Dealer Specialties International, Inc.
Franchise Fee Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee (Item 5)
FDD Item 5Franchise Fee
$10K
Paid at signing, before opening
Industry Average
$47K
Automotive sector avg (89 franchises)
Ongoing Royalty & Advertising Fees (Item 6)
FDD Item 6Royalty Rate
The greater of $100 per Dealer Lot or total Label Fees, Clipping Fees and Photo Production Fees
Paid on gross sales, ongoing
Ad Fund / Marketing Fee
3¢ per unique VIN uploaded and processed
Contributed to brand advertising fund
Combined Ongoing Fee Impact
On a hypothetical $500,000 annual revenue unit, a franchisee would pay approximately royalties plus ad fund contributions each year, in addition to the initial franchise fee. These are separate from other operating costs and the initial investment.
Renewal Fee (Item 10)
FDD Item 10Renewal Fee
Not disclosed
Paid to renew the franchise agreement
Renewal fee not separately itemized in this FDD. Review the full franchise agreement for renewal terms and any applicable fees.
Transfer Fee (Item 17)
FDD Item 17Transfer Fee
Not disclosed
Charged when selling or transferring your franchise to a new owner
Transfer fee not itemized in this FDD. Contact the franchisor directly for current transfer terms.
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Data shown is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document filed with state regulators. Fees, investment ranges, and other terms may have changed since this filing. Always request the current FDD directly from the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This information is not financial, legal, or investment advice. Full disclaimer.