16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a yorCMO franchise ranges from $14K to $117K (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 yorCMO is $17K (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 yorCMO 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, yorCMO does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisyorCMO charges a royalty fee of 7.0% 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 yorCMO franchise is approximately 7.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a $120/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisyorCMO 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 yorCMO franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisyorCMO offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Franchisees retain online sales rights for their territory.
View full territory analysisyorCMO currently operates 30 locations (2025 FDD) (29 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system grew by 15.4% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 26.0%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for yorCMO is 6.7% (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 yorCMO FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the average gross sales per unit is $126K.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for yorCMO is 5 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 5 years.
View full contract analysisyorCMO's post-termination non-compete clause lasts 2 years after termination or expiration (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, yorCMO's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisyorCMO provides 24 hours of initial training over approximately 1 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 analysisYes, yorCMO provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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