Sit Still Kid's Salon

The monthly technology fee of $674 is substantially higher than the typical range of $165-$428 for similar franchises. What specific services and technology tools does this fee cover, and how is it justified compared to competitors?

Median unit sales of $298,000 are approximately 28% below the typical range for Health & Beauty franchises. Can you provide Item 19 details showing the breakdown by unit age, location, and franchisee experience to explain this variance?

What is the basis for the exceptionally high 3-year growth rate of 44.2%? Are these primarily new market openings, or existing franchisee expansions, and what is the unit retention rate among original franchisees?

The franchise agreement identifies 13 termination causes, below the typical 15-21 range. Which specific default categories are non-curable and allow immediate termination without opportunity to cure?

How does the binding arbitration requirement at the franchisor's headquarters location affect franchisee access to dispute resolution, and what is the average cost and duration of past arbitrations?

Can you clarify the scope and limitations of the unlimited personal guarantee requirement, particularly in community property states, and provide examples of obligations it covers beyond the franchise agreement?

The operational control clause requires exclusive purchasing from designated suppliers for multiple product categories. What are the specific pricing structures, volume discounts, and profit margins available through these suppliers compared to market alternatives?

With zero reported terminations or non-renewals to date, can you provide details on franchisee satisfaction, the actual renewal rate at contract expiration, and any franchisees who chose not to renew?

The franchise has grown from 8 to 24 units in 3 years but still reports relatively modest unit volumes. What is the growth trajectory projection for the next 3-5 years, and what factors could constrain expansion?

Are there any pending litigation cases, regulatory investigations, or complaints with state franchise regulators that are not yet reflected in the 3-year litigation summary?

Given that territory is protected but not exclusive, how does the franchisor define territory boundaries, and under what circumstances might the franchisor open competing locations within a franchisee's protected area?

The renewal fee of $7,500 represents 15% of the initial franchise fee. Are there any other renewal-related costs, including renegotiation of the franchise agreement or mandatory system updates required upon renewal?

What support and training resources are provided ongoing to franchisees, and how frequently are system standards and operational procedures updated that franchisees must implement?

Can you provide the breakdown of the 24 current units by opening year to better understand unit survival rates and the consistency of recent expansion?

What percentage of current franchisees have achieved the median gross sales figure of $297,612, and what is the range of underperforming versus outperforming units?

The non-compete clause restricts activity within 2 years and 20 miles. How is this enforced post-termination, and have there been any disputes regarding competitive activities by former franchisees?

The franchise agreement requires specific pricing approval from the franchisor for designated supplier products. How are pricing decisions determined, and does the franchisor benefit financially from these supplier relationships?

What is the average franchisee investment breakdown between the $50,000 franchise fee, real estate, build-out, inventory, and working capital, and how is this compared in Item 7 to total required investment?