Are there any additional fees charged by Big Apple Bagels for the initial training program?
Big_Apple_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
sts to these estimates.
(9) Training Expenses
We do not charge you an additional fee for your initial training. You are responsible for transportation and paying the expenses for your meals and lodging while you attend the training program. These costs will depend on your method of transportation, airfare costs (if applicable), whether you rent a car, and the type of accommodations you choose. We based the estimates on 2 persons attending the training.
For Satellite Stores the low range of $0 applies for existing franchisees opening a Satellite Store, who have demonstrated to our satisfaction that they are proficient in operating their Production Store and do not
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 26–34)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Big Apple Bagels's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor does not charge an additional fee for the initial training program. However, franchisees are responsible for covering their own transportation, meals, and lodging expenses while attending the training. The cost for these expenses will vary depending on factors such as the mode of transportation chosen, airfare costs (if applicable), whether a car is rented, and the type of accommodations selected. The estimates provided are based on two people attending the training program.
For a Big Apple Bagels Satellite Store, the estimated cost for training ranges from $0 to $4,000. The $0 low range applies to existing franchisees who are opening a Satellite Store and have demonstrated proficiency in operating their Production Store, thus not requiring in-person training at the Training Facility. This is a notable benefit for existing franchisees looking to expand with a Satellite Store, as it can significantly reduce their initial investment costs.
For a BAGELS Production Store, the FDD states that while Big Apple Bagels does not charge a training fee, the franchisee is responsible for transportation, meals, and lodging. The FDD provides an estimated range of $2,000 to $5,000 for these expenses. This estimate covers costs associated with hotels, transportation, and restaurants incurred before opening the store. Prospective franchisees should factor these costs into their initial investment calculations and budget accordingly.