16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a The Entrepreneur's Source franchise ranges from $114K to $133K (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 Entrepreneur's Source is $75K (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 Entrepreneur's Source 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, The Entrepreneur's Source does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisThe Entrepreneur's Source charges a royalty fee of 25.0% 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.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a The Entrepreneur's Source franchise is approximately 25.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a $150/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisThe Entrepreneur's Source has been involved in 2 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the The Entrepreneur's Source franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisThe Entrepreneur's Source offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisThe Entrepreneur's Source currently operates 236 locations (2025 FDD) (236 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 26.9% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 16.8%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for The Entrepreneur's Source is 5.9% (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 Entrepreneur's Source FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $103K (average: $131K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for The Entrepreneur's Source is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisThe Entrepreneur's Source's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 50 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, The Entrepreneur's Source's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisThe Entrepreneur's Source provides 282 hours of initial training over approximately 26 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisThe Entrepreneur's Source 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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