Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data
Total Investment
$62,600 – $153,500
Franchise Fee
N/A
Royalty Rate
N/A
The total initial investment to open a Dental Fix Rx franchise ranges from $62,600 to $153,500, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document.
Midpoint estimate: $108,050
Franchise fee data is not available.
Royalty Fee
N/A
Ad/Marketing Fund
N/A
| Fee Type | Rate | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Territory Area Fee | 3500.0 | FIXED | Only available with franchisor approval. Each Additional Territory Area contains approximately 50 Clinics. Purchase triggers increases in Corporate Support Fees and Marketing Contribution Fees. |
| Corporate Support Fee (CSF) | 100.0 | VARIABLE | Months 1-6: 50-250 clinics=$100/wk, 251+=$175/wk. Months 7-24: 50-250=$175/wk, 251+=$350/wk. Months 25-48: 50-250=$225/wk, 251+=$450/wk. Month 49+: 50-250=$275/wk, 251+=$550/wk. Plus $50/week per Additional Territory Area. Payable by automatic debit. Can increase up to 6% annually. |
| Marketing Contribution Fee | 40.0 | VARIABLE | 50-250 clinics=$40/week, 251+ clinics=$65/week. Plus $10/week per Additional Territory Area. Payable by automatic debit. Can increase up to 6% annually. |
| Annual Meeting Fee | 1000.0 | FIXED | Up to $1,000 for enrollment. Franchisee responsible for travel and living expenses. Applicable if franchisor holds mandatory annual meeting. |
| Transfer Fee | 15000.0 | FIXED | 50% refunded if transferee starts but doesn't complete training. No fee for transfers to trustee, guardian, executor for spouse/descendant, or to entity with identical ownership. Non-refundable otherwise. |
| Interest on Overdue Payments | 18.0 | PCT | Lesser of 18% per year or highest rate allowed by law. Applies to all overdue payments including CSFs, marketing contributions, purchases, etc. |
| Returned Check or Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | 100.0 | FIXED | Charged when Electronic Funds Transfer is not honored by bank for any reason. |
| Service Fee | 3.0 | PCT | Only if franchisor allows and franchisee chooses to pay by credit card for any fee or required payment. |
| Renewal Fee | 5000.0 | FIXED | Must also sign current franchise agreement and satisfy all renewal conditions. |
| On-Site Grand Opening Launch Training Expenses | N/A | VARIABLE | Up to 5 days on-site training at franchisor's discretion. No training fee charged but franchisee pays franchisor's travel, lodging and meal expenses. |
| Ongoing Training Fees | N/A | VARIABLE | No fee for ongoing training provided by franchisor, but franchisee responsible for travel and lodging. May require third party training at franchisee's expense. Optional training may have separate fees. |
| On-Site Operational Training | N/A | VARIABLE | If revenues fall below minimum threshold determined by franchisor, franchisor may send operational personnel. Franchisee reimburses travel, lodging, and meal expenses. |
| Small Equipment Repairs and Special Repairs | N/A | VARIABLE | For repairs not done on-site, franchisor may require use of Florida Dental Repair exclusively. |
| On-Site Technical Support and Repair Services | N/A | VARIABLE | Upon franchisee request. Franchisee also reimburses travel, lodging and meals. If franchisor can provide services, franchisee must use franchisor exclusively. |
| Training Fees for Additional Trainees | 15000.0 | FIXED | For additional trainees and new Mobile Service Center operators. Plus trainee's travel and living expenses. Mobile Service Centers must be operated by trained employees. |
| Bookkeeping Fee | 300.0 | FIXED | Optional. $300 per month base, plus $300 per additional Mobile Service Center. Can increase up to 6% annually. Includes profit/loss statements and payroll for one employee. |
| Additional Bookkeeping Fee for Partial Operating Year | 33.0 | FIXED | Currently $33 per non-operational month, maximum $50. Only if using franchisor/designated supplier for bookkeeping and tax return preparation. For businesses not operating full fiscal year. |
| Property Tax Report Filing Fee | 75.0 | FIXED | Optional. Currently $75 for designated supplier to file annual property tax report. Service may be discontinued and fee subject to change. |
| Monthly Sales Tax Return Fee | 75.0 | FIXED | Optional. Currently $75 per month for designated supplier to prepare and submit monthly sales tax returns. Service may be discontinued and fee subject to change. |
| Software License Fee | 250.0 | FIXED | For proprietary operations and financial software. $250/month base, plus $250/month per additional Mobile Service Center and $250/month per additional user. Can increase up to 6% annually. |
| GPS System Fee | 50.0 | FIXED | Up to $50 per month if franchisor requires GPS tracking system. Can increase up to 6% annually. |
| Training Cancellation Fee | 1000.0 | FIXED | Applies if franchisee cancels or reschedules initial training without providing 60 days written advance notice. |
| Re-Training Fee | 5000.0 | FIXED | Charged if franchisee or trainee does not successfully complete initial training program to franchisor's satisfaction. |
| Territory Infringement Fee | 1000.0 | VARIABLE | First violation: $1,000 plus invoice amount. Second and subsequent violations: $5,000 plus invoice amount. Due within 5 days of proof. For providing goods/services in another franchisee's territory without permission. |
| E-Mail Address Fee | 60.0 | FIXED | Currently $60, maximum $100 per email address. For addresses assigned to franchisee, Designated Principals and manager. |
| Customer Refund Reimbursement | N/A | VARIABLE | If customer contacts franchisor with complaint, franchisor may provide refund to preserve goodwill. Franchisee must reimburse franchisor upon demand. |
| Insurance Policy Coverage and Administrative Fee | N/A | VARIABLE | Only if franchisee fails to maintain required insurance and franchisor elects to obtain coverage. Franchisee pays premiums plus 20% administrative fee. |
| Resale Commission Fee | 10000.0 | FIXED | If franchisee sells business to buyer referred by franchisor (Dental Fix Referral). Franchisor markets territory for up to 6 months. Paid at closing. |
| Mutual Termination Fee | 10000.0 | FIXED | Requires 6 months prior written notice. Franchisee must also update financials, sign release, and comply with post-termination obligations. |
| Damages for Material Breach and Premature Termination | N/A | VARIABLE | If franchisor terminates for franchisee's material breach. Franchisee and Guarantors jointly liable for CSFs for remainder of term, plus other damages and fees owed. |
| Mediation Expenses | N/A | VARIABLE | Both parties share mediation costs including mediator fees and facility costs. Each pays own attorneys' fees and travel expenses. |
| Attorneys' Fees | N/A | VARIABLE | In legal action to enforce franchise agreement, substantially prevailing party may recover attorneys' fees. Judge determines prevailing party and amount. |
| Indemnification | N/A | VARIABLE | Franchisee must reimburse franchisor for costs from franchisee's operations or breach. Includes damages, attorneys' fees, expert fees, investigation costs, court costs, travel, dishonored debits, and service provider termination costs. |
Category
Business Services
Franchise Score
out of 100
Median Revenue
$457,523
per year, per location
Estimated Owner Profit
$160,133
per year
Profit Margin
35.0%
of revenue
Estimation method: benchmark
Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 0.7 years
Based on midpoint investment of $108,050 and estimated annual owner profit of $160,133.
Avg. Annual Closure Rate
18.3%
Elevated risk — above industry average
Net Unit Growth
-15 units
From 2016 to 2018
| Year | Start | Opened | Closed | Transfers | End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 108 | — | — | — | 107 |
| 2017 | 107 | — | — | — | 100 |
| 2018 | 100 | — | — | — | 93 |
Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Dental Fix Rx franchise opportunity:
Overall Score
52/100
Moderate opportunity
Est. Payback Period
0.7 yrs
Fast payback
Risk Level
High
18.3% annual closure rate
Dental Fix Rx shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. With median unit revenue of $457,523 , 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.
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