What is the range of estimated costs for the Sign Package for a Buona franchise, and to whom is payment made?
Buona Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel and Living Costs | $51,860 to | As incurred | Before and | Airlines, hotels, |
| While Training(5) | $61,706 | during training | restaurants | |
| Initial Inventory and supplies(6) | $15,000 to $40,000 | Lump Sum | Prior to opening | Our Affiliate and Various Approved Suppliers |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (excluding Sign Package and POS)(7) | $646,411 to $766,492 | As arranged | Prior to opening | Suppliers |
| Sign Package(8) | $47,842 to $72,593 | As arranged | Prior to opening | Supplier |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 23–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for the Sign Package ranges from $47,842 to $72,593. This package includes the costs to acquire and install all interior and exterior signs for the restaurant, excluding sales tax.
The investment in exterior signs is variable and depends on factors such as the number and size of the signs, local labor costs, supplier prices, inflation, and financing costs. All exterior signs and supplies must meet Buona's standards and specifications, comply with government regulations, and be manufactured by an approved supplier.
Payment for the sign package is made to the supplier, with payment terms arranged between the franchisee and the supplier. This payment is due prior to opening the Buona restaurant. Franchisees should consider these variable costs and ensure they work with approved suppliers to meet Buona's standards and local regulations.