How much does it cost to open a Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise?

The total initial investment for a Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise ranges from $62,289 to $89,406. This includes the franchise fee of $25,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise?

Board & Brush Creative Studio franchisees pay a 6.0% royalty fee and a 1.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise generates $277,012 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $49,862.

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Board & Brush Creative Studio Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$62,289 – $89,406

Franchise Fee

$25,000

Royalty Rate

6.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $62,289 High: $89,406

The total initial investment to open a Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise ranges from $62,289 to $89,406, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $25,000.

Midpoint estimate: $75,848

Franchise Fee

$25,000

One-time initial fee

The Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Board & Brush Creative Studio brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

6.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

1.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 7.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Continuing Royalty Fee	6.0	PCT	Payable via ACH/electronic funds transfer on the 5th day of the calendar month for gross revenues of the prior month. If no revenue reported, 120% of last Continuing Royalty Fee collected and settled next period.
Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising	250.0	FIXED	After first 90 days. During first 90 days, required to spend at least $1,200-$2,100 on grand opening marketing activities, including minimum $1,200 on branded promotional materials. Payable to third-party suppliers. All advertising must be approved by franchisor.
Brand Fund Contribution	1.0	PCT	Subject to increases not to exceed 3% of monthly Gross Revenue. Payable via ACH/electronic funds transfer on the 5th day of the calendar month for gross revenues of the prior month. If no revenue reported, 120% of last Brand Fund Fee collected and settled next period.
Advertising Cooperative	N/A	VARIABLE	No cooperatives established as of FDD date. Required to join if one is formed. Contributions credited against required local advertising expenditures. Due as determined by cooperative.
Late Charge	75.0	FIXED	Charged for each late submission of Continuing Royalty Fee, Brand Fund Fee, or Gross Revenue report, in addition to interest charges.
Interest Charge	1.5	PCT	1.5% per month from due date, or maximum allowed by law. Charged on any amount not paid when due until payment received.
Non-Sufficient Funds Fee	50.0	FIXED	Charged when check is returned or electronic funds transfer denied for insufficient funds.
Renewal Fee	2000.0	FIXED	Due before signing renewal agreement. Payable to franchisor.
Transfer Fee	75.0	PCT	Standard transfer: 75% of then-current initial franchise fee. Existing franchisee in good standing: 50%. Entity owned/controlled by franchisee: $2,500. Spouse/parent/child upon death/disability: $3,500. Due before transfer approval.
Initial Training	N/A	FIXED	No charge for initial training of up to 2 people. Key personnel training: $500 per person. Franchisee pays all travel and related expenses (airfare, transportation, hotel, food) for all trainees. Takes place in Hartland, Wisconsin.
Additional Training	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee pays reasonable fee for additional training programs plus all travel and related expenses. May be required for up to 3 days per year. May also require attendance at national business meeting or annual convention for up to 3 days per year.
Remedial Training Fee	250.0	FIXED	Current per diem rate is $250 per day plus travel and other expenses (airfare, transportation, hotel, meals). Imposed if franchisee requests additional training or is operating below standards.
Liquidated Damages	200.0	FIXED	Payable for lost revenues if franchisee fails to open for business within the time period required by Franchise Agreement.
Examination of Books and Records	N/A	VARIABLE	If audit reveals understatement of Gross Revenue by 2% or more, franchisee pays cost of audit, travel and related expenses, plus repays monies owed and interest.
Evaluation Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	For inspection and testing of proposed item or vendor. Payable to franchisor.
Quality Review Services	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisor may establish quality assurance programs (e.g., mystery shop programs, periodic quality audits). Payable to third-party providers.
Technology Fees	50.0	FIXED	Approximately $50 per month, subject to increase. Regularly recurring fees for software, Internet access, license fees, help desk fees, user-based fees for franchise portal or benchmarking platform. Payable to third-party providers.
Indemnification	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee must indemnify and hold franchisor, affiliates, officers, directors, agents and employees harmless from claims, losses, costs, expenses, liability and damages arising from business operations, including attorneys' fees.
Reimbursement of Cost and Expenses for Non-compliance	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee reimburses franchisor for costs and expenses to correct deficiencies or to modify, alter or de-identify the Franchised Business location.
Reimbursement of legal fees and expenses	N/A	VARIABLE	Incurred for franchisee's failure to pay amounts when due or failure to comply with Franchise Agreement. Payable to franchisor.
Confidential Operating Manual Replacement Fee	100.0	FIXED	$100, or franchisor's then-current fee. Paid to franchisor.
Insurance	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee reimburses franchisor for any insurance costs and other fees incurred due to franchisee's failure to meet insurance obligations.
Taxes	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee reimburses franchisor for any taxes franchisor must pay to taxing authority on account of operation of Franchised Business or payments made to franchisor, including sales taxes or income taxes.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$277,012

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$49,862

per year

Profit Margin

18.0%

of revenue

Estimation method: benchmark

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 1.5 years

Based on midpoint investment of $75,848 and estimated annual owner profit of $49,862.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

N/A

Net Unit Growth

+100 units

From 2014 to 2017

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2014	—	—	—	—	—
2015	—	—	—	—	—
2016	—	—	—	—	—
2017	—	+100	—	—	100

Is a Board & Brush Creative Studio Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Board & Brush Creative Studio franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

69/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

1.5 yrs

Fast payback

Risk Level

N/A

Insufficient data

Board & Brush Creative Studio shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. With median unit revenue of $277,012 and a combined fee burden of 7.0% of gross revenue, prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.