Mrs V and Judi are right.
When I reached target the first time in 2003, I really was serious about being a consultant. I attended open day and two interviews and then received a letter to say that I didn't make it. They did mention the leaflet and posters, but I was not told about the financial side. Anyway I was gutted, as that was something I really wanted to do.
This time when I reached target, and received a letter with congrats and asked whether I was interested in becoming a consultant, I initially thought I'd give it another go, but, although they did not specify the cost for the franchise, they did say that you could get a loan from one of the banks, to be paid over 2 or 3 years.
That, automatically told me that it would be expensive.
You are also told where to have the classes, and it would take quite some time to have any financial return. I believe, if you have more than 2 groups you have to apply for another franchise.
So all in all, I decided that it was not for me.
And yes, you have to lose a certain amount of weight before they even consider you.