Franchise Process & Timeline
Your step-by-step journey from inquiry to grand opening
Start Your Franchise JourneyTimeline Overview
Investigation & Decision
Research, validation, and commitment
Training & Setup
Initial training and site selection
Buildout & Preparation
Location setup and pre-launch marketing
Grand Opening
Launch your clinic with support
Timeline Note: The total timeline from initial inquiry to opening typically ranges from 4-6 months. Actual timeline varies based on location availability, buildout complexity, and local permitting requirements.
Detailed Process Steps
What happens at each stage and what you can expect
Initial Inquiry & Information Package
Day 1Begin your journey by requesting our franchise information package.
What Happens in This Step:
- Submit your contact information through our website or by phone
- Receive immediate email confirmation with initial overview
- Within 24 hours, receive comprehensive franchise information package
- Review preliminary information about investment, training, and support
Your Action:
Review the information package and prepare questions for the discovery call
Our Action:
Send detailed franchise overview and schedule your discovery call
Discovery Call
Week 130-minute introductory call to explore the opportunity and answer your initial questions.
What Happens in This Step:
- Discuss your background, goals, and interest in the franchise
- Learn about franchise investment requirements and ongoing fees
- Understand territory availability in your preferred area
- Review franchise benefits, training, and support structure
- Assess mutual fit and interest in moving forward
Your Action:
Ask questions and determine if you want to proceed to the next step
Our Action:
Provide honest assessment of fit and next steps if mutual interest exists
Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Review
Weeks 2-3Receive and review the complete FDD with all required disclosures.
What Happens in This Step:
- Receive FDD via secure electronic delivery
- Required 14-day review period begins (federal law)
- Review all 23 items including fees, obligations, and financial performance
- Share FDD with attorney, accountant, and advisors
- Prepare detailed questions based on FDD review
Your Action:
Carefully review FDD with professional advisors and prepare questions
Our Action:
Provide additional clarification and schedule FDD review call
Validation & Site Visit
Weeks 3-4Speak with existing franchisees and visit operational clinics.
What Happens in This Step:
- Receive list of current franchisees to contact (Item 20 of FDD)
- Conduct phone interviews with 3-5 existing franchisees
- Schedule visit to operating clinic(s) in your region if possible
- Observe daily operations and treatment procedures
- Ask franchisees about their experience, earnings, and challenges
Your Action:
Contact franchisees, ask candid questions, and evaluate real-world operations
Our Action:
Facilitate introductions and coordinate site visit logistics
Formal Application & Financial Review
Weeks 4-5Submit franchise application and undergo financial qualification review.
What Happens in This Step:
- Complete detailed franchise application form
- Provide personal financial statement
- Submit credit authorization for background check
- Our team reviews application and financial qualifications
- Clarify any questions about application or finances
Your Action:
Complete application honestly and provide requested financial documentation
Our Action:
Review application, conduct background check, and make approval decision
Franchise Agreement Signing
Week 6Review final franchise agreement with legal counsel and execute documents.
What Happens in This Step:
- Receive franchise agreement for legal review
- Review with your attorney (highly recommended)
- Clarify any questions about agreement terms
- Execute franchise agreement and related documents
- Pay initial franchise fee
- Receive welcome package and onboarding materials
Your Action:
Review agreement with attorney and execute if comfortable proceeding
Our Action:
Answer final questions and execute agreement on our end
Pre-Opening Preparation
Weeks 7-20 (3-5 months)Complete training, select location, and prepare for grand opening.
What Happens in This Step:
- Attend initial training program (2-3 weeks)
- Begin territory and site selection process
- Set up business entity, bank accounts, and insurance
- Order equipment and supplies
- Complete buildout and clinic setup
- Implement technology systems and booking platform
- Execute pre-launch marketing plan
- Conduct soft opening and final preparations
Your Action:
Complete training, find location, manage buildout, and prepare for opening
Our Action:
Provide training, site selection guidance, and ongoing launch support
Key Considerations Throughout the Process
Take Your Time
This is a significant business decision. Don't rush through the process. Use the validation period to thoroughly investigate the opportunity and speak candidly with existing franchisees.
Consult Professional Advisors
We strongly recommend reviewing the FDD and franchise agreement with a qualified franchise attorney and discussing the financial aspects with your accountant or financial advisor.
Ask Questions
No question is too small or too detailed. We want you to have complete clarity about the opportunity, obligations, and what to expect. If something is unclear, ask.
Validate Thoroughly
The validation calls with existing franchisees are your opportunity to learn about real-world experiences. Ask about challenges, earnings, support quality, and what they wish they had known.
Mutual Fit
We're evaluating fit just as you are. We want franchisees who are committed to following our system, providing excellent service, and growing a successful business.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Request our franchise information package to begin your journey