The Alternative Board (TAB) charges a royalty fee of 20.0% of gross sales (2024 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 The Alternative Board (TAB) franchise is approximately 24.0% of gross sales (2024 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 4.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $20/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

The Alternative Board (TAB) has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2024 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the The Alternative Board (TAB) franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2024 FDD).

The Alternative Board (TAB) offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2024 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.

The Alternative Board (TAB) currently operates 111 locations (2024 FDD) (101 franchised, 11 company-owned). The system contracted by 11.9% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -7.9%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for The Alternative Board (TAB) is 18.3% (2024 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

The initial franchise agreement term for The Alternative Board (TAB) is 7 years (2024 FDD). The total potential term is 7 years.

The Alternative Board (TAB)'s post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former location (2024 FDD).

Yes, The Alternative Board (TAB)'s franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2024 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

The Alternative Board (TAB) provides 128 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (2024 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.

The Alternative Board (TAB) does not provide site selection assistance (2024 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.