diego, California.
Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor’s business is operating Noble Locksmith franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor does not have any predecessors and the franchisor does not have any parent company.
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Our business is operating Noble Locksmith franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
Source NotesWe do not have any predecessors and we do not have any parent company.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor’s affiliate Noble Locksmith d/b/a Nobel Key Supply is currently an approved supplier of keys, locksmith inventory and locksmith tools.
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Source NotesOur affiliate Noble Locksmith d/b/a Nobel Key Supply is currently an approved supplier of keys, locksmith inventory and locksmith tools.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The current training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one operating manager at the franchisor’s training facility located in San Diego, California.
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Source NotesThe current training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one operating manager at our training facility located in San Diego, California.
12Territory
The number people will be determined in the aggregate and will be calculated based on raw data and without regard to demographics or age.
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Source NotesThe number people will be determined in the aggregate and will be calculated based on raw data and without regard to demographics or age.
15Owner Participation
You may hire a manager to assume responsibility for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business, only if (a) the manager meets all of the franchisor’s minimum standards and criteria for managers; (b) the manager completes the franchisor’s initial training program; (c) the manager signs the franchisor’s confidentiality and non-competition agreements.
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Source NotesYou may hire a manager to assume responsibility for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business, only if (a) the manager meets all of our minimum standards and criteria for managers; (b) the manager completes our initial training program; (c) the manager signs our confidentiality and non-competition agreements.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
There is no limitation on the franchisor’s right to change the products and services offered by Franchised Business.
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You may only sell the products and services specified or approved by the franchisor in writing. You must sell the products and services required by the franchisor.
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There is no limitation on our right to change the products and services offered by Franchised Business.
Source NotesYou may only sell the products and services specified or approved by us in writing. You must sell the products and services required by us.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it currently does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not currently use any public figure to promote our franchise.
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
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Exhibit D contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2022, 2023, 2024. 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 for 2022, 2023 and 2024.
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