What was the change in notes receivable for Bumble Roofing in 2023, as restated?
Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
IDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEARS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024, 2023, AND 2022
| 2024 | 2023 ("As Restated") | 2022 ("As Restated") | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash Flows from Operating Activities: | |||
| Net income | $ 20,459,018 | $ 9,920,680 | $ 6,089,513 |
| Adjustments to reconcile net income | |||
| to net cash provided by operating activities: | |||
| Bad debt expense | 300,531 | 59,046 | 82,201 |
| Depreciation and amortization | 10,773,355 | 7,910,727 | 5,494,567 |
| Lease expense | 940,945 | 519,344 | - |
| Operating lease payments | (657,754) | (265,181) | - |
| Changes in assets and liabilities: | (0.000.10=) | (=00.000) | (0.044.045) |
| Royalties and accounts receivable | (2,099,495) | (729,389) | (2,044,615) |
| Rebates receivable | (73,676) | (1,815,484) | (47.454) |
| Notes receivable | (403,653) | 113,076 | (17,454) |
| Inventory Prepaid expenses and other assets | (246,248) | (1,043,705) | (122,300) |
| 1,348,125 | 192,280 | (976,687) | |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | 153,274 | 2,121,617 | 925,000 |
| Deferred revenues on franchise sales | (1,253,452) , , , , | (824,331) | 1,337,600 |
| Customer deposits | (502,153) | 706,594 | (306,386 |
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the change in notes receivable during 2023 was an increase of $113,076. This figure is part of the adjustments made to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities.
This increase in notes receivable suggests that Bumble Roofing collected less cash than the revenue it recognized during that period. This could be due to extended payment terms offered to clients or other factors affecting the timing of cash collection.
A prospective franchisee should investigate the reasons behind this change and understand Bumble Roofing's policies regarding notes receivable. Understanding the company's cash flow dynamics and how they manage receivables is crucial for assessing the financial health and stability of the franchise system.