About Fireside Franchise
Fireside RV Rental is a recreational vehicle rental management franchise that has been offering opportunities since 2022.
With a franchise fee of $35,000, the brand provides entrepreneurs with a business model centered on managing camper and RV rentals for vehicle owners and serving the growing community of outdoor recreation enthusiasts.
The Fireside RV Rental concept operates as a management company, coordinating rentals between RV owners and travelers seeking road trip adventures.
Fireside Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$38K
Average Investment
$59K
Maximum Investment
$80K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% on Gross Sales up to $100,000, 8% on Gross Sales up to $200,000, 7% on Gross Sales up to $300,000, 6% on Gross Sales up to $400,000, 5% on Gross Sales over $400,000 with a maximum of $49,000 per calendar year. Increased to 25% if Additional Franchisee Service is elected. of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | As determined by co-op. Currently, we do not have any cooperatives. Maximum contribution 5% of gross sales. Dues will not be less than 1% of gross sales. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $38,350 – $80,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $38K–$80K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% on Gross Sales up to $100,000, 8% on Gross Sales up to $200,000, 7% on Gross Sales up to $300,000, 6% on Gross Sales up to $400,000, 5% on Gross Sales over $400,000 with a maximum of $49,000 per calendar year. Increased to 25% if Additional Franchisee Service is elected.) and marketing fee (As determined by co-op. Currently, we do not have any cooperatives. Maximum contribution 5% of gross sales. Dues will not be less than 1% of gross sales.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial franchise fee (See Note 1) | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Rent and Lease Security Deposit (see Note 2) | $0 | $2,500 |
| Vehicle & Trailers lease or purchase (see Note 3) | $0 | $30,000 |
| Utilities (see Note 2) | $500 | $800 |
| Computer Systems (see Note 4) | $650 | $1,400 |
| Insurance | $500 | $2,500 |
| Signage (see Note 2) | $100 | $1,000 |
| Office Expenses (see Note 2) | $50 | $100 |
| Licenses and Permits (see Note 5) | $0 | $300 |
| Dues and Subscriptions | $250 | $1,000 |
| Professional Fees (lawyer, accountant, etc.) | $300 | $1,000 |
| Additional funds (for first 3 months) (see Note 6) | $1,000 | $4,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Audit Fee | Our actual costs |
| Platform Fee | 10% of Gross Sales (up to a maximum of 25%) per rental. Increased to 15% if Additional Franchisee Service is elected. |
| Reimbursement | Amount that we spend on your behalf, within 7 days of invoice |
| Costs of collection | Our actual costs, as incurred |
| Renter or RV owner response time and complaint and chargeback resolution | $100 per hour and any expenses incurred by us, on demand |
| Special inspection fee | Currently $600, plus our out-of-pocket costs, on demand |
| Non-compliance cure costs and fee | Our out-of-pocket costs and internal cost allocation, plus 10%, when billed |
| Indemnity | Our costs and losses from any legal action related to the operation of your franchise, on demand |
| Prevailing party’s legal costs | Our attorney fees, court costs, and other expenses of a legal proceeding, if we are the prevailing party, on demand |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 19 hours |
| Classroom Training | 19 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 hours |
| Training Location | Virtual Training Program |
| Additional Training | Coaching calls will be led by Stacy Maxon. Franchisees will meet weekly with Stacy or another appointed instructor to review the online training that the franchisee participated in that week. Coaching calls will be 30 minutes and will last 4-6 weeks depending on the experience and needs of the franchisee. These meetings will take place through Zoom. We do not currently require additional training programs or refresher courses, but we have the right to do so. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Approximately 50,000 people |
| Description | Your Protected Territory will be based upon the demographics and population of the area in which you wish to locate your Business. A standard territory for a location will normally contain a population of approximately 50,000 people. We will use U.S. census data and other marketing data in doing so. The Franchise Location and Protected Territory will be identified on the cover page of the Franchise Agreement. To maintain your exclusive territory, you must achieve a minimum of 15 RV rentals under contract by the end of the first year, 20 RV rentals by the end of the second year, and 25 RV rentals each year thereafter. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Up to 2 additional 5-year terms |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, you must give advance notice (90-180 days prior to term end); be in compliance with all contractual obligations; renovate to then-current standards; sign then-current form of franchise agreement and related documents (including personal guaranty); and execute a general release (unless prohibited by applicable law). |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Proposed assignee and owners must complete franchise application processes, meet franchisor standards, be approved, and not be a Competitor. Assignee executes current franchise agreement and related documents (no initial franchise fee). All owners provide a guaranty. Franchisee must have paid all monetary obligations and be in compliance with agreements. Assignee and employees undergo required training. Franchisee, owners, and transferee execute a general release. Business fully complies with System Standards (including resolving pending rental disputes/chargebacks and refurbishing/repairing RVs). A transfer fee of $5,000 is paid, waived for convenience of ownership transfers. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate with 10-day cure for non-payment. With 30-day cure for other breaches. Without cure period for misrepresentation, false reports, bankruptcy, failure to open by deadline, loss of location, material violation of compliance with laws, confidentiality, non-compete, or transfer articles, abandonment of business for 5+ days, slandering franchisor, refusal to cooperate with audit/inspection, operating in a manner dangerous to health/safety (if not cured in 48 hours), two or more defaults in 12 months, termination of other agreements, felony conviction, or failure to meet minimum performance requirements. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the Agreement and for two years after termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, neither Franchisee, any Owner, nor any spouse of an Owner ('Restricted Parties') shall directly or indirectly have any ownership interest in, lend money or provide financial assistance to, provide any services to, or be employed by, any Competitor. Post-term, for two years, no Restricted Party shall engage in such activities within thirty miles of Franchisee’s Territory or the territory of any other Fireside RV Rental business operating on the date of termination or transfer. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | You are not required to participate personally in the direct operation of your business, but it is recommended. If the franchisee is a legal entity, a 'Principal Executive' must be designated, owning at least 10% of the business, primarily responsible for its operations, and completing initial training. The Principal Executive must devote substantial time and attention to the Business. On-site supervision can be by the Principal Executive or a trained general manager. If requested, the general manager and spouse must sign confidentiality and non-compete agreements. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee shall acquire all Inputs required by Fireside RV Franchising from time to time in accordance with System Standards. Fireside RV Franchising may require Franchisee to purchase or lease any Inputs from Fireside RV Franchising, Fireside RV Franchising’s designee, Required Vendors, Approved Vendors, and/or under Fireside RV Franchising’s specifications. You must use our websites. You must purchase Whiparound software. You must use a vehicle and trailer appropriate for your business. |
| Supply Restrictions | We may require you to buy (or lease) and use an accounting platform such as QuickBooks and backend office templates and marketing tools. We may require you to purchase specific items, fixtures, the vehicle, trailers and other items used or sold in the operation of the franchised business according to our standards and specifications or through us, our affiliates or third-party suppliers which we have approved. At this time, we have no such requirements but may introduce such requirements in the future upon notice to you. You must use our websites. If you want to use an alternate website or social media site you must request our approval in writing. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Currently none, but franchisor reserves the right to derive revenue from suppliers in the future. |
Fireside Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$2K
Sample Size
37 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Fireside Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordFireside 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.
Fireside System Growth
Total Units
37
Franchised
37
Company-Owned
0
Fireside currently operates 37 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 17 | 1 | 18 |
| 2023 | 8 | 1 | 25 |
| 2024 | 12 | 0 | 37 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 2
State Registrations
Registered in 5 states: CA, MD, MN, SD, VA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$706K
Net Income
$424K
Total Assets
$677K
Audited by Omar Alnuaimi, CPA for year ending December 31, 2024.
Fireside Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Fireside franchise ranges from $38,350 to $80,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Fireside charges a royalty fee of 10% on Gross Sales up to $100,000, 8% on Gross Sales up to $200,000, 7% on Gross Sales up to $300,000, 6% on Gross Sales up to $400,000, 5% on Gross Sales over $400,000 with a maximum of $49,000 per calendar year. Increased to 25% if Additional Franchisee Service is elected. of gross sales, plus a As determined by co-op. Currently, we do not have any cooperatives. Maximum contribution 5% of gross sales. Dues will not be less than 1% of gross sales. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Fireside 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 Fireside to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Fireside franchise owners report average revenue of $2K. This is based on a sample of 37 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Fireside has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $38,350-$80,100, a 10% on Gross Sales up to $100,000, 8% on Gross Sales up to $200,000, 7% on Gross Sales up to $300,000, 6% on Gross Sales up to $400,000, 5% on Gross Sales over $400,000 with a maximum of $49,000 per calendar year. Increased to 25% if Additional Franchisee Service is elected. royalty, and includes an 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 $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $38,350 to $80,100 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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