About IA Franchise
Intelligent Assistant is a business services franchise providing virtual office solutions and live reception services to companies of all sizes.
With 45 franchise locations, the brand helps businesses project a professional image through dedicated phone answering, virtual addresses, and administrative support without the cost of traditional office space and staff.
The franchise model serves a growing demand as more businesses embrace remote and hybrid work arrangements.
IA Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$500
Average Investment
$173K
Maximum Investment
$346K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000, | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $500 – $345,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $500–$346K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| When Due Payment is to Payment Low High be Paid Upon Signing Initial Franchise F | $49,500 | $49,500 |
| Lump sum Franchise IA Agreement Upon Signing DSS Fee | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Lump sum Franchise IA Agreement Professional Fees and | $5,500 | $12,500 |
| As agreed As agreed Third Parties Other Legal Fees Leasehold Improvements/Low Vo | $0 | $60,000 |
| As agreed As agreed Third Parties Cabling/Access Control Architectural Services | $0 | $15,000 |
| As agreed As agreed Third Parties Designated Furniture, IA or its Fixture & Equi | $50,000 | $75,000 |
| Initial Marketing IA or its | $35,000 | $55,000 |
| On the Job | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Event | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Installments As agreed Third Parties Office And Kitchen | $500 | $1,000 |
| days Pre-Opening Staff, before Salaries, Travel, construction Accommodations, | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| business Third-Party Specific | $1,000 | $3,500 |
| When Due Payment is to Payment Low High be Paid Insurance Deposits and | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Site Lease Deposit | $0 | $36,000 |
| Suppliers and | $10,000 | $50,000 |
| YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT MULTI-UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT Amount Method | $99,500 | $99,500 |
| Initial Investment for Per Table Per Table the First IA | $118,500 | $345,500 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Item 10 of the Disclosure Document is amended to add: “We do not offer direct financing to you, however, if offered in the future, we will comply with all appropriate laws governing any direct financing offered by us to you including, if applicable, the California Financing Law.” |
IA Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$115K – $115K
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
IA Litigation & Risk Flags
2 Pending Actions ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Bankruptcy History DisclosedA bankruptcy disclosure is present in this FDD.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
IA System Growth
Total Units
45
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
45
IA currently operates 0 franchised locations and 45 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
IA Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a IA franchise ranges from $500 to $345,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000,. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
IA charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the IA 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 IA to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, IA franchise owners report . Past performance does not guarantee future results.
IA has been franchising since 1987. The FDD shows an investment range of $500-$345,500, a N/A royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 2 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $25,000, and the total investment ranges from $500 to $345,500 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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