When is the Transfer Fee – MUFA due for a Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchise?
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 – MUFA is due upon approval of assignment. This fee is payable only if you or your owners engage in an “assignment” as defined in the MUFA (Multi-Unit Franchise Agreement). The amount of the fee is $2,500 multiplied by the number of unexecuted Franchise Agreements remaining on the Development Schedule.
This means that if a Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchisee with a Multi-Unit Franchise Agreement decides to transfer or assign their rights to another party, they will incur this fee. The fee compensates Central Bark Doggy Day Care for the administrative and legal work involved in approving the transfer and updating the franchise agreement. The cost can vary significantly depending on how many franchise agreements are still pending execution under the Development Schedule.
For a prospective Central Bark Doggy Day Care franchisee, it's important to understand the conditions under which this fee is applied. If you anticipate potentially transferring your MUFA rights in the future, you should factor this potential cost into your financial planning. It is also important to review the MUFA carefully to understand what constitutes an "assignment" that would trigger this fee.