Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales (2026 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection franchise is approximately 5.0% of gross sales (2026 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a $130/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection has been involved in 6 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2026 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2026 FDD).

Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2026 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.

Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection currently operates 67 locations (2026 FDD) (67 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 4.7% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 5.5%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection is 13.4% (2026 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2026 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

The initial franchise agreement term for Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection is 15 years (2026 FDD). Franchisees can renew 999 times for 15-year periods. The total potential term is 15000 years.

Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 0 years within 0 miles of the former location (2026 FDD).

No, Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2026 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.

Best Western BW Premier Collection / BW Signature Collection does not provide site selection assistance (2026 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.