2026 FDD Issued Apr 30, 2026, amended Aug 26, 2026 Minnesota Commerce (CARDS) Checked Oct 22, 2026
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving Franchise Cost (2026)
A College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise costs an estimated $193,100 – $345,500 to open, according to Item 7 of the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). That total includes the $35,000 – $65,000 initial franchise fee (Item 5) and covers this format: Dual Concept (Junk & Moving). Item 6 lists continuing royalty fee: 7% of Gross Sales, subject to the conditions below.
- Total investment
- $193K – $346KItem 7 source and qualifications
- Franchise fee
- $35K – $65KItem 5 source and terms
- Royalty
- 7% of Gross SalesItem 6 conditions and fee bases apply
- Brand fund
- 2% of Gross SalesItem 6 conditions and fee bases apply
- Liquid capital
- $75KFranchisor website, checked October 29, 2026
- Net worth
- $200KFranchisor website, checked October 29, 2026
- Units (2025)
- 165Item 20 source and scope
- Franchise exit rate
- 14.4% / yrCalculated 3-year average; definition and source
What stands out about College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
The dual-concept Item 7 budget covers one Zone and one service vehicle for each concept. Its vehicle down-payment and insurance-deposit ranges create much of the spread between $193,100 and $345,500. Buying only Junk or only Moving has a separate estimate, so the combined budget should not be read as the cost of either single-concept format.
The 7% of Gross Sales royalty is subject to separate annual minimums for Moving and Junk, per Zone. SLC-booked jobs may also trigger an appointment fee; self-generated and online bookings do not. Local advertising has concept-specific monthly floors, and the technology fee currently has an annual cap the franchisor may change. These terms make a single percentage a poor summary of ongoing costs.
Item 19 reports gross revenue for franchised outlets that supplied data and operated a full year, many with more than one territory. The franchisor says the supplied figures were not audited. Item 20 shows a drop in separately counted franchised outlets in 2025, but the FDD says some territories were absorbed by existing franchisees and kept operating. The outlet exit count therefore overstates actual shutdowns.
What are the initial franchise fees and financial requirements for College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving?
Item 5 lists an initial franchise fee of $35,000 – $65,000 for College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving. Check the cited Item 5 for payment timing, discounts and format-specific terms.
These minimums come from the franchisor’s website, not from the FDD, and can change: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise page (checked October 29, 2026).
A standard Zone costs $35,000 for one concept; concurrent Junk and Moving licenses cost $32,500 per concept ($65,000 total). Qualified U.S. veterans receive $3,750 off each concept, subject to continuing ownership. The eligible Performance Waiver Program defers 90% of the dual-concept fee and can waive installments when agreed sales thresholds are met. Small-market and conversion licenses have separate fee formulas. The initial fee is generally nonrefundable, with a conditional training-failure refund less broker and training costs. Item 5, PDF pp. 13-16.
Source: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 2026 FDD, Item 5, PDF p. 13.
How much does it cost to open a College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise? (Item 7)
Source: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 29.
Item 7 of College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving’s 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document estimates the total cost to open one dual concept (junk & moving) at $193,100 – $345,500. This total includes the initial franchise fee.
| Expense Category | Low ($) | High ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $65,000 | $65,000 |
| Rent | $1,600 | $4,500 |
| Lease, Utility and Security Deposits | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Paint and Signage for Service Vehicle | $5,500 | $10,000 |
| Down Payment on Service Vehicle | $3,000 | $35,000 |
| Equipment and Hand Tools | $2,000 | $12,000 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $2,000 | $7,500 |
| Business Licenses & Permits | $500 | $3,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Insurance Deposit | $7,500 | $35,000 |
| Training Expense | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Preopening Business Ramp Up Advertising | $26,000 | $36,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $75,000 | $125,000 |
| Total | $193,100 | $345,500 |
Other formats
| Format | Total investment |
|---|---|
| Hauling Junk Only | $138,100 – $232,000 |
| Moving Only | $191,600 – $315,500 |
For comparison, the median high-end investment among 12 home services records without a source-review hold is $283,275.
The main Item 7 table on PDF pp. 29-30 covers one standard Zone with one service vehicle per concept. It includes a $65,000 combined initial fee and three months of additional funds. The cover separately prints the single-concept investment ranges.
What ongoing royalties and fees does College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving charge? (Item 6)
Source: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 17.
Item 6 of College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving’s 2026 FDD lists the charges below. Recurring charges and charges triggered by a transfer, renewal or other event have different conditions. Read each fee’s basis and notes before comparing rates.
How to read an Item 6 fee table.
| Fee Type | Amount / Rate | Payment Frequency | Notes & Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuing Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Sales | Every period | 7% of Gross Sales in the designated territory; 8% on permitted outside-territory sales. Paid twice monthly. (Item 6, PDF p. 17) |
| Minimum Annual Royalty - Move | Varies | When it applies | Per Zone, $16,100 in year one, rising by disclosed year to $28,673 in year ten; the shortfall above royalties already paid is due after each year. No offset between concepts or Zones. Schedule continues on PDF p. 18. (Item 6, PDF p. 17) |
| Minimum Annual Royalty - Junk | Varies | When it applies | Per Zone, $8,050 in year one, rising by disclosed year to $14,337 in year ten; only the shortfall above royalties already paid is due. (Item 6, PDF p. 18) |
| SLC Appointment Fee | Varies | When it applies | 6% of Gross Sales for SLC-booked Junk or Moving appointments; 3% for converted SLC-booked moving estimates, capped at $150 per appointment. Not charged on self-generated, self-booked or online bookings. (Item 6, PDF p. 18) |
| Brand Development Fee | 2% of Gross Sales | Every period | 2% of Gross Sales. (Item 6, PDF p. 19) |
| Local Advertising | Varies | Every period | Greater of 8% of monthly Gross Sales or $1,500 for Moving and $1,100 for Junk. Paid to approved suppliers or, if required, the franchisor. (Item 6, PDF p. 19) |
| Technology Fee | 1% of Gross Sales | Every period | 1% of Gross Sales. Annual cap is currently $35,000, but may be changed or eliminated on notice (PDF p. 28). (Item 6, PDF p. 19) |
| ACUTE FS | $380 – $580 per month | Every period | $380-$580 monthly for affiliate accounting service; premium in-house services may reach $1,250 monthly and out-of-scope work is $50 per hour. (Item 6, PDF p. 19) |
| Payroll Services Program Fee (Optional) | $299 – $2,299 per month | When it applies | Optional affiliate payroll program; monthly price depends on number of employees. (Item 6, PDF p. 20) |
| Transfer Fee (Franchise Agreement) | Varies | When it applies | $15,000 for one Zone plus $5,000 per additional Zone. A $2,500 deposit is credited on a completed transfer but forfeited if withdrawn. (Item 6, PDF p. 20) |
| Renewal Fee | $7,500 | When it applies | Due on renewal. (Item 6, PDF p. 20) |
| Late Renewal Fee | $50 – $100 | When it applies | $50-$100 per day operating after agreement expiry before a renewal agreement is signed. (Item 6, PDF p. 20) |
| Non-Compliance Fee | Varies | When it applies | $50-$10,000 per violation or default after written warning; sliding scale explained on PDF p. 27. (Item 6, PDF p. 20) |
| Initial Training and Additional Personnel Training | Varies | When it applies | First two initial trainees included; $650 per additional initial trainee. Additional personnel training fee depends on instructor and related expenses. (Item 6, PDF p. 21) |
| Initial Training No-Show Fee | $600 | When it applies | $600 per person if timely notice of inability to attend is not given. (Item 6, PDF p. 21) |
| Refresher Training Program/Continuing Education | $650 | When it applies | $650 as incurred. (Item 6, PDF p. 21) |
| Enrichment Training | $650 | When it applies | $650 per person plus related travel and other expenses when required. (Item 6, PDF p. 21) |
| Purchase of Additional Zone (Both Concepts) | $55,000 | When it applies | $55,000 for both concepts; $35,000 for a single concept. May be financed over 24 months at a fixed rate currently 7% per year. (Item 6, PDF p. 22) |
| Purchase of Additional Fractional Zone | $20,000 | When it applies | $20,000 per additional 100,000 population. (Item 6, PDF p. 22) |
| Purchase of Additional Concept | $35,000 | When it applies | Conditional on availability and good standing. (Item 6, PDF p. 22) |
| Interest on Overdue Amounts | Varies | When it applies | 18% per year or highest rate permitted by applicable law. (Item 6, PDF p. 22) |
| Audit | Varies | When it applies | Deficiency plus interest; for nonreporting or an understatement of at least 2%, greater of deficiency or $500, plus audit cost. (Item 6, PDF p. 23) |
| Costs and Attorneys Fees | Varies | When it applies | Costs of enforcing the franchise agreement after noncompliance. (Item 6, PDF p. 23) |
| Indemnification | Varies | When it applies | Reimbursement for claims arising from franchise operations. (Item 6, PDF p. 23) |
| Annual Franchisee Convention (If Held) | Varies | When it applies | $750 for first attendee and $500 for each additional attendee, excluding travel and lodging. At least one attendee per franchise is required if held. (Item 6, PDF p. 23) |
| Liquidated Damages | Varies | When it applies | On early termination for cause: average monthly royalties in prior 12 months multiplied by the lesser of 24 or months remaining in term. (Item 6, PDF p. 23) |
| Insurance | Varies | When it applies | Reimbursement of franchisor cost if required insurance is not obtained. (Item 6, PDF p. 23) |
| Management Fee | $3,000 per month | When it applies | $3,000 monthly plus expenses if franchisor steps in to operate a noncompliant business. (Item 6, PDF p. 24) |
| Additional Principal | $2,500 | When it applies | For requested franchise agreement change to add a franchisee or principal. (Item 6, PDF p. 24) |
| Mystery Shopper Program | $500 – $1,000 | When it applies | Per shop if significant negative feedback triggers the program. (Item 6, PDF p. 24) |
| Penalty for Sales in Another Franchisee Territory | Varies | When it applies | 100% of job revenue for each unauthorized service in another designated or reserved territory. (Item 6, PDF p. 24) |
| National Account Commission | Varies | When it applies | Case-specific commission if participating; does not exceed 10% of the particular transaction. (Item 6, PDF p. 24) |
| Temporary Zip Codes Leasing Fee | $50 per month | When it applies | Only when both parties agree to service outside-territory zip codes. (Item 6, PDF p. 25) |
| Resale Assistance Program | Varies | When it applies | Optional resale assistance costs 3%-8% of business purchase price on successful resale. (Item 6, PDF p. 25) |
| Holdback Amount for Customer Claims | Varies | When it applies | Known owed damage amount plus 25%, held for six months on expiry, transfer or termination; unused balance is returned. (Item 6, PDF p. 25) |
Explore annual fees and payback assumptions
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College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving startup investment and modeled fees over 10 years
The dual-concept royalty has separate annual minimums per concept and Zone, with no offset between them. Outside-territory sales have a higher royalty; SLC appointments add a conditional percentage; local advertising has monthly floors. Item 19 averages include multi-Zone operations. A single annual sales figure cannot establish these fees. See the fee amounts and definitions in Item 6 above. Open the calculator with your own assumptions.
Item 20: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchised outlet history
Source: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 2026 FDD, Item 20, PDF p. 91.
Item 20 Table 3 reports 159 franchised outlets at the end of 2025. The company-owned table reports a further 6 outlets. Our calculated average annual franchised exit rate is 14.4% across the 3 reported years, using the definition below.
| Year | Franchised at Start | Opened | Reported Exits | At End | Franchise Exit Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 185 | 39 | 22 | 202 | 11.9% |
| 2024 | 202 | 16 | 32 | 186 | 15.8% |
| 2025 | 186 | 2 | 29 | 159 | 15.6% |
Franchised units went from 185 to 159 over 3 years (-26).
Reported exits include terminations, non-renewals, franchisor reacquisitions and other cessations. A reacquired outlet may continue operating, and some reported events may reflect mergers or reopenings. How we calculate the exit rate. How to read the Item 20 outlet tables.
12 units changed owners in 2025.
Item 20 Table 1, PDF p. 84, says 11 of the 2025 franchised territories were sold to existing franchisees and merged into their territories while remaining operational. It separately says 16 franchised territories closed and were no longer operational. Table 3, PDF p. 91, groups 27 outlets under ceased operations - other reasons. The calculated exit column counts all those departures from the separately reported outlet total; it does not measure business shutdowns.
How much do College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise owners make? (Item 19)
Source: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 2026 FDD, Item 19, PDF p. 81.
Item 19 of the 2026 FDD reports all Franchised Locations Average Gross Revenues of $1,554,610 (Calendar Year 2025, 144 franchised locations open full 12 months in 2025 that responded to survey or participated in bookkeeping; an outlet may operate more than one Zone). College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving’s Item 19 reports sales but no profit, costs or owner pay. Rent, payroll, supplies, loan payments and Item 6 fees such as the royalty (7% of Gross Sales) come out of sales before an owner is paid, so these figures cannot show what an owner earns.
See every College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving Item 19 figure, with its period and sample.
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How to interpret College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving’s Item 19 figures and sample limits.
How long is the College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise agreement term?
Source: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 2026 FDD, Item 17, PDF p. 71.
The standard College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise agreement runs 10 years, with renewal terms of 10 years.
How long does it take to open a College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise? (Item 11)
Source: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 2026 FDD, Item 11, PDF p. 52.
Item 11 of the 2026 FDD states the time from signing the franchise agreement to opening: 110 to 140 days.
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Frequently Asked Questions about College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
- How much does it cost to open a College Hunks franchise?
- Item 7 of the 2026 amended FDD estimates $193,100-$345,500 for a combined Junk and Moving franchise in one standard Zone. Its cover separately lists $138,100-$232,000 for Junk only and $191,600-$315,500 for Moving only.
- What are the College Hunks royalty and advertising fees?
- Item 6 lists a 7% in-territory royalty, subject to annual minimums per concept and Zone; permitted outside-territory sales carry an 8% royalty. It also lists a 2% brand development fee, a 1% technology fee currently capped at $35,000 per year, and local advertising at the greater of 8% of monthly Gross Sales or the relevant concept minimum. SLC-booked appointments may add a separate fee.
- What is the initial franchise fee?
- Item 5 of the amended FDD lists $35,000 for one concept in a standard Zone. Concurrent Junk and Moving licenses cost $32,500 per concept, or $65,000 together. Veteran, small-market, conversion and eligible performance-waiver terms are separate.
- What gross revenue does the FDD report?
- Item 19 reports $1,554,610 average and $1,127,776 median 2025 gross revenue for 144 reporting franchised outlets open all year. The group includes multi-Zone operators. The figures are neither owner profit nor a projection for a new single Zone.
Sources
CHHJ FRANCHISING L.L.C. Franchise Disclosure Document, issued April 30, 2026, as amended August 26, 2026, as filed with the Minnesota Commerce (CARDS). Read the source FDD PDF. How to get this FDD yourself.
- Item 5: cited PDF p. 13
- Item 6: cited PDF p. 17
- Item 7: cited PDF p. 29
- Item 19: cited PDF p. 81
- Item 20: cited PDF p. 91
- Agreement term (Item 17): cited PDF p. 71
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Document & verification changelog
- October 29, 2026: Record updated.
- October 22, 2026: Source check completed against the recorded FDD.
- October 22, 2026: Initial cost profile published from the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (issued April 30, 2026).
- August 26, 2026: Amendment date recorded for the source FDD.