For the Buff City Soap locations represented, what was the median total net sales?
Buff_City_Soap Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
, Occupancy Costs, Operational Expenses, Marketing Expenses, Imputed Royalty), and Average SLEBITDA (Store-Level Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization, which is Gross Profit minus Overhead Costs). These data are broken into two geographic groups: one for the Memphis, TN metropolitan area, and one for the Dallas, TX metropolitan area. As of December 29, 2024, there were 4 BCS Makeries in the Memphis metropolitan area and 4 BCS Makeries in the Dallas Metropolitan area. Table 1 – Net Sales Data for Mature Franchised BCS Makeries
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Source: Item 19 — Financial Performance Representations (FDD pages 59–63)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buff City Soap's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the median total net sales for mature franchised BCS Makeries is disclosed in terciles. For the bottom third, the median total net sales was $389,676. The middle third had a median total net sales of $561,059, and the top third reported $764,955. These figures represent the sales performance of mature franchised Buff City Soap locations that have been open and operating for at least 18 months as of December 29, 2024.
It is important to note that these figures are based on data provided by franchisees and have not been independently audited or verified. The FDD also clarifies that individual results may differ, and there is no assurance that a new franchisee will achieve the same level of sales. The data is divided into three groups (terciles) to show the range of performance among different locations. A prospective franchisee can use this information to understand the potential variability in sales performance and to set realistic expectations.
Buff City Soap defines "Net Sales" as the total selling price of all services and products, and all income of every kind related to each BCS Makery, whether for cash, cash equivalents, or credit. Net Sales includes proceeds from the sale of coupons, gift cards, gift certificates, or vouchers when redeemed at the Makery. Net Sales excludes complimentary products and services (provided that the aggregate amount of such products and services does not exceed 2% of Net Sales for the applicable week), tips and gratuities, and sums collected and actually paid by a Makery for any sales or other excise tax imposed by any duly constituted government authority.
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these financial performance representations, along with other factors such as location, market conditions, and their own management skills, when evaluating the Buff City Soap franchise opportunity. It is advisable to conduct thorough due diligence, including speaking with existing franchisees, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the potential risks and rewards.