What is the Transfer Fee for a Central Bark Doggy Day Care MUFA based on?
Central_Bark_Doggy_Day_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer Fee – MUFA | $2,500 multiplied by the number of unexecuted Franchise Agreements remaining on the Development Schedule | Upon approval of assignment | Payable only if you or your owners engage in an “assignment” as defined in the MUFA. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES1 (FDD pages 13–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Central Bark Doggy Day Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the transfer fee for a Multi-Unit Franchise Agreement (MUFA) is $2,500. This fee is multiplied by the number of unexecuted Franchise Agreements remaining on the Development Schedule. This fee is payable upon approval of the assignment.
For a prospective Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchisee, this means that if they decide to transfer their MUFA to another party, they will need to pay this transfer fee. The amount will depend on how many individual franchise agreements are still pending under the development schedule at the time of the transfer. For example, if a franchisee has a MUFA for 5 units and has only opened 2, the transfer fee would be $2,500 multiplied by 3 (the remaining unexecuted agreements), totaling $7,500.
This fee covers Central Bark Doggy Day Care's administrative costs and efforts in approving the transfer and ensuring the new franchisee meets their standards. It is important for potential franchisees to understand this fee and factor it into their financial planning, especially if they anticipate the possibility of transferring their MUFA in the future. This is a fairly standard practice in franchising, as franchisors need to vet and approve any new owners to protect their brand and system.