16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Bumper Man franchise ranges from $73K to $105K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Bumper Man is $50K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Bumper Man 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Bumper Man does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisBumper Man charges a royalty fee of 25.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Bumper Man franchise is approximately 25.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisBumper Man has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Bumper Man franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisBumper Man offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisBumper Man currently operates 133 locations (2025 FDD) (132 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system grew by 0.8% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 1.0%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Bumper Man is 4.5% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisBumper Man does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Bumper Man is 5 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 7 times for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 40 years.
View full contract analysisBumper Man's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Bumper Man's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisBumper Man provides 98 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisBumper Man does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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