What was the depreciation and amortization expense for Bw Premier Collection in 2022?
Bw_Premier_Collection Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| (in thousands) | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Depreciation of property and equipment | $ 1,805 | $ 2,111 |
| Amortization of computer software | 12,684 | 10,064 |
| Depreciation and amortization of property, equipment and computer software | 14,489 | 12,175 |
| Depreciation of hotel investments (Note 7) | 2,477 | 1,377 |
| Amortization of goodwill and other intangible assets (Note 15) | 1,196 | 1,196 |
| Depreciation and amortization | $ 18,162 As of November 30, | $ 14,748 |
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 54–203)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bw Premier Collection's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total depreciation and amortization expense for the year 2022 was $14,748,000. This figure represents the combined expense related to the depreciation of property and equipment, amortization of computer software, depreciation of hotel investments, and amortization of goodwill and other intangible assets.
Breaking down the components of this total, depreciation of property and equipment accounted for $2,111,000, while amortization of computer software amounted to $10,064,000. Depreciation of hotel investments was $1,377,000, and amortization of goodwill and other intangible assets totaled $1,196,000. These individual figures contribute to the overall depreciation and amortization expense reported for Bw Premier Collection in 2022.
For a prospective franchisee, understanding these expenses is crucial as they reflect the wear and tear on assets and the allocation of the cost of intangible assets over their useful lives. Higher depreciation and amortization expenses can impact the profitability of Bw Premier Collection, and it's important to consider how these expenses might affect the financial performance of a franchise location. Franchisees should also be aware of the accounting methods used to calculate these expenses, as they can influence the reported figures.