Source: FranopolisThe Doan Group
The Doan Group operates a network of local franchise businesses that provide vehicle and property appraisal and insurance claims adjusting services. Its customers include insurance carriers and policyholders needing damage assessments or claim support.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Leasehold improvements | $0 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Leasehold Improvements 3 $0 $2,500 |
| Training expenses | $800 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Training Expenses 10 (Includes travel and lodging) $800 $1,500 |
| Additional operating funds for 3 months | $600 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Additional Operating Funds (3 Months) 11 $600 $1,500 |
| Professional fees | $50 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Professional Fees 8 $50 $2,000 |
| Initial franchise fee range | $10,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $10,000 $50,000 |
| Equipment computer hardware and software | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Equipment, Computer Hardware and Software 4 $1,000 $2,000 |
| Software license fees for 3 months | $750 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Software License Fees (3 months) 9 $750 $3,000 |
| Utility deposits | $0 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Utility Deposits 6 $0 $1,000 |
| Insurance | $300 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Insurance 7 $300 $1,500 |
| Total initial investment range | $14,050 to $68,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Total Initial 12 $14,050 $68,000 |
| Rent and security deposit for 3 months | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Rent and Security Deposit – 3 months 2 $0 $2,000 |
| Business licenses and permits | $100 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Business Licenses and Permits 5 $100 $1,000 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory management fee rate | Inventory Management and Statusing Administrative Fee 5.0% of Gross Revenues on a continuing basis or per file for individual occurrences. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Standard initial franchise fee | You must pay us an “Initial Franchise Fee” of $10,000 in a lump sum at the time you sign your Franchise Agreement for our standard size of Designated Territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Brand fund maximum per month | We may increase the Brand Fund Fee to an amount not to exceed 2% of monthly Gross Revenue or $4,000 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Insufficient funds fee | Insufficient Fund Fees $100 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Additional training fee limit per week per attendee, plus increases due to trainer wage increases | We may increase this fee during the Term, but it will not exceed $1,500 per week, per attendee in any year in addition to any increase due to our trainer’s wage increases. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Insurance administration fee | Insurance Fee Cost of the premium plus an administrative fee equal to ten percent (10%) of the premium | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| CCC workflow claim file fee range | CCC Workflow Fee Currently, none but we reserve the right to charge $1.00 to $4.00 per claim file | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Operations non-compliance fee range | Operations Non- Compliance Fee $450 to $1,000 per occurrence. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Software licensing fee range per user per month | Software Licensing Fees $189.00 to $500.00 per month, per user | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Brand fund minimum rate | The greater of (i) 1% of monthly Gross Revenue or (ii) $1,000 per month (“Brand Fund Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Royalty fee rate | Royalty Fee 22% based on Gross Revenues | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Late fee rate | Late Fee 2% of the amount due | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Billing and delivery fee rate | Billing and Delivery Administrative Fee 7.5% of Gross Revenues on a continuing basis or per file for individual occurrences. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial franchise fees collected in most recent fiscal year range | During the most recent fiscal year, we collected Initial Franchise Fees ranging from $10,000 to $30,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Additional training fee per week | Additional Training $1,000.00 per week, per attendee (if at our location) or trainer (if at your location) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Assignment dispatch fee rate | Assignment Write up and Dispatch Administrative Fee 7.5% of Gross Revenues on a continuing basis or per file for individual occurrences. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Technology support fee per hour | Technology Support Fee $100 per hour | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial franchise fee range | The range for an Initial Franchise Fee depending upon these factors is $10,000 to $50,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Audit understatement threshold | If an audit establishes that your reports or profit and loss statements have understated any amounts for any period of time by two percent (2%) or more, then you must pay the audit’s cost and our expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Reporting non-compliance fee | Reporting Non- Compliance Fee $150 per violation | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Conference registration fee maximum per attendee | Currently, no fee but there may be a registration fee for our annual meeting or conference in an amount not to exceed the actual cost per attendee for such conference up to a maximum of $1,500 per attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Quality control review fee rate | Quality Control Review Administrative Fee 5.0% of Gross Revenues on a continuing basis or per file for individual occurrences. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Mandatory additional training fee per week | Mandatory Additional Training $1,000 per week, per attendee (if at our location) or trainer (if at your location) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Brand fund maximum rate | We may increase the Brand Fund Fee to an amount not to exceed 2% of monthly Gross Revenue or $4,000 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Brand fund monthly floor | The greater of (i) 1% of monthly Gross Revenue or (ii) $1,000 per month (“Brand Fund Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Assignment or transfer fee | Assignment or Transfer Fee $5,000 Upon any assignment, sale, or transfer of the franchise. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
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.
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
Sources
The Franopolis report provides the source research. FDD page references identify the supplied excerpts when available.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $14,050 to $68,000. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 7 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
Source NotesTotal Initial 12 $14,050 $68,000
Find The Right Business For The Life You Want.
You don’t have to compare every brand on your own. A franchise consultant can help narrow your options and work through what ownership would ask of you.
Bring your questions about this brand, your priorities and the kind of business you want to run.
Your Role
Understand the hours, sales and people responsibilities behind the ownership model.
Your Shortlist
Spend less time sorting through brands and more time on options worth exploring.
Your Market
Check territory options with franchisors and identify the next questions to ask.
Keep Exploring
More Brands To Explore
Lawn Doctor
Lawn care and seasonal holiday-lighting services for local customers.
- Estimated Startup Cost
- $150,070 to $177,052
- Median annual revenue per operator
- $659,073
- Franchised businesses
- 653
2025 FDD · 2024 reported results
Merry Maids
Residential cleaning and cleaning for small commercial offices.
- Estimated Startup Cost
- $126,880 to $170,110
- Median annual gross sales
- $427,425
- Franchise territories
- 802
2025 FDD · 2024 reported results
Real Property Management
Property management, rent collection and maintenance coordination for property owners.
- Estimated Startup Cost
- $91,796 to $234,150
- Median revenue per managed property
- $4,392
- Franchised Locations
- 447
2025 FDD · 2024 reported results