Source: FranopolisWOW Windowboxes
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What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Grand opening marketing | $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Grand Opening Marketing $ 30,000 |
| CRM setup | $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Initial CRM Setup and Configuration Package $2,500 |
| Additional funds, 3 months — $10,000–$35,000 | $10,000 to $35,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Additional Funds – 3 months 9 $ 10,000 - $ 35,000 |
| Professional fees — $3,000–$5,000 | $3,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Professional Fees 7 $ 3,000 - $ 5,000 |
| Initial training expenses — $3,500–$5,000 | $3,500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Initial Training Expenses 2 $ 3,500 - $ 5,000 |
| Equipment/tools/supplies — $20,000–$25,000 | $20,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Equipment , Tools and Supplies 5 $ 20,000 - $ 25,000 |
| Licenses/permits — $500–$1,500 | $500 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Business Licenses and Permits 6 $ 500 - $ 1,500 |
| Computer systems — $2,000–$2,500 | $2,000 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Computer Systems 3 $ 2,000 - $ 2,500 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty — greater of 7% or scheduled minimum | Royalty Fee 7 % of Gross Revenue or the minimum monthly royalty described in footnote 1, whichever is greater | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Remedial training — current per trainer daily plus expenses | The current per diem fee is $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Initial CRM setup and configuration | You must pay us $2,500 for an initial CRM setup and configuration package to activate your customer management software and payment platforms. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Interim management plus travel | Interim Management Support Fee 10 % of Gross Revenue realized during the interim management period , plus all travel expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Liquidated damages — up to 24 months | Liquidated Damages Up to 24 months of Royalty Fees and Brand Fund Contributions | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Interest — annual or legal maximum | Interest Charge 18% per annum from due date, or maximum allowed by law | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Insurance reimbursement — amount paid plus 10% and expenses | Insurance Reimbursement Amount paid by us for your insurance obligations, plus a 10% administrative fee and other actual expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Successor agreement | Successor Agreement Fee $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Grand opening marketing | We will collect your Grand Opening Marketing expenditure of $30,000 and implement Grand Opening activities on your behalf. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Brand fund — beginning month 13 | Brand Fund Contribution 2 % of Gross Revenue 5 th day of each calendar month beginning in Month 13 of the Term | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Additional training — up to per person plus expenses | Additional Training - Courses Up to $ 500 per person , plus the cost of travel, meals, lodging, etc. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Critical operations standard violation | Critical Operations Standard Violation Fee $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Call center — required first 12 months, optional thereafter | Call Center Fee 2% of Gross Revenue Monthly | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
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