Start Your Own ABA Therapy Franchise
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Investment and Financials
Our general financial requirements to open are at least $75,000 in liquid capital, $350,000 in Net Worth, and a minimum credit score of 680. Essential Speech and ABA Therapy Franchising does not offer any direct financing options, but we work with partners to assist in any of your financing needs.
Initial Franchise Fee
$49,500*
*via Item 5 of our FDD, discounts available for Veterans, Existing Franchisees, and those converting and existing business.
Royalty
5%*
*via Item 6 of our FDD, Royalty is on gross revenue.
Initial Investment Range
$267,500 –
$698,750*
*via Item 7 of our FDD, see below for more details.
Average Unit Volume
$1,113,891*
*via Item 19 of our FDD, see below for more details. Average Unit Volume (AUV) for franchised units billing for all 52 weeks in 2024.
Information from our Franchise Disclosure Document
Initial Investment Range
| Type of Expenditure | Low Amount | High Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | $49,500 |
| Billing Onboarding Services Fee | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Travel to Training Expenses | $0 | $6,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $100,000 |
| Professional Photography Fee | $500 | $1,000 |
| EMR Services | $1,000 | $3,750 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $20,000 | $100,000 |
| Signage | $2,000 | $15,000 |
| Technology | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Rent (3 months) | $15,000 | $55,000 |
| Security Deposit | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Utilities | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Office Supplies | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising Expenses | $5,500 | $5,500 |
| Pre-Opening Advertising Expenditures | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Local Advertising Requirement | $300 | $300 |
| Insurance | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Therapy Materials | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Contracting and Credentialing Services | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds (6 months) | $120,000 | $240,000 |
| TOTAL | $267,500 | $698,750 |
2024 Financial Performance
| Billing Tenure | AUV | Number and Percent of Units Above Average | Median | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billing 52 Weeks (Company-Owned) | $1,283,973 | 2/3 (66%) | $1,399,711 | $930,855 | $1,521,352 |
| Billing 52 Weeks (Franchised) | $1,113,891 | 3/4 (75%) | $1,187,429 | $810,343 | $1,270,361 |
| Billing between 27 and 51 Weeks | $256,181 | 1/2 (50%) | $256,181 | $148,410 | $363,951 |
| Billing between 1 and 26 Weeks | $12,204 | 2/4 (50%) | $11,937 | $3,968 | $20,975 |
2024 Financial Performance
| Location # | 2024 Total Billings | 2024 Total Revenue | No. of Weeks Billing in 2024 | No. of BCBAs Billing (Low/High) | No. of Clients Receiving Services (Low/High) | Lowest Recorded Revenue in a Month | Highest Recorded Revenue in a Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri City, Texas | $1,533,263 | $1,521,352 | 52 | 1/2 | 12/19 | $46,361 | $160,510 |
| Pearland, Texas | $1,403,768 | $1,399,711 | 52 | 1/2 | 11/14 | $69,537 | $161,053 |
| Katy, Texas | $931,982 | $930,855 | 52 | 1/1 | 7/10 | $58,202 | $101,182 |
2024 Financial Performance
Per Item 19 of our FDD
| Location # | 2024 Total Billings | 2024 Total Revenue | No. of Weeks Billing in 2024 | No. of BCBAs Billing (Low/High) | No. of Clients Receiving Services (Low/High) | Lowest Recorded Revenue in a Month | Highest Recorded Revenue in a Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,140,116 | $1,233,431 | 52 | 3/3 | 11/12 | $46,690 | $161,655 |
| 2 | $1,206,678 | $1,270,361 | 52 | 2/2 | 8/20 | $37,547 | $243,136 |
| 3 | $1,079,861 | $1,141,427 | 52 | 1/1 | 9/12 | $54,847 | $130,049 |
| 4 | $392,508 | $363,951 | 44 | 1/1 | 1/7 | $10,015 | $77,656 |
| 5 | $856,432 | $810,343 | 52 | 1/1 | 5/12 | $11,312 | $120,174 |
| 6 | $14,758 | $6,789 | 9 | 1/1 | 1/3 | $6,789 | $6,789 |
| 7 | $187,580 | $148,410 | 39 | 1/1 | 2/5 | $480 | $30,739 |
| 8 | $41,345 | $20,975 | 18 | 0/1 | 1/2 | $1,005 | $19,971 |
| 9 | $7,686 | $3,968 | 5 | 0/1 | 1/2 | $3,968 | $3,968 |
| 10 | $53,384 | $17,085 | 12 | 0/1 | 1/4 | $4,514 | $12,571 |
Understanding the ABA Therapy Revenue Cycle
It is important to understand the revenue cycle of our business versus other franchises in different industries, as working through medical insurance presents a few key differences!
1
Clinical Expertise at Your Fingertips
First, it can take between 7 and 10 weeks to intake a client, including collecting information, having an assessment, and getting insurance authorization for a treatment plan.
2
Specialized Operational Excellence at Your Service
Then, there is a difference between services rendered and reimbursement. It can take between 30 and 45 days to receive payment.
3
Expert Marketing Support
Now, the initial process of getting started also has a lead time. It can take between 120 and 180 days to become credentialed (in-network) with insurance providers, and a potential 8 to 16 weeks for your first check from insurance.
Knowing these things ahead of time, we structure our onboarding to limit overhead expenses until necessary, in addition to recommending between 3 and 4 months of working capital. In that way, you can feel confident moving through the initial pre-opening stages and are setup for success!
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Let’s Talk About What’s Possible
Have questions about the franchise, investment, or next steps? Connect with our team to learn more, explore fit, and see if bringing Essential Speech & ABA Therapy to your community is the right choice. Fill out the form to receive your info pack straight to your inbox or use the contacts below.
(346) 423-3078
franchiseinfo@ speechandaba.com