How often is the Buona Technology Fee payable?
Buona Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 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. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 16–23)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Technology Fee is payable each week. The amount of this fee is determined by Buona based on the technology costs for the franchise system. Currently, this fee is set at $100 per week.
Buona will collect the Technology Fee through an authorized ACH payment, which will be processed along with royalty payments. This means franchisees need to ensure they have sufficient funds available in their designated bank account to cover both the royalty and technology fee amounts each week.
It's important to note that Buona will provide franchisees with a 60-day prior notice before changing the amount of the Technology Fee. This advance notice allows franchisees to adjust their financial planning accordingly. While the fee is currently $100 per week, prospective franchisees should be aware that this amount can fluctuate based on the franchisor's technology costs.