That 1 Painter

The monthly technology fee of $825 is significantly higher than typical for home service franchises. What specific technology services and tools does this fee cover, and are there any options to reduce or modify this cost?

With a 3-year CAGR of 103.8%, how has the franchisor managed such rapid expansion, and what quality control measures are in place to maintain operational standards across the rapidly growing unit base?

The Support & Training score of 65 is below the typical range for this category. What initial training is provided, and what ongoing support resources are available to new franchisees?

Can you provide details on the 6 total closures/terminations recorded from 2022-2024? What were the primary reasons for these exits, and were any related to performance issues or franchisor enforcement?

The Financial Performance score of 64 exceeds the typical range. Can you clarify which units contributed to the Item 19 financial data, and how representative are the median sales figures ($555,678) of a typical franchisee's performance?

What are the specific Minimum Performance Standards referenced in the franchise agreement, and what happens if a franchisee fails to meet these standards during their initial term?

Given the 2-year/25-mile non-compete clause, how does the franchisor enforce these restrictions, and are there any documented cases of franchisees violating these post-termination covenants?

The agreement lists 21 non-curable default events. Can you provide the complete list of these events, and clarify which actions result in immediate termination without opportunity to cure?

Late payment penalties are $50 plus 1.5% monthly interest (18% annually). How often do franchisees incur these fees, and is there flexibility in payment terms during seasonal business fluctuations?

With exclusive territories guaranteed, how does the franchisor define and protect territory boundaries, and what recourse exists if the franchisor places another painter within the protected radius?

Can you explain the rationale for the System Health score of 85 being above the typical range, and what metrics drove this elevated score?

Transfer fees are $11,800, and the agreement allows transfers with franchisor approval. What are the approval criteria, and can a franchisee transfer their unit to a family member without full approval requirements?

The Risk Factors score of 78 is above the typical range. What specific risk factors contributed to this score, and how might they impact franchisee profitability?

Personal guaranties are required from both the franchisee and spouse. Are there any options to limit personal liability, or can spouses be released from these guaranties if they're not involved in operations?

Given the rapid growth from 32 to 271 units in 3 years, are there geographic saturation concerns in any markets, and how does the franchisor address potential encroachment as the system expands?

What is included in the renewal process, and are there any fee increases or contract modifications typically proposed at the time of renewal?

The termination clause specifies a 10-day cure for payment defaults. If payment is made on day 11, can the franchisor still proceed with termination, or is there a grace period beyond the cure deadline?

Are there any advertising or marketing requirements beyond the 2.0% ad fund contribution, and how is the ad fund spent on behalf of franchisees?