When are business licenses due for a Burneys Sweets More franchise?
Burneys_Sweets_More Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF EXPENDITURE | AMOUNT | METHOD OF PAYMENT | WHEN DUE | TO WHOM PAYMENT IS MADE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOW | HIGH | ||||
| PRE-OPENING COSTS1 | |||||
| Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $20,000 | Lump sum | Due on signing Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Inventory2 | $8,800 | $27,500 | Vendor terms | Within 0 - 30 days of order | Approved vendors |
| Lease3 | $22,000 | $82,500 | Landlord terms | Monthly, depending on lease agreement | Landlord |
| Leasehold Improvements and Fixtures4 | $22,000 | $300,000 | Lump sum or (possibly) amortized by landlord | Varies depending on your contract with supplier | Supplier or Landlord |
| Furnishings | $1,100 | $20,000 | As incurred | Varies depending on your contract with supplier | Approved suppliers |
| Signage | $880 | $8,800 | As incurred | Varies depending on your contract with supplier | Approved suppliers |
| TYPE OF EXPENDITURE | AMOUNT LOW | HIGH | METHOD OF PAYMENT | WHEN DUE | TO WHOM PAYMENT IS MADE |
| Equipment and Smallwares5 | $55,000 | $154,000 | As incurred | Varies depending on contract with supplier | Approved supplier |
| Point of Sale | $1,500 | $1,899 | As incurred | Monthly | Approved |
| System6 | supplier | ||||
| Deposits7 | $440 | $2,200 | Lump sum | Usually before opening | Landlord, utili- ties, phone co. |
| Insurance8 | $3,300 | $5,500 | As incurred | Varies depending on contract with supplier. | Approved supplier |
| Business Licenses | $28 | $330 | As incurred | Varies depending on jurisdiction | Local, state, federal government; approved vendors |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–20)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burneys Sweets More's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the cost for business licenses ranges from $28 to $330. These licenses are due as incurred, with payments made to local, state, or federal government entities, or to approved vendors.
This "as incurred" payment schedule means that the timing of when these licenses are due will depend on the specific requirements of the jurisdiction where the Burneys Sweets More franchise is located. Some licenses may be required before opening, while others may be due annually or at other intervals. It is the franchisee's responsibility to understand and comply with all applicable licensing requirements.
Prospective Burneys Sweets More franchisees should contact the relevant local, state, and federal agencies to determine the specific licenses required for their location and the corresponding due dates. They can also consult with approved vendors who may assist with the licensing process. Careful planning and timely payment of business licenses are essential for maintaining compliance and avoiding potential penalties.