16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Card My Yard franchise ranges from $10K to $19K (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 Card My Yard is $9K (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 Card My Yard 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Card My Yard does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisCard My Yard 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 Card My Yard franchise is approximately 25.5% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 0.5% marketing/advertising fund contribution, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisCard My Yard has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Card My Yard franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisCard My Yard 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 rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisCard My Yard currently operates 545 locations (2025 FDD) (543 franchised, 2 company-owned). The system grew by 2.1% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 2.2%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Card My Yard is 3.5% (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 analysisAccording to the Card My Yard FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $15K (average: $20K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Card My Yard is 5 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 3 times for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisCard My Yard'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 analysisNo, Card My Yard's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.
View full legal analysisCard My Yard provides 21 hours of initial training (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 analysisYes, Card My Yard provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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