The franchise fee of $59,500 is above the typical range for landscaping franchises. What specific services, training, or equipment does this higher fee include compared to competitors?
#1
The technology fee of $500 monthly is above the typical range. Can you provide a detailed breakdown of what software and digital services are included, and is this fee negotiable or subject to change?
#2
Average gross sales of $7.3 million are significantly higher than the typical range of $578,275–$1.48 million. Are these averages influenced by a small number of high-performing units, or is this representative of most franchisees? What factors drive this performance?
#3
The termination rate of 10% exceeds the typical range of 0–5.05%. What are the primary reasons franchisees were terminated in the past 12 months, and what were the specific breaches or defaults?
#4
The system grew from 1 unit three years ago to 10 units today (115.4% CAGR). How many of these 10 units are company-owned versus franchised, and what is the breakdown?
#5
In 2024, one unit was closed and one was terminated. Were these closures voluntary (franchisee initiated) or franchisor-initiated? What circumstances led to each exit?
#6
The agreement requires minimum weekly royalty fees regardless of sales performance. How are these minimums calculated, what are the specific amounts by territory size, and how often are minimums enforced?
#7
The non-compete clause applies for 2 years within a 25-mile radius. If my franchise is terminated, can I operate a different type of landscaping or outdoor business within that geographic area?
#8
The franchise agreement allows only 10-day cure periods for payment defaults. If I miss a weekly royalty payment, how quickly would the franchisor typically move toward termination, and is there flexibility for genuine hardship situations?
#9
Support & Training scored 87/100, above the typical range. What specific ongoing training and support does the franchisor provide annually, and how frequently are franchisees expected to attend training?
#10
The franchise agreement includes 18 non-curable defaults. Can you provide the complete list of these defaults, and which ones have resulted in terminations in the past two years?
#11
Personal guarantees are required from all owners and their spouses. If the franchise fails, what specific personal assets could be at risk beyond the initial franchise investment?
#12
Disputes must be resolved through arbitration in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, with class action waivers. What has been the average cost and duration of recent arbitrations involving franchisees?
#13
The renewal fee is $10,000 after 10 years. What are the 8 conditions for renewal renewal, and how strictly are they enforced? Can you provide examples of franchisees who were denied renewal?
#14
The agreement includes an $150 non-compliance fee plus 18% annual interest on unpaid royalties. How often are these fees assessed, and are they applied in addition to or as part of the total late payment penalty?
#15
With a 10-year initial term and 10-year renewal, how many franchisees from the original cohort are still operating or have renewed their franchises?
#16
The territory is protected but not exclusive. What prevents the franchisor from opening company-owned or franchised locations that directly compete within or adjacent to my territory?
#17
Can you provide contact information for the 2 franchisees who exited in 2024 so I can understand their experiences and reasons for leaving?
#18