What was the utilities cost for the Buona dual concept at Store 17?
Buona Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 3.9% | | 3.0% Rainbow Cone Brand Marketing | | | | Fund (19) | 3,257 | 0.1% | | 6.0% Rainbow Cone Royalty (20) | 6,513 | 0.2% | | Income (21) | 778,843 | 18.8% |
| Dual Concepts | Store 15 Store 16 | Store 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUONA Restaurant Sales (1) | 2,265,857 | 86.0% 3,028,339 87.7% | 2,298,549 83.0% |
| BUONA Catering Sales (2) | 207,552 7.9% | 189,514 5.5% 257,682 9.3% | |
| Rainbow Cone Sales (3) | 162,742 6.2% | 235,873 6.8% 213,032 7.7% | |
| Total Gross Sales | 2,636,151 | 100.0% 3,453,726 100.0% | 2,769,263 100.0% |
| Food Cost (4) | 775,488 29.4% 1,010,583 29.3% | 812,369 29.3% | |
| Packaging Cost (5) | 80,878 3.1% | 97,547 2.8% 83,225 3.0% | |
| Gross Profit (6) | 1,779,785 | 67.5% 2,345,596 67.9% | 1,873,669 67.7% |
| Salaries & Wages (7) | 667,489 25.3% | 825,826 23.9% 750,397 27.1% | |
| Employee Benefits (8) | 114,615 4.3% | 151,058 4.4% 126,490 4.6% | |
| Direct Operating Expenses (9) | 31,510 1.2% | 24,822 0.7% 26,363 1.0% | |
| Supplies & Chemicals (10) | 35,131 1.3% | 47,323 1.4% 34,903 1.3% | |
| Utilities (11) | 64,292 2.4% 101,873 2.9% | 66,475 2.4% | |
| General & Administrative (12) | 118,923 4.5% | 121,718 3.5% 125,101 4.5% | |
| Repairs & Maintenance (13) | 100,912 3.8% | 43,522 1.3% 31,055 1.1% | |
| Sales Incentives (14) | 161,316 6.1% | 171,074 5.0% 142,741 5.2% | |
| Tech Fee (15) | 5,200 0.2% 5,200 0.2% | 5,200 0.2% | |
| Local Advertising (16) | 26,362 1.0% | 34,537 1.0% 27,693 1.0% | |
| 2.5% BUONA Brand Marketing Fund | |||
| (17) | 61,835 2.3% | 80,446 2.3% 63,906 2.3% | |
| 4.0% BUONA Royalty (18) | 98,936 3.8% | 128,714 3.7% 102,249 3.7% | |
| 3.0% Rainbow Cone Brand Marketing | |||
| Fund (19) | 4,882 0.2% 7,076 0.2% | 6,391 0.2% | |
| 6.0% Rainbow Cone Royalty (20) | 9,765 0.4% | 14,152 0.4% 12,782 0.5% | |
| Income (21) | 278,617 10.6% 588,254 17.0% | 351,923 12.7% | |
| Local Advertising (16) | 48,889 | 1.0% | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2.5% BUONA |
Source: Item 19 — FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPRESENTATIONS (FDD pages 60–75)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the utilities cost for the dual concept store identified as Store 17 was $66,475. This figure represents 2.4% of the store's total gross sales, which amounted to $2,769,263. The FDD defines 'Utilities' to include expenses for electricity, gas, water and sewer, and garbage collection.
It's important to note that this data reflects the performance of a single affiliate-owned location and may not be representative of results a franchisee can expect to achieve. Factors such as location, management, local economic conditions, and competition can significantly impact a store's financial performance. The FDD indicates that the data source is the income statements for each restaurant, prepared internally and consistent with generally accepted accounting principles. However, this information has not been audited.
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these figures in conjunction with other information provided in the FDD and conduct their own independent investigation and due diligence. Understanding the components of the utilities expenses and how they may vary based on local rates and consumption patterns is crucial for accurate financial planning. Speaking with existing Buona franchisees can provide additional insights into typical utility costs and potential strategies for managing these expenses.
Furthermore, it is essential to understand that the historical results of affiliate-owned restaurants do not guarantee similar performance for franchised locations. While the FDD provides some financial information, prospective franchisees should consult with financial advisors and legal counsel to assess the risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Buona franchise.