15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The total initial investment to open a CLARION and CLARION POINTE franchise ranges from $312K to $2.7M (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 CLARION and CLARION POINTE is $45K (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 CLARION and CLARION POINTE 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a CLARION and CLARION POINTE franchise requires a physical location (2025 FDD). Franchisees will need to lease or purchase commercial real estate, which is a significant component of the total investment.
View full investment analysisCLARION and CLARION POINTE charges a royalty fee of 5.5% 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 CLARION and CLARION POINTE franchise is approximately 8.8% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.3% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $855/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisCLARION and CLARION POINTE has been involved in 4 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 4 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the CLARION and CLARION POINTE franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisCLARION and CLARION POINTE offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisCLARION and CLARION POINTE currently operates 181 locations (2025 FDD) (181 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 1.7% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -1.4%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for CLARION and CLARION POINTE is 7.7% (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 analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for CLARION and CLARION POINTE is 20 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisCLARION and CLARION POINTE's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 0 years within 0 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, CLARION and CLARION POINTE's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisCLARION and CLARION POINTE provides 47 hours of initial training over approximately 1 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, CLARION and CLARION POINTE 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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