About Foot Solutions Franchise
Foot Solutions is a specialty retail franchise focused on personalized footwear, orthotics, and foot wellness products.
The brand has been franchising since 2000 under its parent company Foot Solutions Holdings Corp.
Each store offers professional foot assessments, custom arch supports, and a curated selection of comfort and performance footwear from leading brands.
Foot Solutions Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $29,500.00 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of weekly Net Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | The greater of 2% of monthly Net Sales or $500 per month | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $121,300 – $194,800 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $121K–$195K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of weekly Net Sales) and marketing fee (The greater of 2% of monthly Net Sales or $500 per month) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $29,500 | $29,500 |
| Equipment | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $50,000 | $80,000 |
| Real Estate (Leasehold Improvements) | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Signage | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening and Initial Advertising | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Fixtures | $5,000 | $8,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses for Training | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Liability Insurance | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| POS System | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| Additional Funds | $3,500 | $8,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | approx. $200 monthly recurring for POS System |
| Audit Fee | Costs and expenses of the audit |
| Additional In-Store Training | $300 per day to cover cost of field person |
| Late Charge | $100 |
| Interest | 12% per annum or the highest rate allowed by law, whichever is less |
| Third-party vendors | Pass-through of costs, plus reasonable administrative charge. |
| Indemnification | Our costs and losses from any legal action related to the operation of your franchise |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 80 Total Training Hours |
| Classroom Training | 64.50 |
| On-the-Job Training | 15.5 |
| Training Location | Corporate Headquarters located in Atlanta, GA; Corporate Retail Facility in Alpharetta, GA; Academy of Pedorthic Science Training Center located in Atlanta, GA; Foot Solutions Online University; Online training provided by Vendor |
| Additional Training | Additional in-store field training is available for $300 per day. Free web-based training for employees, including certified shoe fitting courses, is offered. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | approximately 100,000 people |
| Description | The Franchise Agreement designates an area for the franchisee to obtain an approved site for their Store. Once approved, a "designated territory" of approximately 100,000 people is granted. This territory is usually defined as a 3 to 5-mile radius or a specific postal code, though deviations may occur based on demographics and other variables. The franchisee has the right to operate a single Store within this protected territory, and the franchisor will not establish other Foot Solutions Stores within it as long as the franchisee is in compliance. The franchisee does not have rights to other channels of distribution (internet, catalog sales, direct marketing, etc.) within the territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years from the date of execution of the Franchise Agreement |
| Renewal Term | 1 additional term of 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice of election to renew (6-12 months); pay the then current franchise fee; renovation; sign new Franchise Agreement (which may have materially different terms and conditions as the original agreement); meet training requirements; and sign release. |
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | All monetary obligations paid; all existing defaults cured; general release executed; copy of purchase agreement provided; transferee meets qualifications; transferee executes current franchise agreement; transfer fee paid; transferee completes training; compliance with post-term provisions; transferee obtains necessary licenses/permits; transfer complies with applicable laws; purchase price/terms not burdensome; approval not waiver of claims; franchisor can disclose revenue reports; franchisee executes non-compete; franchisor may withhold/condition consent. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for breaches of the Franchise Agreement if the franchisee fails to remedy the breach within 10 or 30 days of written notice. Specific grounds include insolvency, unauthorized transfer, selling unapproved products, criminal acts, fraud, misrepresentation, failure to complete training, repeated breaches, misuse of licensed marks/confidential information, health/safety code violations, in-term restrictive covenant violations, liens, and abandonment. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months from the termination or expiration of the Franchise Agreement |
| Non-Compete Details | Franchisee may not engage in a Competitive Business in their former Territory, within 10 miles of the location of any other Foot Solutions Franchisee as of the termination date (same restrictions apply after transfer). |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or their principal owner must faithfully, honestly, and diligently perform obligations under the Franchise Agreement. A designated manager may supervise day-to-day activities, but the franchisee, principal owner, or designated manager must dedicate full time and best efforts to the management and operation of the business. The initial designated manager must successfully complete initial training. If a manager's employment is terminated, a new manager must be designated and trained. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase initial inventory, store fixtures, build-out materials (slat wall, counter, seating, display fixtures), equipment (shoe stretchers, grinders, modification tools), and certain primary inventory items and supplies from approved vendors. SRN is the exclusive supplier of custom and premade inserts. Franchisees must also purchase the Foot Solutions Technology system and the required Point of Sale System from approved vendors. |
| Supply Restrictions | All Foot Solutions branded or exclusive products, and products identified as Primary Core Products, must be carried by the store and purchased from an approved supplier. Franchisees may only purchase and sell products and services approved by Foot Solutions and listed on the approved vendor list. Approval for new items or suppliers requires notification, samples, and information on the supplier's financial condition and business reputation. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | No revenue derived in most recently concluded fiscal year, but franchisor has the right to do so. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer you direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligations. |
Foot Solutions Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Foot Solutions 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.
Foot Solutions Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Foot Solutions System Growth
Foot Solutions currently operates 46 franchised locations and 6 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 14 | 53 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | 52 |
Transfers: 2 | Closures: 15
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by AGL CPA Group, LLC for year ending December 31.
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