About Stork Vision Franchise
Stork Vision is a prenatal ultrasound imaging franchise offering expectant mothers 2D, 3D, and 4D ultrasound packages along with related retail merchandise.
Founded in 2010 and franchising since that year, the brand operates imaging centers in retail locations, providing a comfortable and memorable experience for families eager to see their baby before birth.
The initial franchise fee is $35,000 per single unit.
Stork Vision Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$50K
Average Investment
$80K
Maximum Investment
$110K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | $500 monthly or 5% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $300 monthly or 3% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $49,850 – $110,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $50K–$110K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty ($500 monthly or 5% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater) and marketing fee ($300 monthly or 3% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Real Estate and Improvements | $500 | $2,000 |
| Ultrasound Imaging Equipment | $300 | $45,000 |
| Other Equipment & Software | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Furnishings | $2,500 | $3,500 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $1,500 | $6,000 |
| Signage | $250 | $1,500 |
| Initial Retail Inventory | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| Pre-Opening Advertising | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Grand Opening | $0 | $500 |
| Marketing & Sales Collateral | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Initial Operating Supplies | $300 | $350 |
| Office Supplies | $200 | $250 |
| Other Deposits & Pre-Paid Expenses | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Business Licenses | $50 | $200 |
| Insurance | $700 | $1,400 |
| Training-related Travel Expenses | $0 | $1,500 |
| Medical Director Licensing Fee | $0 | $2,000 |
| Medical Director Fee | $0 | $300 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $250 | $500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 35% of the then-current initial Single Unit Franchise Fee per unit |
| Renewal Fee | $3,500 |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit fees, payable only if under-payment is greater than 2% of reported amounts |
| Late Fee | $30 per late payment |
| Interest Fee | 1.5% per month on overdue or underpaid amounts |
| Data Late Fee | $25 weekly |
| New Owner Finder's Fee | $10,000 |
| Relocation Fee | $500 |
| Insurance Procurement Fee | Amount of insurance premium plus reasonable expenses |
| Termination Fee | $1,500 |
| Early Termination Fee | Varies based on unexpired term and average monthly fee payments |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Phase I: 48 hours (telephonic/Skype); Phase II: 21 hours classroom (telephonic/Skype); Phase III: 20 hours classroom + 20 hours on-the-job (Fort Worth, Texas). Total approximately 89 hours classroom and 20 hours on-the-job. |
| Classroom Training | 89 hours total classroom training across all three phases |
| On-the-Job Training | 20 hours (Phase III at Fort Worth, Texas) |
| Training Location | Phase I and II: By telephone or via Skype; Phase III: Corporate Training Facility in Arlington and Frisco, Texas or other approved training facilities |
| Additional Training | Sonographer Protocol Training for additional sonographers available at $700 ($350/day for 2 days). Continuing Education meetings at locations designated by franchisor during operation. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive territory defined by county or other boundaries |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Generally between 500,000 and 1 million population based on recent US Census data |
| Description | Franchisee receives an exclusive territory. Franchisor will not locate nor license another Stork Vision Center within the territory during the term of the Franchise Agreement. Territory will not be altered due to population changes. Certain locations such as Malls and Downtown Locations will have smaller exclusive territories determined on a site-specific basis. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 7 years |
| Renewal Term | 7 years |
| Renewal Fee | $3,500 |
| Renewal Conditions | Provide written notice to renew; be in full compliance with current agreement; remodel as required; sign current form of Franchise Agreement; secure approved location; sign general release. The new agreement may have materially different terms. |
| Transfer Fee | 35% of the then-current initial Single Unit Franchise Fee per unit |
| Transfer Conditions | Full compliance; transferee qualifies; all amounts due paid in full; completion of training by transferee; transfer fee paid; transferee agrees to be bound by all terms; execution of required documents including a release. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate if franchisee breaches a material provision of the Franchise Agreement. Curable defaults include: violation of health, safety or sanitation laws (72 hours notice); past due advertising and royalty fees (5 days notice); all other defaults (5 days notice). Non-curable defaults include: abandonment, felony conviction, unauthorized assignment, bankruptcy, repeated violations, and others. |
| Non-Compete Period | 3 years after termination; no involvement during the term |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term: no involvement in any competitive business anywhere. After termination: no participation or interest in competing business for 3 years. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Stork Vision Center must at all times be under the franchisee's direct, day-to-day, full-time supervision, or the supervision of an approved managing shareholder/partner or approved manager. This person must have successfully completed the training program and must work at least 40 hours per week on the premises. The center must be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, 5 days per week, 50 weeks per year. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all computers, equipment, and related furniture, fixture and equipment in accordance with franchisor's approved standards. Ultrasound equipment must be new or no more than 1 year old and may be obtained from any approved supplier. |
| Supply Restrictions | Required purchases and leases are estimated to be between 30% and 40% of the cost to establish a franchise and 75% of total operating costs for goods and services after establishing a franchise. Franchisees must submit a written request for approval before purchasing from unapproved suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In 2023, franchisor received $0 from franchisees as a result of direct purchases. Franchisor may receive approximately $0 to $5,000 per ultrasound equipment package purchased by franchisees from the approved supplier as cooperative advertising funds. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Neither the franchisor nor its affiliates currently offer, directly or indirectly, any financing arrangements to franchisees. The franchisor does not guarantee any note, lease, or other obligation. |
Stork Vision Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Stork Vision 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.
Stork Vision 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.
Stork Vision Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordStork Vision 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.
Stork Vision System Growth
Total Units
16
Franchised
14
Company-Owned
2
Stork Vision currently operates 14 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 20 |
| 2022 | 1 | 5 | 16 |
| 2023 | 0 | 4 | 14 |
Transfers: 5 | Closures: 6
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Stork Vision Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Stork Vision franchise ranges from $49,850 to $110,000, 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.
Stork Vision charges a royalty fee of $500 monthly or 5% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater of gross sales, plus a $300 monthly or 3% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Stork Vision 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 Stork Vision to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Stork Vision 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.
Stork Vision has been franchising since 2010. The FDD shows an investment range of $49,850-$110,000, a $500 monthly or 5% of monthly Gross Sales, whichever is greater 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 $49,850 to $110,000 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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