About Journey Payroll & Franchise
Journey Payroll and HR is a business services franchise operated by Journey Franchising LLC out of Colorado.
The brand provides payroll processing, human resources support, and workforce management solutions to small and mid sized businesses that need professional HR services without the cost of a full in house department.
The franchise fee ranges from $33,000 to $70,000, and the service based model generates recurring revenue through ongoing payroll and HR service contracts.
Journey Payroll & Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$79K
Average Investment
$100K
Maximum Investment
$122K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $33,000 to $70,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2.25% of monthly Gross Revenue (2) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $78,575 – $121,650 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $79K–$122K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.0%) and marketing fee (2.25% of monthly Gross Revenue (2)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee(1) | $70,000 | $70,000 |
| Initial Telephone System Costs(2) | $75 | $750 |
| Email Communications and Technical Assistance(3) | $0 | $400 |
| Training Expenses(4) | $0 | $2,000 |
| Computers and Office Equipment; Furniture(5) | $1,000 | $7,000 |
| Rent (3 months)(6) | $0 | $15,000 |
| Marketing Materials(7) | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Paper Inventory(8) | $250 | $1,000 |
| General and Professional Liability, Worker’s Compensation, and Cyber Security Insurance(9) | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Licenses, Permits and Professional Fees(10) | $250 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months(11) | $2,500 | $15,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT(12) | $78,575 | $121,650 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Technology Fee | $2.00 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if you understate your Gross Revenue by 1% or more, fail to submit |
| Social Marketing Fee | $295 |
| Payroll Tax Service Charges | $16 |
| Payroll Service Processing | $50 |
| End of Year Processing Fee | $21 |
| Check Impounding Administration Fee | $1 |
| Finance Charge | Lesser of 1.5% per month or the highest interest rate allowable by law |
| Tax Amendment Fees | $350 |
| Email Communications and Technical Assistance (4) | $60 |
| Shipping Fee | $4.25 |
| Local Number Call Forwarding | $10 |
| HRNow | $4 |
| Interest | Lesser of 18% per annum or highest rate allowed by law. |
| Initial Telephone System Costs(2) | $75 |
| Email Communications and Technical Assistance(3) | $0 |
| Training Expenses(4) | $0 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | As provided in the then-current Franchise Agreement. |
| Termination for Cause | We can terminate only if you commit any one of several listed violations. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Journey Payroll & Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Journey Payroll & 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.
Journey Payroll & 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.
Journey Payroll & Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordJourney Payroll & 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.
Journey Payroll & System Growth
Total Units
3
Franchised
3
Company-Owned
0
Journey Payroll & currently operates 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 1 | ||
| 2020 | 3 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | 3 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 5 |
Journey Payroll & Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Journey Payroll & franchise ranges from $78,575 to $121,650, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $33,000 to $70,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Journey Payroll & charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales, plus a 2.25% of monthly Gross
Revenue (2) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Journey Payroll & 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 Journey Payroll & to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Journey Payroll & 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.
Journey Payroll & has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $78,575-$121,650, a 5.0% 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 $33,000 to $70,000 and the total investment ranges from $78,575 to $121,650 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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