Boulder Designs

The franchise fee of $63,000 is 26% higher than the typical range for landscaping franchises. What specific value or services justify this premium pricing?

You've initiated 3 litigation cases in the past 3 years while defending 1 case. Can you describe the nature of each case, parties involved, outcomes, and current status?

Unit count has declined from 97 to 77 over 3 years (-20.6%). What are the primary reasons franchisees are exiting, and what initiatives are being implemented to stabilize or grow the system?

The one-year turnover rate of 25% exceeds typical category benchmarks by approximately 87%. Is this rate primarily driven by closures versus transfers, and has the rate been stable or changing over time?

The 'ceased other' category has increased from 8 units (2022) to 13 units (2024). What circumstances fall under 'ceased other,' and why has this category grown?

Your technology fee of $65 monthly is substantially lower than the category typical range of $122.50-$460. What technology systems and support does this cover, and are there plans to enhance or increase this offering?

You have no advertising fund contribution requirement while the category typical range is 1.0-2.0%. How is national or regional marketing funded, and what advertising support do franchisees receive?

The non-compete clause specifies 3 years and 25 miles, exceeding the typical 2-year standard. What is the business rationale for the extended duration, and how is compliance enforced post-termination?

Renewal conditions total 9 requirements, above the typical range of 6-8. Can you detail each renewal condition and explain how many franchisees typically meet all requirements on first submission?

Item 19 financial performance data is not provided. Will you disclose median or average unit volumes, franchisee profitability metrics, or audited financial statements from operating units?

The franchise agreement includes minimum gross revenue requirements at franchisor discretion. Have these minimums been implemented, at what level, and what consequences apply if units fall below thresholds?

Personal guarantees are required from all owners and spouses. Have any franchisees been pursued on personal guarantees, and in what circumstances does the franchisor typically enforce them?

Your agreement requires purchasing from franchisor-designated suppliers with the franchisor currently as sole approved supplier. What pricing benchmarks or cost controls ensure franchisees receive competitive rates?

Late payment fees include $100 per occurrence plus 1.5% monthly interest. How frequently are these fees assessed, and are there specific documented cases of franchisees incurring these charges?

Three of your litigation cases were initiated by the franchisor (plaintiff). Were any of these related to non-payment, non-compliance, intellectual property, or competitive violations?

Can you provide the ages, tenure, and closure circumstances of the 20 units that closed in 2022, the 25 units in 2023, and the 21 units in 2024 to identify any patterns?

The Risk Factors score of 35 and System Health score of 19 are substantially below category typical ranges. What specific risk mitigation strategies or operational improvements are underway?

Support & Training score of 69 is below the category typical range of 76.0-86.75. What training curriculum and ongoing support are provided to franchisees, and how are these resources being enhanced?

Given the 3-year, 25-mile non-compete and the 20-year maximum contract term, what happens at contract end if a franchisee wants to remain in the landscaping business in their territory?

Of the 4 litigation cases, were any initiated against franchisees for alleged breaches, and if so, what were the allegations and outcomes?