Signal 88 charges a royalty fee of 4.0% 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 Signal 88 franchise is approximately 9.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 5.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, and other recurring charges.

Signal 88 has been involved in 2 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 2 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the Signal 88 franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Signal 88 offers 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.

Signal 88 currently operates 1,645 locations (2025 FDD) (1,645 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 55.3% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 19.5%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Signal 88 is 3.8% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Signal 88 FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $1.5M (average: $2.1M).

The initial franchise agreement term for Signal 88 is 3 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 3 years.

Signal 88's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 75 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).

No, Signal 88's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Signal 88 provides 86 hours of initial training over approximately 1 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.

Signal 88 does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.