Source: FranopolisNuSpine Chiropractic
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a Delaware limited liability company, created on August 23, 2019.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The Franchisor is NUSPINE FRANCHISE SYSTEMS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company, created on August 23, 2019.
Source NotesThe Franchisor is NUSPINE FRANCHISE SYSTEMS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Dues & Subscriptions | $0 to $500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Dues & Subscriptions $0 $500 |
| Pre-opening Travel Expense | $0 to $4,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Pre-opening Travel Expense 10 $0 $4,000 |
| Signage | $6,000 to $12,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Signage 4 $6,000 $12,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $20,000 to $90,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Additional Funds – 3 Months 14 $20,000 $90,000 |
| TOTAL | $175,450 to $550,250 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 TOTAL 15 $175,450 $550,250 |
| Rent (3-months) and Security Deposits | $2,500 to $19,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Rent (3-months) and Security Deposits 7 $2,500 $19,500 |
| Utility Deposits | $300 to $500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Utility Deposits 8 $300 $500 |
| Construction, Leasehold Improvements | $60,000 to $300,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Construction, Leasehold Improvements 2 $60,000 $300,000 |
| Professional Fees | $7,000 to $15,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Professional Fees 12 $7,000 $15,000 |
| Business Permits and Licenses | $100 to $250 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Business Permits and Licenses 13 $100 $250 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $17,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Grand Opening Advertising 11 $17,500 $17,500 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 to $49,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $35,000 $49,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $500 to $2,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Initial Inventory 6 $500 $2,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $20,500 to $26,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment 3 $20,500 $26,000 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premiums | $550 to $1,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Insurance Deposits and Premiums 9 $550 $1,500 |
| Computer, Software and Point of Sales System | $5,500 to $12,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Computer, Software and Point of Sales System 5 $5,500 $12,500 |
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
- You must pay an initial franchise fee of $49,000.
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- Royalty
- Royalty Fee 7% of weekly Gross Sales. Collected weekly on Tuesdays
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Royalty Fee 7% of weekly Gross Sales. Collected weekly on Tuesdays
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Review Fee Sources - Marketing & Advertising
View Disclosed Terms
Brand Development Fund 1% of weekly Gross Sales but may be increased up to 2%
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Transfer Fee 50% of our then current initial franchise fee | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Relocation Fee | Relocation Fee $2,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Subsequent franchise fee – second license | If you are an existing franchisee and we award you a subsequent franchise, the initial franchise will be reduced to $39,000 for the second license | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Delayed Opening Fee | Delayed Opening Fee $500/month | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Royalty Fee | Royalty Fee 7% of weekly Gross Sales. Collected weekly on Tuesdays | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee The lesser of 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee, or $10,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Bank Charges and Administrative Costs | Bank Charges and Administrative Costs $100 per incident. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Minimum Local Advertising | Minimum Local Advertising $3,000 per month, or 4% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Product Testing and Supplier Evaluation | Product Testing and Supplier Evaluation $500 plus our out-of-pocket expenses. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Advertising Cooperatives | Advertising Cooperatives As determined by Cooperatives, up to 1% of Gross Sales | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Insurance | Insurance Cost of insurance plus a 25% administrative fee. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Technology Fee | Technology Fee $549 / month but may be increased up to $699/month | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| NuSpine Software initial setup fee | Prior to opening the Franchised Business, you will also be required to utilize our “NuSpine Software” for an initial setup fee of $500. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Audit | Audit All of our costs and expenses, but not less than $500. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Subsequent franchise fee – each additional license | $35,000 for each additional license. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial and Additional Training | Initial and Additional Training $500 per person per day plus expenses | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Brand Development Fund | Brand Development Fund 1% of weekly Gross Sales but may be increased up to 2% | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Grand opening expenses paid directly to franchisor | Additionally, you currently pay approximately $1,500 of your grand opening expenses directly to us for certain items and support that we provide in connection with your grand opening. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial franchise fee | You must pay an initial franchise fee of $49,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
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
SourcesThe franchisor recommends that you (or, if you are an entity, your Operating Principal) personally participate in the operation of the Franchised Business.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
If you or your Operating Principal do not participate in the day-to-day operation of the Franchised Business, you will need a Manager to be responsible for the direct on-premises supervision of the Franchised Business at all times during the hours of operation.
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We recommend that you (or, if you are an entity, your Operating Principal) personally participate in the operation of the Franchised Business.
Source NotesIf you or your Operating Principal do not participate in the day-to-day operation of the Franchised Business, you will need a Manager to be responsible for the direct on-premises supervision of the Franchised Business at all times during the hours of operation.
Territory
SourcesThe continuation of your right to operate in the Territory is not dependent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration or other contingency.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
The Designated Search Area will be agreed upon by you and the franchisor before your execution of the Franchise Agreement and may range from a portion of a city or an unincorporated area to a single or multi-county area.
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The continuation of your right to operate in the Territory is not dependent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration or other contingency.
Source NotesThe Designated Search Area will be agreed upon by you and us before your execution of the Franchise Agreement and may range from a portion of a city or an unincorporated area to a single or multi-county area.
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
SourcesYou must acquire an acceptable site and open your Clinic within twelve months of signing your Franchise Agreement.
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Source NotesYou must acquire an acceptable site and open your Clinic within twelve months of signing your Franchise Agreement.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
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, created on August 23, 2019.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The Franchisor is NUSPINE FRANCHISE SYSTEMS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company, created on August 23, 2019.
Source NotesThe Franchisor is NUSPINE FRANCHISE SYSTEMS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.
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.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $175,450 to $550,250. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
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Source NotesTOTAL 15 $175,450 $550,250
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor reserves the right to designate ourself or an affiliate as the only approved supplier for items that the franchisor requires you to purchase. The franchisor reserves the right to designate ourselves or an affiliate as suppliers for other items you are required to purchase in the future.
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Source NotesWe reserve the right to designate ourself or an affiliate as the only approved supplier for items that we require you to purchase. We reserve the right to designate ourselves or an affiliate as suppliers for other items you are required to purchase in the future.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
11Support, Training And Advertising
You must acquire an acceptable site and open your Clinic within twelve months of signing your Franchise Agreement.
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Source NotesYou must acquire an acceptable site and open your Clinic within twelve months of signing your Franchise Agreement.
12Territory
The continuation of your right to operate in the Territory is not dependent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration or other contingency.
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The Designated Search Area will be agreed upon by you and the franchisor before your execution of the Franchise Agreement and may range from a portion of a city or an unincorporated area to a single or multi-county area.
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The continuation of your right to operate in the Territory is not dependent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration or other contingency.
Source NotesThe Designated Search Area will be agreed upon by you and us before your execution of the Franchise Agreement and may range from a portion of a city or an unincorporated area to a single or multi-county area.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own any registered patents which are material to the franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not own any registered patents which are material to the franchise.
15Owner Participation
The franchisor recommends that you (or, if you are an entity, your Operating Principal) personally participate in the operation of the Franchised Business.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 15 · View Source
If you or your Operating Principal do not participate in the day-to-day operation of the Franchised Business, you will need a Manager to be responsible for the direct on-premises supervision of the Franchised Business at all times during the hours of operation.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 15 · View Source
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We recommend that you (or, if you are an entity, your Operating Principal) personally participate in the operation of the Franchised Business.
Source NotesIf you or your Operating Principal do not participate in the day-to-day operation of the Franchised Business, you will need a Manager to be responsible for the direct on-premises supervision of the Franchised Business at all times during the hours of operation.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must offer and sell approved services and products only in the manner the franchisor has approved.
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Source NotesYou must offer and sell approved services and products only in the manner we have approved.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
You have the right to renew the franchise for one (1) additional 10-year term, if you meet certain requirements.
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Source NotesYou have the right to renew the franchise for one (1) additional 10-year term, if you meet certain requirements.
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
Exhibit F contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2024, 2023, 2022. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
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Source NotesAttached to this Disclosure Document as Exhibit F are our audited financial statements for the years ending December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022.
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