What is the Buns On Fire franchisee's obligation regarding the payment of fees before commencing business?

According to the 2025 Buns On Fire Franchise Disclosure Document, the standard requirement to pay the initial franchise fee may be deferred depending on the location of the franchise. For franchisees in California, South Dakota and Illinois, payment of the initial franchise fee is deferred until Buns On Fire has met its pre-opening obligations and the franchisee has started operating their restaurant.

Similarly, for franchisees purchasing a Buns On Fire restaurant in Virginia, the initial franchise fee and other initial payments are deferred until Buns On Fire has completed its pre-opening obligations. This deferral is mandated by the Virginia State Corporation Commission's Division of Securities and Retail Franchising.

In North Dakota, franchisees do not have to pay the initial franchise fee or any other initial fees until the Buns On Fire restaurant commences business and Buns On Fire has fulfilled its initial obligations under the Franchise Agreement. These state-specific addenda modify the standard franchise agreement to comply with local regulations and protect franchisees, particularly regarding initial fee payments.