How many managerial owners/employees can attend the initial manager training for a Buona franchise without charge?
Buona Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indemnification | Actual costs incurred by us. | As incurred | You have to reimburse us if we are held liable for claims arising from your operation of the development business or incur costs in defending them. |
| Costs and Attorney’s Fees | Actual costs incurred by us. | As incurred | You must reimburse us for costs and attorneys’ fees for enforcement of covenants, for obtaining specific performance of injunctive relief, and if we are successful in an action to enforce the Area Development Agreement. |
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
| Technology Fee | As determined by us based on technology costs for the franchise system. Currently $100 per week | Payable each week. | We will charge this fee via an authorized ACH payment along with royalties. We will give you 60 days prior notice before changing the amount of the fee. |
| Renewal Fee | $7,500 | 30 days prior to the signing of the renewal franchise agreement | |
| Interest on Late Payments | Highest rate of interest permitted by law not to exceed 1.5% per month | As incurred | This interest rate applies to any money you owe us or our affiliate that is more than 7 days overdue and will accrue until the amounts are paid in full. Interest is in addition to service and NSF charges. |
| Service Charges and Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | Currently $250 | Upon demand | Payable if an ACH transaction is not honored. |
| Customer Satisfaction Reimbursement | Actual costs incurred by us. | As incurred | We may, in our sole discretion, remedy any issues with customers of your Buona Business, which may include refunding to the customer any amounts the customer paid to you. You are required to reimburse us for any such refunds we issue. |
| Initial Training | No charge for the first attendee to the ownership training (the operating owner having at least a 10% interest); No charge for the first 5 managerial owners/employees to the initial manager training. Additional parties pay our then current tuition fee which is currently $1,500 per week. | As incurred | The cost of Initial Training (instruction and required materials) is borne by us. All other expenses, including travel, meals and lodging and your employee wages, are your responsibility. Additional owners and managers may attend the initial trai |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 16–23)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, initial manager training is provided at no charge for up to five managerial owners or employees. This is a notable benefit for new franchisees as it reduces the upfront costs associated with training staff. However, this complimentary training only extends to the first five individuals. Any additional attendees will incur a tuition fee, which is currently $1,500 per week per person.
This fee structure encourages franchisees to carefully select the initial team members who will attend the training. It also allows Buona to maintain a manageable training environment and potentially ensure a higher quality of instruction. The franchisee is responsible for all other expenses associated with the training, including travel, meals, lodging, and employee wages for all attendees, even the first five.
Prospective Buona franchisees should factor these costs into their initial budget. While the core training is covered for a limited number of personnel, the additional expenses can add up quickly, especially if the franchise is located far from the training center. It is also important to consider the potential cost of additional training for owners and managers beyond the initial program, as these are not covered under the initial training fee structure.