About The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) Franchise
The Joint Chiropractic's Regional Developer program allows qualified investors to oversee the development and support of multiple franchise locations within a designated territory.
The brand has been franchising since 2011 and has become the largest chiropractic franchise in the United States, known for its affordable, membership based model that makes routine chiropractic care accessible without insurance.
The franchise fee for regional developers ranges from $150,000 to $500,000, depending on territory size and development commitments.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$166K
Average Investment
$359K
Maximum Investment
$551K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $150,000 to $500,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Not less than $750 per month or $9,000 per year per Development Area | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $166,225 – $551,350 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $166K–$551K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Development Fee | $150,000 | $500,000 |
| Office Space (2) (1st 3 months) | $0 | $4,500 |
| Deposits (2) | $0 | $1,500 |
| Franchise Recruitment Advertising and Marketing (1st 3 months) | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| Travel and Related Expenses for Initial Training (3) | $600 | $1,900 |
| Errors and Omissions Insurance (4) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Vehicle Lease (5) (1st 3 months) | $0 | $2,250 |
| Professional service fees (6) | $500 | $5,000 |
| Computer Equipment/Software/Printer (7) | $0 | $2,000 |
| Technology Fees (7) | $375 | $1,450 |
| Filing and registration costs for Regional Developer (8) | $2,500 | $5,500 |
| Additional funds (9) (1st 3 months) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 per transfer |
| Renewal Fee | The greater of: a) 10% of the Royalties we actually receive and pay to you during the 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the date of the notice of renewal; or b) 25% of the original Development Fee for your Development Area |
| Technology Fee | Varies (monthly fees for virtual private network $50, FranConnect $75 plus additional $25 per license, annual Magnify mapping software $800) |
| Costs and Attorneys' Fees | Our actual costs. |
| Indemnification | Our actual costs |
| Training Fees and Expense Reimbursements | Varies |
| Insurance (4) | Amount of unpaid premiums and related costs |
| Model Defense Costs (5) | 50% of the incurred cost |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | approximately 3 days |
| Classroom Training | 26.0 |
| On-the-Job Training | 40.0 |
| Training Location | our corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, Arizona, or another location we designate. |
| Additional Training | You will be required to participate in periodic webinars and sales calls scheduled by us for Regional Developer Businesses. We will require you to attend up to 2 additional or refresher training courses each year at our corporate offices, or another location we designate. You may also be required to attend a national business meeting or convention of up to 3 days each year. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive Development Area |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Description | generally will be defined by state or county boundaries, or fixed geographical boundaries such as rivers, streets or highways. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 1 renewal term of 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | The greater of: a) 10% of the Royalties we actually receive and pay to you during the 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the date of the notice of renewal; or b) 25% of the original Development Fee for your Development Area |
| Renewal Conditions | You must: have substantially complied with RDA; given notice of intent to renew; sign new RDA in our then current form which may include terms and conditions materially different from those in the original RDA, including (e.g., no further renewals, higher royalty fees, etc.); sign general release of claims against us and related parties (in a form satisfactory to us) (subject to state law); pay the applicable renewal fee; cure any defaults; and pay all amounts owed to us. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 per transfer |
| Transfer Conditions | You must pay all amounts owed to us; new owner assumes your obligations; new owner, its affiliates, and its owners do not have any interest in or work for a competitive business; new owner completes or agrees to complete initial training; new owners signs our then-current RDA and ancillary agreements; new owner has strictly complied with obligations to us and is not in default of those obligations; you pay us a transfer fee; you sign a transfer release (in a form satisfactory to us) (subject to state law); you do not identify yourself as current or former Franchisee of ours, or use any Mark. You may transfer the franchise and its assets to a newly formed legal entity principally controlled by you and your principals if the new entity operates the franchise and complies with the RDA, and you provide information about the transfer to us and the entities owners. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate the agreement for various curable defaults (e.g., failure to remedy a default within 60 days, or 6 months for Minimum Development Obligation) or non-curable defaults (e.g., bankruptcy, judgments over $50,000, abandonment of business, repeated material breaches, misuse of Marks, material misrepresentations). |
| Non-Compete Period | 18 months |
| Non-Compete Details | Neither you, your principals, nor any immediate family members may perform services for or have any interest in any competitive business within the Development Area, the Development Area of any other Regional Developer, or within 25 miles of any Location Franchise, for 18 months. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Each of the individuals who hold an ownership interest in the Regional Developer Business (“Owner(s)”) must personally participate in the direct operation of the Regional Developer Business. If an Owner does not participate full-time, a fully trained Manager must operate the franchise. Owners are required to be directly involved in day-to-day operations and promote the business performance. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase specified products and services relating to or for the operation of your Regional Developer Business solely from approved suppliers. Currently, this includes the license to access our Virtual Private Network and the FranConnect software. Magnify mapping software is an optional approved supplier. |
| Supply Restrictions | You are not allowed to purchase any of these products or services from an unapproved or alternate supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $21,800 in 2021, consisting of monthly fees for FranConnect collected from regional developers, which is less than 1% of total revenues. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer any financing for your initial investment. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligations. |
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) Franchise Earnings — Item 19
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) 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.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) 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.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) System Growth
Total Units
27
Franchised
23
Company-Owned
4
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) currently operates 23 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 25 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
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)
Revenue
$80.9M
Net Income
$5.3M
Total Assets
$65.7M
Audited by BDO USA, LLP for year ending December 31.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) franchise ranges from $166,225 to $551,350, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $150,000 to $500,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales, plus a Not less than $750 per month or $9,000 per year per Development Area contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) 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 The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) 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.
The Joint Chiropractic (Regional Developer) has been franchising since 2011. The FDD shows an investment range of $166,225-$551,350, a N/A royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $150,000 to $500,000 and the total investment ranges from $166,225 to $551,350 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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