How Much Does a The Alternative Board Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$77K – $95K
Franchise Fee
$44K
Royalty
Sliding scale from 20% to 6% of Amounts Collected on Your Behalf
Ad Fund
2.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for The Alternative Board is $44K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.
Total Investment Range
Opening a The Alternative Board franchise requires a total investment of $77K – $95K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.
Working capital alone ranges from $2K to $2K.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, The Alternative Board franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty structure is: Sliding scale from 20% to 6% of Amounts Collected on Your Behalf. The advertising or brand fund contribution is 2.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $720.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
The Alternative Board requires working capital of $2K – $2K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.
What Can You Earn?
The Alternative Board does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.
How Do Banks View The Alternative Board?
SBA Loans Issued
19
Default Rate
0.0%
The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. The Alternative Board has 19 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 0.0%, which is below the franchise industry average, indicating relatively lower lending risk. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.
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