16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a The C12 Group franchise ranges from $37K to $67K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for The C12 Group is $25K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the The C12 Group 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, The C12 Group does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisThe C12 Group charges a royalty fee of 23.8% 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.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a The C12 Group franchise is approximately 23.8% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a $110/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisThe C12 Group has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the The C12 Group franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisThe C12 Group offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 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.
View full territory analysisThe C12 Group currently operates 67 locations (2025 FDD) (67 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 3.1% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 0.5%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for The C12 Group is 3.0% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisAccording to the The C12 Group FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $472K (average: $691K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for The C12 Group is 1 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 999 times for 1-year periods. The total potential term is 1000 years.
View full contract analysisThe C12 Group's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 10 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, The C12 Group's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisThe C12 Group provides 268 hours of initial training over approximately 5 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.
View full support analysisThe C12 Group 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.
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