What was the franchise fee receivable for B Bops in 2022?
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 Distrib |
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD pages 52–53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the reconciliation of net income to net cash provided by operating activities includes a franchise fee receivable. In 2022, the franchise fee receivable was $203. This indicates the amount of franchise fees that B Bops had earned but not yet collected in cash as of the end of that year.
For a prospective B Bops franchisee, this figure provides insight into the company's revenue recognition and collection practices. A relatively small franchise fee receivable might suggest that B Bops is efficient in collecting its fees or that it is not granting many new franchises. Conversely, a large receivable could indicate potential issues with franchisees paying on time or aggressive franchise sales tactics.
It's important to note that this receivable is just one component of B Bops's overall financial health. Franchisees should consider this figure in conjunction with other financial metrics, such as total revenue, expenses, and cash flow, to get a comprehensive understanding of the company's financial performance. Additionally, prospective franchisees may want to inquire about B Bops's policies for managing and collecting franchise fees to assess the potential risk of non-payment.