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Hear Again America

Hear Again America centers sell prescription and over-the-counter hearing aids, accessories and related services. Franchisees run a retail center that provides required pre-sale and post-sale care.

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Investment and fees

What it costs to open and operate

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Upfront investment

Total initial investment

$190,600 – $333,950

US dollars. Includes the franchise fee and $30,000 to $50,000 for pre-opening expenses and the first three months of operations. Assumes leased premises; excludes real-estate purchases, financing costs and other cash needs. See the startup-budget FAQ for rent and buildout assumptions.

Initial franchise fee

$50,000

Normally counted within the total above, not added on top — confirm in the source.

US dollars. Due in a lump sum at signing and nonrefundable. Converting a hearing center operating at least 12 months reduces the fee to $30,000. Honorably discharged US veterans may qualify for 10% off; for multiple centers, only the first center's fee is discounted.

Selected fees

  • Royalty5% of Net Sales, paid monthly

    Net Sales means product and service receipts less returns, allowances, discounts, cancellations and sales tax. Royalties are reconciled quarterly; overpayments are credited toward future royalties.

  • Advertising contributionNot assessed; if a fund is established, up to 3% of Net Sales monthly

    The disclosed Brand Fund has not been established. If created, its contribution would be separate from required local marketing spending.

  • Local marketingAt least 12% of Net Sales monthly; about 15% recommended

    Spending expectations are 15% in year one, 14% in year two and at least 12% in year three. Qualifying spending must be documented; unspent or undocumented shortfalls may be collected as a fee or for local marketing. If an advertising cooperative is established, participation is required and contributions may be additional, capped at 6% of monthly Net Sales.

These are selected fees, not the complete fee schedule. Review the full FDD for all fees and conditions.

Figures are as disclosed for the period shown; unknown or undisclosed items are labelled, never shown as $0. No earnings, profit or payback figures are shown. Revenue is not profit.

Ownership and support

What owning this franchise involves

Your role

An ownership role and a daily management role are required; one person may fill both.

Owner involvement
Your Operating Principal must hold at least 10% ownership and have authority over business decisions.
Main responsibilities
The center must be personally supervised by you, your Operating Principal, Key Manager or a trained attendant.
Manager requirements
Appoint a Key Manager for daily operations; changes to this manager or the Operating Principal require approval.

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Disclosure document

The fees above are a short selection. Check the full FDD for all fees and terms before making a decision.

Hear Again Franchising, LLC, Franchise Disclosure Document. Issuance Date: April 30, 2026

An introduction is not a statement that territory is available or that you will be accepted.