What is the fee for Replacement Statements from Aunt Millies Bakeries, and when is it deducted?
Aunt_Millies_Bakeries Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replacement Statements | $1.50 each, with a $5.00 minimum charge | Deducted from weekly settlement | You must pay this fee if you request us to print statements that we have previously furnished you. There is a maximum of $50 charge per calendar year for Replacement Statements. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 13–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aunt Millies Bakeries's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees will be charged for replacement statements if they request printed statements that have been previously furnished. The fee for replacement statements is $1.50 each, with a minimum charge of $5.00. This fee is deducted from the franchisee's weekly settlement.
This means that if a franchisee needs a duplicate statement, perhaps for accounting or record-keeping purposes, Aunt Millies Bakeries will provide it, but at a cost. The minimum charge indicates that even if a franchisee only needs one or two statements, they will still be charged the $5 minimum.
There is a maximum charge of $50 per calendar year for replacement statements. This provides some limit to the amount a franchisee might have to pay for replacement statements in a given year, regardless of how many they request. It is important for prospective Aunt Millies Bakeries franchisees to keep accurate records to minimize the need for replacement statements and avoid these fees.