For an Auntie Annes franchise, from whom must the equipment package be purchased or leased?
Auntie_Annes Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
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- Equipment Package. You must purchase or lease from an Approved Supplier certain equipment (like kitchen equipment) and machinery that complies with our Standards (and for a Co-Branded Shop, the standards of the Co-Branded Franchisor too). Your actual
| Expenditure | • | | Payment | Are Due | | Equipment Package 4 | $10,300 | $46,500 | Lump sum | Before opening | Vendors |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 44–54)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Auntie Annes's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must purchase or lease the equipment package from an Approved Supplier. This equipment includes specific kitchen equipment and machinery that adheres to Auntie Anne's standards, and also the standards of any Co-Branded Franchisor if applicable.
The actual costs for this equipment package can vary based on several factors. These factors include local building codes and health requirements specific to the state where the Auntie Anne's shop is located.
The FDD indicates that the estimated initial investment for the equipment package ranges from $10,300 to $46,500. This amount is paid as a lump sum before opening the Auntie Anne's location to the vendors. This cost is only an estimate, and the franchisee should confirm the actual cost with the Approved Supplier.