Retirement Income Source Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Number of franchisees

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27
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-10%
-10%
Investment required

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$100,000 - $226,000
Revenue (AUV)

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$0
Undisclosed
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n.a.
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xx%
-xx%
n.a.
Initial franchise fee

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$25,000
Royalty fees

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0.00%
+
15.00%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

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Franchisees

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27
+
-10%
-10%
Investment required

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$100,000 - $226,000
Franchise fee

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$25,000
Royalty fees

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0.00%
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15.00%
Revenue (AUV)

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$0
Undisclosed
Pro
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n.a.
+
xx%
-xx%
n.a.
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro

Retirement Income Source®: Empowering Retirees with Steady Income Solutions

Established in January 2019 by David J. Scranton, Retirement Income Source® is a nationwide network of franchised financial advisors dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving financial stability during their retirement years. The company is headquartered at 500 West Cypress Creek Road, Suite 250, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Retirement Income Source® specializes in income-generating investment strategies aimed at preserving clients' savings and generating ongoing streams of interest and dividend payments.

Their comprehensive suite of services includes retirement planning, financial planning, tax minimization strategies, social security maximization, estate planning, investment management, asset management, risk management, and portfolio management.

What sets Retirement Income Source® apart from competitors is its emphasis on "The Income Model," which focuses on fixed-income investments like bonds to create a steady retirement income stream. This approach reduces exposure to stock market volatility, offering clients a more predictable and secure financial future.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial franchise fee $25,000 - $25,000
Rent and Lease Security Deposit $10,000 - $30,000
Utilities $3,000 - $5,000
Leasehold Improvements $5,000 - $50,000
Market Introduction Program $20,000 - $30,000
Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment $10,000 - $25,000
Computer Systems $1,000 - $3,000
Insurance $1,400 - $2,500
Signage $500 - $5,000
Office Expenses $500 - $1,000
Licenses, Fees, and Permits $1,500 - $3,000
Professional Fees (lawyer, accountant, etc.) $1,500 - $3,000
Travel, lodging and meals for initial training $1,000 - $3,000
Additional funds (for first 3 months) $20,000 - $40,000
Total $100,400 - $225,500

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Training

The franchise Retirement Income Source provides multiple training programs designed to support the setup and operation of franchisee businesses:

  1. Pre-Opening Training: The Franchisor offers standard pre-opening training for the Principal Executive and up to two other employees. This training is conducted at the Franchisor’s headquarters or a designated business location. While the training itself is free, the Franchisee covers all travel, lodging, and related expenses.
  2. New Franchisee Training: The Principal Executive is required to complete a mandatory training program for new franchisees. This must be done at least four weeks before the business begins operations.
  3. On-Site Opening Assistance: The Franchisor provides at least one day of on-site training and support during the business's opening to assist with setup and operations.
  4. Post-Opening Training: After the business is launched, the Franchisor may require the Principal Executive or other employees to attend additional training programs. These can be conducted in various formats and locations, with all related expenses covered by the Franchisee.
  5. Ongoing Employee Training: Franchisees may be required to train their own staff using programs specified by the Franchisor to ensure consistent quality and standards.
  6. Replacement/Additional Training: If an employee is sent for training after the business has opened, the Franchisor may charge a daily training fee, currently set at $1,000.

Territory Protection

The Retirement Income Source franchise does not offer exclusive territory protection. Franchisees are assigned a territory but have no guarantee against the Franchisor or other franchisees operating within it.

The Franchisor may sell, license, or operate competing businesses in any area, including through online or direct sales. Franchisees can serve clients anywhere, but they are not compensated if others operate within their designated territory.

Competitors

Franchise
Units
Growth
Initial fee
Investment
Revenue
Gross Profit
Operating Profit
Industry

30

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-10%
-10%
No growth
New

$25,000

$100,000

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$226,000

n.a.

$0

Pro

n.a.

Pro

n.a.

Pro

Financial Services

Number of units

2025
Franchised units

30

28

27

Company-owned units

1

2

3

Total units

31

30

30

Competitors

Ameriprise

Investment required
$12,000
-
$130,000
Number of franchises
3,855
+
-7%
-7%

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