About Locals Love Us Franchise
Locals Love Us is a marketing and community engagement franchise that has been offering franchise opportunities since 2024, backed by FiveFour LLC.
The brand helps local businesses connect with consumers through curated lists, digital marketing, social media promotion, and community events that highlight the best businesses in each market.
The franchise fee is $29,500.
Locals Love Us Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$67K
Average Investment
$79K
Maximum Investment
$92K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $29,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 9% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $66,750 – $91,833 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $67K–$92K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (9% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $29,500 | $29,500 |
| Website, email, and LoLu Setup Fee | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Office Equipment & Supplies | $0 | $2,500 |
| Vehicle and Insurance | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $200 | $500 |
| Professional Fees | $800 | $2,000 |
| Business Insurance | $250 | $333 |
| Training Expenses | $0 | $4,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Additional Funds / Working Capital – 3 months | $10,000 | $24,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 75% of our then-current initial franchise fee; or 40% of our then-current initial franchise fee if the transferee is an existing franchisee in good standing |
| Renewal Fee | $2,000 |
| Technology Fee | $100 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of Audit (Only payable if there is an understatement of Gross Revenues of 2% or more) |
| Initial Launch Marketing Expenditures | $20,000 |
| Local Marketing Expenditures | At least $20,000 each year |
| Graphic Design Fees | $46.00/hour, subject to annual CPI adjustment |
| Content Review Fees | $46.00/hour, subject to annual CPI adjustment |
| Interest | 1-1/2% per month |
| Additional Training | $2,000 per week |
| Late Fee | $100 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | approximately one week (5 full days) |
| Classroom Training | 21 |
| On-the-Job Training | 21 |
| Training Location | corporate headquarters in Sioux Falls, South Dakota or an alternative location as we choose |
| Additional Training | Additional employees (sales roles) receive an abbreviated 2-day program. Franchisor may require franchisees and employees to attend additional training (up to 5 days/year) or annual conventions (up to 3 days/year), with a training fee up to $2,000 per week. Franchisees are responsible for all travel and lodging costs. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | approximately 5,000 businesses (or more) with an approximate population of 100,000 or more |
| Description | Your market will be determined by the primary zip codes that comprise the community, and occasionally may include some additional outlying areas. The franchisor will not locate another Locals Love Us company-owned or franchised Business in your Market as long as you are in compliance with the Franchise Agreement and meet minimum gross revenue requirements. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | 3 separate renewal terms of 5 years each |
| Renewal Fee | $2,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | You may sign a new Franchise Agreement if: (1) you provide notice, (2) you are not in breach, (3) you upgrade your Business, (4) you pay a $2,000 renewal fee, and (5) you sign a release. The new agreement may contain materially different terms and conditions. |
| Transfer Fee | 75% of our then-current initial franchise fee; or 40% of our then-current initial franchise fee if the transferee is an existing franchisee in good standing |
| Transfer Conditions | The proposed transferee must execute the then-current standard franchise agreement, complete necessary training, meet all new franchisee requirements (good reputation, business experience, financial strength, etc.), and you and all holders of interest must execute a general release. |
| Termination for Cause | Curable defaults (30 days to cure): non-payment of fees, non-submission of reports, other defaults in Section 13.B. Non-curable defaults (immediate termination): abandonment, insolvency, conviction of a crime, repeated defaults, trademark misuse, unapproved transfer, maintaining false books, endangering customer well-being. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after the expiration or termination |
| Non-Compete Details | No competing business for 2 years within the former Market or within a 10-mile radius of the former Market or any other Locals Love Us Market. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You or your Principal Operator are responsible for overseeing the operation of the Business and must devote full time and best efforts to its development and operations. You or your Principal Operator must have attended and successfully completed the initial training program. |
| Required Suppliers | signage, vehicle wraps, furniture, fixtures, advertising materials, accounting software, payroll services, merchant services, computer hardware and software, and award plaques and decals from AlphaGraphics of Sioux Falls. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees are required to purchase certain items from designated or approved suppliers. The franchisor has the right to approve or disapprove vehicles. All graphic design services must be purchased from the franchisor's graphic design center. Franchisees must purchase award plaques and decals from AlphaGraphics of Sioux Falls. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $292,932 from Graphic Design fees paid to us or our predecessor by our franchisees in 2023. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Neither we nor any affiliate of ours offers direct or indirect financing to you. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligations. |
Locals Love Us Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Locals Love Us 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.
Locals Love Us 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.
Locals Love Us Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordLocals Love Us 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.
Locals Love Us System Growth
Total Units
12
Franchised
10
Company-Owned
2
Locals Love Us currently operates 10 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 | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 2 states: CA, SD
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$166K
Net Income
$58K
Total Assets
$65K
Audited by Paceline Accounting Group, LLP for year ending December 31.
Locals Love Us Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Locals Love Us franchise ranges from $66,750 to $91,833, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $29,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Locals Love Us charges a royalty fee of 9% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Locals Love Us 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 Locals Love Us to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Locals Love Us 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.
Locals Love Us has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $66,750-$91,833, a 9% of Gross Revenues royalty, and no 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 $29,500 and the total investment ranges from $66,750 to $91,833 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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