About Clearview Franchise
Clearview Franchising is a business services franchise that has been offering opportunities since 2022.
The brand provides consulting, marketing, or operational support services to businesses and organizations.
Clearview offers multiple franchise tiers to match different investment levels and business goals, with options for startup, director, and magnate level agencies.
Clearview Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$15K
Average Investment
$60K
Maximum Investment
$105K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | Varies by agency type: $10,000 (Startup), $15,000 (Director), $20,000 (Magnate) | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | Varies by agency type and policy type: 20-40% of Sales Commissions for New/Renewal Policies, 50% for Commercial/Life/Health/Financial Policies of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Sales Commissions for Brand Development Fund (not currently assessed); 2% of Sales Commissions for Local Marketing (minimum spend) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $14,900 – $105,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $15K–$105K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (Varies by agency type and policy type: 20-40% of Sales Commissions for New/Renewal Policies, 50% for Commercial/Life/Health/Financial Policies) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Sales Commissions for Brand Development Fund (not currently assessed); 2% of Sales Commissions for Local Marketing (minimum spend)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $0 | $20,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $15,000 |
| Lease Deposits – Three Months | $0 | $10,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $0 | $3,000 |
| Signage | $0 | $5,000 |
| Computer, Software and Business Management System | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $500 | $2,500 |
| Initial Inventory | $500 | $1,500 |
| Utility Deposits | $300 | $800 |
| Insurance Deposits – Three Months | $100 | $300 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $0 | $3,000 |
| Professional Fees | $500 | $3,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $0 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months | $10,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $25,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $12,500 |
| Technology Fee | Up to $500 per month (not currently charged) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit (if underreporting of 2% or greater) |
| Monthly Access Fee | Clearview Magnate: $400 per month ($100 for first 12 months); Clearview Director: $200 per month ($100 for first 12 months); Clearview Startup: $0 per month |
| Business Management System | Currently $250 per month plus $120 per additional user per month |
| Minimum Quarterly Sales Commissions | The difference between your quarterly Sales Commissions and the Minimum Quarterly Sales Commissions (not currently assessed) |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | As established by cooperative members |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Not greater than $1,500 |
| Post-Term Payment Royalty | Applicable Royalty Rate for 24 months following termination or expiration |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Currently $300 per person per day |
| Supplemental On-Site Training | Currently $300 per day per trainer, plus expenses |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Quality Assurance Audit | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Collections | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Non-Compliance | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Supplier Review | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Management Service | Actual costs incurred by us |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 30-day period |
| Classroom Training | 37.5 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 6 hours |
| Training Location | Remotely and/or at your Agency Location or as otherwise designated by us. |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may require supplemental on-site training (currently $300 per trainer per day plus expenses) and annual conference attendance (not exceeding $1,500). Initial training for replacement Operating Managers is also required ($300 per person per day). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | Franchisee is granted the right to operate from a home office or an approved office location. No exclusive or protected territory is granted. Franchisees may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned businesses, or other distribution channels controlled by the franchisor. Marketing restrictions may apply in areas with other active franchisees. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | One additional 10-year term |
| Renewal Fee | $12,500 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in compliance with the Franchise Agreement, provide 180 days prior written notice, sign the then-current Franchise Agreement and related agreements, sign a general release, meet Minimum Sales Commissions, remodel/upgrade the Agency, secure legal right to occupy premises, and meet all other renewal requirements. Owners and spouses must also guarantee the new agreement. |
| Transfer Fee | $25,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Requires franchisor's prior written consent (which may be withheld). Conditions include: 30 days prior written notice, no defaults, transferee agrees to be bound by agreement, transferee's owners/spouses guarantee, franchisee/owners/spouses sign general release, assignment of approved location/assets, transferee/managers complete training, payment of transfer fee, franchisor approval of transfer terms, transferee employees sign confidentiality, subordination of franchisee financing, and compliance with all applicable laws. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various defaults. Automatic termination without cure period for bankruptcy, insolvency, or repeated curable defaults. Immediate termination with written notice (no cure) for intentional non-compliance, fraud, abandonment, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, felony conviction, dishonest conduct, or violation of Anti-Terrorism Laws. 10-day cure period for failure to pay fees. 30-day cure period for failure to secure/open location, operational non-compliance, failure to meet sales commissions, or insurance failure. |
| Non-Compete Period | During term: indefinite. Post-term: 24 months. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and owners cannot be involved in any competitive business (except for <3% interest in publicly traded company) and must comply with confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation covenants. After termination or expiration, for 24 months, they cannot be involved in any competing business within the United States and must comply with confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation covenants. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or their designated Managing Owner must be personally responsible for the management and overall supervision of the Agency. A Managing Owner must own at least 25% equity. An Operating Manager may be hired for day-to-day on-site operations, provided they meet franchisor's criteria, complete training, and sign a confidentiality agreement. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase System Supplies (merchandise, inventory, products, supplies, goods, displays, equipment, furniture, fixtures) from franchisor, its affiliates, and/or designated suppliers. Specific categories include furniture/fixtures, signage, Business Management System (EZLynx), credit card processing, branded items, marketing materials, and insurance. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor may designate itself or its affiliates as exclusive suppliers for source-restricted goods and services, or a third party as the sole and exclusive supplier, irrespective of competing suppliers. Franchisee must obtain approval for non-designated suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor and/or its affiliates may receive rebates, payments, and other material benefits from suppliers based on franchisee purchases in the future. As of the FDD issuance date, franchisor has not received revenue from suppliers from franchisee purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation. |
Clearview Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Clearview does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Clearview does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Clearview Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordClearview has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Clearview System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Clearview currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 23 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, NC, ND, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Clearview Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Clearview franchise ranges from $14,900 to $105,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of Varies by agency type: $10,000 (Startup), $15,000 (Director), $20,000 (Magnate). The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Clearview charges a royalty fee of Varies by agency type and policy type: 20-40% of Sales Commissions for New/Renewal Policies, 50% for Commercial/Life/Health/Financial Policies of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Sales Commissions for Brand Development Fund (not currently assessed); 2% of Sales Commissions for Local Marketing (minimum spend) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Clearview Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Clearview to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Clearview does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Clearview has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $14,900-$105,100, a Varies by agency type and policy type: 20-40% of Sales Commissions for New/Renewal Policies, 50% for Commercial/Life/Health/Financial Policies royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is Varies by agency type: $10,000 (Startup), $15,000 (Director), $20,000 (Magnate) and the total investment ranges from $14,900 to $105,100 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $10,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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