i4 Search Group charges a royalty fee of 14.0% 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.

The total ongoing fee rate for a i4 Search Group franchise is approximately 17.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $234/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

i4 Search Group has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the i4 Search Group franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

i4 Search Group 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 are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

i4 Search Group currently operates 39 locations (2025 FDD) (38 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system grew by 25.8% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 17.6%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for i4 Search Group is 5.1% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

i4 Search Group 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.

The initial franchise agreement term for i4 Search Group is 8 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 2 times for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 18 years.

i4 Search Group'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).

Yes, i4 Search Group's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

i4 Search Group provides 97 hours of initial training over approximately 3 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.

Yes, i4 Search Group provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.