15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The total initial investment to open a First Choice Business Brokers franchise ranges from $69K to $98K (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 First Choice Business Brokers is $40K (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 First Choice Business Brokers 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, First Choice Business Brokers does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisFirst Choice Business Brokers charges a royalty fee of 10.0% 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 First Choice Business Brokers franchise is approximately 10.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a $350/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisFirst Choice Business Brokers 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 First Choice Business Brokers franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisFirst Choice Business Brokers offers protected 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 analysisFirst Choice Business Brokers currently operates 109 locations (2025 FDD) (109 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 34.6% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 26.4%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for First Choice Business Brokers is 6.4% (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 First Choice Business Brokers is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew -1 times for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 0 years.
View full contract analysisFirst Choice Business Brokers's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 20 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, First Choice Business Brokers's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisFirst Choice Business Brokers provides 161 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, First Choice Business Brokers 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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