What are 'Enforcement Costs' for a Burneys Sweets More franchise?
Burneys_Sweets_More Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Name of Fee1 | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance Premium Reimbursement | Actual out-of-pocket costs; varies according to plan and provider. | Upon demand. | If you do not purchase the required insurance, we may purchase it and you must reimburse us. |
| Enforcement Costs | Our costs and expenses. | As incurred. | You must pay our costs of enforcement (including attorneys' fees and costs) if you do not comply with the Franchise Agreement. |
| Continued Operation After Expiration | Greater of $1,000 per month or 150% of royalties per month. | Monthly | If we permit you continue to operate the Franchised Business on a month-to month basis after expiration of the Franchise Agreement, then you must pay to us, in addition to all Royalties and other fees due to us, a monthly fee equal to the greater of $1,000 or 150% of the royalties due for the same month for every month during the month-to-month operations, up to our then-current initial franchise fee. |
| Insufficient Funds | $25 plus any fee charged us for uncollected funds. | Upon notice | Failure to have sufficient funds available for payments to us. |
| Failure to attend required training/convention | Increase royalty by up to 1% for balance of calendar year. | Upon notice of infraction. Will be collected by EFT. | Additional royalty to compensate us for your failure to attend training/convention. |
| Quality Control Review Services | Our costs and expenses. | As incurred. | If we implement a quality control program, you will pay your share of the costs and expenses of the program. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 11–17)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burneys Sweets More's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Enforcement Costs are the costs and expenses incurred by Burneys Sweets More if a franchisee fails to comply with the Franchise Agreement. These costs are not a fixed amount but rather depend on the specific circumstances of the non-compliance and the resulting enforcement actions required.
These costs are due as they are incurred by Burneys Sweets More. This means a franchisee could face unpredictable expenses if they violate the Franchise Agreement, as they are responsible for covering Burneys Sweets More's enforcement-related financial burdens. These costs can include attorney's fees and other associated expenses.
Prospective Burneys Sweets More franchisees should carefully review the Franchise Agreement to understand what constitutes non-compliance and take steps to avoid violations. Understanding the terms and conditions of the agreement can help franchisees minimize the risk of incurring enforcement costs and maintain a positive relationship with Burneys Sweets More.