What was the cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year for B Bops in 2024?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
2021
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash Flows from Operating Activities | ||||
| Cash Provided by Operating Activities Operating Revenue Interest Accrued Reconciliation of Net Income to Net Cash | $ 171,308 | $ 153,244 | $ 168,937 | $ 155,330 |
| 20,000 | 9,599 | 3,144 | 3,506 | |
| Provided by Operating Activities: Franchise Fee Receivable Accounts Payable | $ (30,422) | $ (1,732) | $ 203 | $ (2,318) |
| 7,596 | (487) | 487 | (41,912) | |
| $ 168,482 | $ 160,624 | $ 172,771 | $ 114,606 | |
| Cash Disbursed for Operating Activities: Professional Fees Bank Charges Salaries Payroll Taxes | $ (22,283) | $ (20,398) | $ (20,472) | $ (14,989) |
| (572) | (502) | (504) | (519) | |
| - | - | - | (100,000) | |
| - | - | - | (1,450) | |
| Net Cash Provided (Used) by Operating Activities | $ 145,627 | $ 139,724 | $ 151,795 | $ (2,352) |
| Cash Flows from Investing Activities: | ||||
| Investment in Note Receivable - Related Party | $ - | $ (20,608) | $ 32,380 | $ (3,034) |
| Investment in Note Receivable - Shareholder | (62,579) | (3,222) | (3,144) | |
| Net Cash Provided (Used) by Investing Activities | $ (62,579) | $ (23,830) | $ 29,236 | $ (3,034) |
| Cash Flows from Financing Activities: | ||||
| Shareholder Distributions | $ (7,596) | $ - | $ | $ |
| Net Cash Used by Financing Activities | $ (7,596) | $ | $ | $ |
| Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents | $ 75,452 | $ 115,894 | $ 181,031 | $ (5,386) |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year | $ 467,403 | $ 351,509 | $ 170,478 | $ 175,864 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year | $ 542,855 | $ 467,403 | $ 351,509 | $ 170 |
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD pages 52–53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year (January 1, 2024) was $467,403. This indicates the amount of liquid assets B Bops had readily available to start the 2024 fiscal year.
For a prospective franchisee, understanding the franchisor's cash position can be important. A healthy cash balance suggests financial stability and the ability to support franchisees. It can also reflect the overall health and profitability of the B Bops franchise system.
However, it is essential to consider this figure in conjunction with other financial metrics and information provided in the FDD, such as liabilities, revenues, and expenses, to gain a comprehensive understanding of B Bops's financial health. Additionally, prospective franchisees should compare these figures with previous years to identify any trends or potential concerns.