About Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 Franchise
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising provides a franchise opportunity to own and operate pediatric therapy centers delivering Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), speech therapy, and occupational therapy services for children with developmental disabilities.
The franchise fee is $49,500, and the brand has been franchising since 2022.
Centers serve children generally between eighteen months and six years of age, offering a comprehensive array of therapeutic services delivered by qualified, licensed professionals.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$209K
Average Investment
$439K
Maximum Investment
$669K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 3% of Gross Revenue (currently not collected), plus $300 per quarter local advertising requirement | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $209,450 – $669,120 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $209K–$669K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Up to 3% of Gross Revenue (currently not collected), plus $300 per quarter local advertising requirement) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | $49,500 |
| Onboarding Services Fee | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Training Expenses | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $100,000 |
| Professional Photography Fee | $500 | $1,000 |
| EMR Services | $850 | $3,320 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Signage | $2,000 | $15,000 |
| Technology | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Rent (3 months) | $15,000 | $45,000 |
| Security Deposit | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Utilities | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Office Supplies | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising Expenditure | $5,500 | $5,500 |
| Local Advertising Requirement | $300 | $300 |
| Software | $4,500 | $9,000 |
| Insurance | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Staffing and Payroll Costs | $40,000 | $150,000 |
| Therapy Materials | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Credentialing Services | $7,800 | $20,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $15,000 | $125,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 plus our costs |
| Renewal Fee | $3,000 |
| Technology Fee | $50 per month for 3 accounts, plus our costs for each additional account |
| Audit Fee | All amounts shown to be due plus interest on such amounts and all costs to us of conducting the audit |
| Billing Fee | $70 per month, plus 4% of claims collected by EBS |
| Electronic Medical Records (EMR) | $70 per user per month |
| Cooperative Advertising | As approved by a majority vote of the members of the cooperative |
| BCBA Support Fee | $2,500 per week plus travel and lodging expenses |
| Additional Training Fee | $500 per day, plus costs and expenses of travel, including room and board and wages |
| Convention Fee | $500 per attendee |
| Interest | 18% per annum |
| Non-Compliance Fee | $50 for a first infraction, $250 for subsequent infractions, plus reasonable compensation and our costs and expenses, including travel and lodging incurred in performing follow-up inspections |
| Indemnification | Amount of claims plus costs of defense |
| Reimbursement | Amounts we expend on your behalf to cover payments due from you to third parties plus an administrative charge of 10% of such amounts |
| Management Fee | 5% of your Gross Revenue while we manage your business |
| Attorney’s Fees | Our costs and expenses |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 80 Training Hours |
| Classroom Training | 40 Hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 40 Hours |
| Training Location | Our headquarters, an Affiliate-Owned Center, Virtually, or at Your Location |
| Additional Training | We may offer or require additional training for you, your Center Administrator, or your employees. If you elect or we require you, your Center Administrator, or your employees to complete additional or optional training, we may charge this fee for such training. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Designated Territory |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Typically a 3-mile radius in rural/suburban areas; smaller in urban areas. Varies based on location and demographics. |
| Description | Your Designated Territory will likely vary in size and shape from other System franchisees or Centers due to various factors, including without limitation, the location and demographics (including market saturation thresholds and competition count) surrounding your Site. The boundaries of your Designated Territory may be described in terms of zip codes, streets, landmarks (both natural and man-made), county lines, or otherwise delineated on a map. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10-year renewal term |
| Renewal Fee | $3,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must not be in default, have timely performed all obligations, execute the then-current franchise agreement, pay the renewal fee, execute a general release, successfully complete all required trainings, and re-image, renovate, refurbish, and modernize the Premises and Center. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 plus our costs |
| Transfer Conditions | Compliance with conditions listed in §13.5 of the Franchise Agreement and any others imposed by the franchisor, unless it's a transfer by operation of law. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor has the right to terminate the franchise agreement on the occurrence of any of the events in Article 15. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the Term of the Franchise: Term of the franchise; After the Franchise is Terminated or Expires: two years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, neither franchisee nor its principals/family may have an interest in or be employed by a competing business. After termination/expiration, for two years, neither franchisee nor its principals/family may be involved with a competing business within twenty-five miles of the territory boundaries. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must personally participate in the direct management of the Center on a full-time basis, unless a franchisor-approved Designated Manager is hired. Both the franchisee (or principal) and Designated Manager must complete the Initial Training Program. If operating multiple Centers, each must have a properly trained Designated Manager. |
| Required Suppliers | You must obtain billing services from Essential Billing for at least the first 18 months. Required items include certain therapy materials, third-party inventory and equipment, furniture and fixtures for initial development, POS, EMR, and CRM software, and initial/ongoing marketing materials. |
| Supply Restrictions | You may have to buy or lease items from the franchisor or a limited group of designated suppliers. Written approval is required before offering non-authorized products/services or purchasing required items from alternate sources. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $41,921 from franchisor, $216,252 from affiliate EBS in fiscal year 2023 |
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 obligation. |
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 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.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 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.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSpeech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 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.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 System Growth
Total Units
8
Franchised
4
Company-Owned
4
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 currently operates 4 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 3 states: IL, MD, VA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$126K
Net Income
$-165,786
Total Assets
$110K
Audited by MUHAMMAD ZUBAIRY, CPA PC for year ending December 31.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 franchise ranges from $209,450 to $669,120, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $49,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Up to 3% of Gross Revenue (currently not collected), plus $300 per quarter local advertising requirement contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 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 Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 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.
Speech & ABA Therapy Franchising2 has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $209,450-$669,120, a 5% of Gross Revenue 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 $49,500 and the total investment ranges from $209,450 to $669,120 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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