About Monarch Boudoir Franchise
Monarch Boudoir is a specialty photography franchise focused on boudoir and portrait photography experiences.
The brand empowers clients through professional, confidence building photo sessions in a luxurious studio setting.
Since beginning franchise operations in 2023, Monarch Boudoir has been expanding its unique concept to photographers and entrepreneurs who are passionate about creating meaningful, uplifting experiences for their clients.
Monarch Boudoir Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$57K
Average Investment
$82K
Maximum Investment
$108K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $32,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | $1,250 per month for the first six months, then $1,750 thereafter of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Revenue per month (not to exceed 1%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $56,529 – $108,099 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $57K–$108K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty ($1,250 per month for the first six months, then $1,750 thereafter) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Revenue per month (not to exceed 1%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $32,000 | $32,000 |
| Initial Training for more than 2 persons (Note 2) | $0 | $2,000 |
| Rent or Real Estate (Note 3) | $2,400 | $6,000 |
| Design and Architect Fees (Note 4) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Leasehold, Contractor Improvements, Construction Costs (Note 5) | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Equipment Furniture & Fixtures (Note 6) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Interior and Exterior Signage (Note 7) | $500 | $2,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs (Note 8) | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Business Licensing, Permits and Legal Fees (Note 9) | $300 | $2,000 |
| Initial Inventory/Start Up Supplies (Note 10) | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Advertising/Marketing (3 months) (Note 11) | $4,500 | $10,500 |
| Insurance (3 months) (Note 12) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Studio Support Services (Note 13) | $1,200 | $5,100 |
| Computer Equipment and Proprietary Software (Note 14) | $3,629 | $8,999 |
| Additional Funds for Initial three (3) Months (Note 15) | $6,000 | $18,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $0 - $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus 1.5% interest per month on understatement |
| Studio Support Services | Minimum $400 per month (up to 4 sessions), then $130 per session thereafter or maximum of $1,700 or 19 sessions per month |
| Initial Training for Additional Persons or new or replacement employees | $1,000 per person |
| Additional Assistance at Your Franchise | $500 per day (two day minimum) plus travel and living expenses |
| Annual Conferences | $500 per person |
| Fees for Lost Manual | $50 |
| Insufficient Funds Fees | $100 per occurrence |
| Interest | 1.5% per month |
| Liquidated Damages | Will vary under circumstances |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Computer and Communications Equipment Upgrades and Maintenance | Varies, but usually no more than $1,000 per year |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Minimum of 24 Hours |
| Classroom Training | 24 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 hours |
| Training Location | Online/Virtual |
| Additional Training | Additional training for more than two persons or new/replacement employees costs $1,000 per person. Ongoing advisory services by telephone/email are provided, with additional on-site assistance incurring a $500 per day fee plus travel/living expenses. Mandatory annual conferences may be held, with a $500 per person fee plus attendee expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | A driving radius of 45 minutes from your Approved Location |
| Description | Franchisees receive an exclusive territory with a driving radius of 45 minutes from their Approved Location. They must operate only from this approved location and require franchisor permission to relocate. MMF will not operate or franchise a similar business within the exclusive territory, but reserves the right to operate outside it and use the internet as an exclusive channel of distribution. There is no minimum sales quota, but a minimum monthly royalty fee is required. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must be in good standing, sign a new agreement (which may have materially different terms and conditions, but the same territory boundaries and no greater royalty), and pay the renewal fee. |
| Transfer Fee | $0 - $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval is required for transfers. Conditions include the new franchisee qualifying, paying the transfer fee ($0 for transfers to a majority-owned corporation or immediate family, $2,500 to another MMF franchisee, $5,000 in other cases), executing a new franchise agreement, and completing training. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate with 30 days' notice for failure to operate in compliance, non-payment of fees, or violation of laws. Immediate termination without notice can occur for misrepresentation, failure to complete training, incurring three insufficient funds fees in 12 months, bankruptcy, abandonment, trademark misuse, or felony conviction of the franchisee/owner. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the agreement and for two (2) years after termination, transfer, or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, the franchisee and associated persons cannot participate in a competitive business anywhere in states where MMF or its franchisees operate, on the Internet, or via other Multi-Area Marketing channels. After termination, the restriction applies within a 50-mile radius of the former exclusive territory or any franchised/company-owned MMF location, and on the Internet. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You or a fully trained and qualified manager (“Manager”), both of whom have completed our training program, must directly supervise and participate in the actual day-to-day operation the Franchise on a full-time basis. Neither you nor your Manager may have an interest or business relationship with any of our business competitors. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees are required to utilize MMF's Studio Support Services (Monarch CRM, Monarch Checkout System, Dark Glamour Basic editing, Custom Edits/Change Requests, Design/Order/Fulfillment Services). Additionally, specific software and electronic funds processing systems must be purchased from designated suppliers including Proselect Software from Pro Studio Software, Lightroom Classic and Adobe Photoshop from Adobe Systems Incorporated, Portraiture Skin Smoothing Software from Imagenomic, Pixellu for Album Design, Mega.io for Cloud Storage, Stripe for Electronic Funds Processing, and Twilio for Communication Software. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must strictly follow MMF's specifications as described in the operations manual and are not permitted to use any other vendors for designated items. For other items, franchisees may purchase from suppliers that meet MMF's standards. MMF reserves the right to designate alternate vendors in the future. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, MMF did not derive revenue from purchases or leases made by its Franchisees. In the future, MMF may derive income from rebates from designated or approved suppliers, which will partially reimburse MMF for sourcing, approval, and monitoring costs. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Neither A Million Monarchs nor any agent or affiliate(s) of ours offers direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease, or obligation. |
Monarch Boudoir Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Monarch Boudoir 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.
Monarch Boudoir 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.
Monarch Boudoir Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMonarch Boudoir 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.
Monarch Boudoir System Growth
Total Units
2
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
2
Monarch Boudoir currently operates 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
00
Total Assets
$40K
Audited by B&S PARTNERS Certified Public Accountants for year ending December 31st.
Monarch Boudoir Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Monarch Boudoir franchise ranges from $56,529 to $108,099, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $32,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Monarch Boudoir charges a royalty fee of $1,250 per month for the first six months, then $1,750 thereafter of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Revenue per month (not to exceed 1%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Monarch Boudoir 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 Monarch Boudoir to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Monarch Boudoir 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.
Monarch Boudoir has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $56,529-$108,099, a $1,250 per month for the first six months, then $1,750 thereafter 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 $32,000 and the total investment ranges from $56,529 to $108,099 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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