Source: FranopolisPainter1
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is STRATIFY, LLC, a Utah limited liability company doing business as PAINTER1.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are STRATIFY, LLC, a Utah limited liability company doing business as PAINTER1.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $54,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Initial Franchise Fee $ 54,500 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $250 to $750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Miscellaneous Opening Costs (3) $250 to $750 |
| Licenses and Bonds | $0 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 licenses and bonds $0 to $1,500 |
| Contractor License | $300 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Contractor License (1) $300 to $500 |
| Computer Equipment | $800 to $1,800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Computer Equipment $800 to $1,800 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Grand Opening Advertising $3,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Training and Payment/Reimbursement | $1,000 to $7,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Training and Payment/Reimbur sement $ 1,000 to $ 7,500 |
| Franchise Premises Rent | $0 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Franchise Premises Rent $0 to $3,000 |
| Office Set-Up | $0 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Office Set - up $0 to $500 |
| Lease and Utilities Deposits and Payments | $0 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Lease and Utilities Deposits and Payments $0 to $1,500 |
| Clothing and Uniforms | $0 to $250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Clothing and Uniforms $0 to $250 |
| Supplies and Equipment Inventory | $0 to $7,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Supplies and Equipment Inventory $0 to $7,500 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Software Upgrade Fee | Software Upgrade Fee Reasonable rates, which will not exceed $500 per calendar year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Transfer Fee and Transition Holdback | You will reimburse us for our reasonable out - of - pocket costs concerning the transfer up to $ 5,000 plus applicable taxes. You must also remit directly to us the sum of $25,000.00 (the "Transition Holdback") from the total transfer purchase price. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Renewal | You will reimburse us for our reasonable out - of - pocket costs concerning the renewal up to $ 5,000 plus applicable taxes. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Website and Digital Advertising | Website and Digital Advertising Then - current fee, currently $250 to $650 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Grand Opening Advertising Recommendation | We recommend that you spend $3,000 on grand opening advertising. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Annual Convention Fee | Annual Convention Fee Then - current fee, currently u p to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Bookkeeping Services Fee | Bookkeeping Services Fee Then - current fee, currently $ 250 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| NSF Fee | NSF Fee $50 per returned transaction | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Unsatisfied Payment Fee | Unsatisfied Payment Fee Then - current fee, currently $ 100 for each unsatisfied attempt | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Cost to Attend Annual Convention | Cost to Attend Annual Convention $1,000 to $ 5,000 per person that attends | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Administrative Assistant Service Fee | currently payable monthly designated third party vendor for administrative assistant service and software training, management and support , lead flow management and related services. currently $1,667 to $4,500 per month , depending on the number of monthly leads generated | 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
SourcesYou may designate a m anager to assume responsibility for day - to - day operations.
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Source NotesYou may designate a m anager to assume responsibility for day - to - day operations.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
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 or first payment of consideration for the Franchise and the opening of the Franchise for business is about 30 to 90 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
No advertising region may require any franchisee in that region to make a contribution to a Regional Advertising Fund in excess of 2 percent of that franchisee's Gross Sales.
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You must use the franchisor’s proprietary customer relationship management software in the operation of your franchised business. The proprietary software provides estimating and bidding, scheduling, invoicing and collections, and reporting functions.
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement or first payment of consideration for the Franchise and the opening of the Franchise for business is about 30 to 90 days.
No advertising region may require any franchisee in that region to make a contribution to a Regional Advertising Fund in excess of 2 percent of that franchisee's Gross Sales .
Source NotesYou must use our proprietary customer relationship management software in the operation of your franchised business. The proprietary software provides estimating and bidding, scheduling, invoicing and collections, and reporting functions.
Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor is STRATIFY, LLC, a Utah limited liability company doing business as PAINTER1.
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02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes ASHLEY BUTTERS (Accounting Manager) and JASON LEBER (Managing Partner and Franchise Development).
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ASHLEY BUTTERS – Accounting Manager
Source NotesJASON LEBER - Managing Partner and Franchise Development
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must purchase all Painter1 advertising materials from approved suppliers to ensure uniformity and quality of the advertising.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 8 · View Source
The franchisor estimates that purchases from the franchisor, the franchisor’s affiliate, approved suppliers will be from 40 to 80 percent of the total purchases you make to operate your franchise.
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The franchisor estimates that purchases from the franchisor, the franchisor’s affiliate, or approved suppliers will be from 10 to 20 percent of the total purchases you make to establish your franchise.
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You must purchase all Painter1 advertising materials from approved suppliers to ensure uniformity and quality of the advertising.
We estimate that purchases from us, our affiliate, approved suppliers will be from 40 to 80 percent of the total purchases you make to operate your franchise.
Source NotesWe estimate that purchases from us, our affiliate, or approved suppliers will be from 10 to 20 percent of the total purchases you make to establish your franchise.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement or first payment of consideration for the Franchise and the opening of the Franchise for business is about 30 to 90 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 · Item 11 · View Source
No advertising region may require any franchisee in that region to make a contribution to a Regional Advertising Fund in excess of 2 percent of that franchisee's Gross Sales.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
You must use the franchisor’s proprietary customer relationship management software in the operation of your franchised business. The proprietary software provides estimating and bidding, scheduling, invoicing and collections, and reporting functions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 11 · View Source
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement or first payment of consideration for the Franchise and the opening of the Franchise for business is about 30 to 90 days.
No advertising region may require any franchisee in that region to make a contribution to a Regional Advertising Fund in excess of 2 percent of that franchisee's Gross Sales .
Source NotesYou must use our proprietary customer relationship management software in the operation of your franchised business. The proprietary software provides estimating and bidding, scheduling, invoicing and collections, and reporting functions.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor has no patents and no pending patent applications material to your franchise.
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Source NotesWe have no patents and no pending patent applications material to your franchise.
15Owner Participation
You may designate a m anager to assume responsibility for day - to - day operations.
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Source NotesYou may designate a m anager to assume responsibility for day - to - day operations.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If you are not in breach, you may renew the Franchise for periods of 10 years under the terms of the franchisor’s then - current Franchise Agreement forms.
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Source NotesIf you are not in breach, you may renew the Franchise for periods of 10 years under the terms of our then - current Franchise Agreement forms.
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