What is the estimated range for Signage including Menuboards for a Checkersrallys Site Built Restaurant?
Checkersrallys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of expenditure | Amount | Method of payment | When Due | To whom payment is to be made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (See Note 1) | $20,000 - $30,000 | Lump sum | At time of signing the Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Initial Advertising Deposit | $15,000 | Lump sum | When you begin construction at the Premises | National Production Fund |
| Asset Transfer Fee | $0 - $10,000 | Lump Sum | At time of signing the Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Restaurant Building (See Note 2) | $322,062- $739,445 | Dependent upon bank financing | As agreed | Contractors, Suppliers, Lending Institutions |
| Restaurant Equipment & Technology | $193,260- $329,538 | As incurred | On ordering | Suppliers |
| Soft Costs (See Note 3) | $50,000- $89,710 | Dependent upon bank financing | Dependent upon bank financing | Contractors, Suppliers, Lending Institutions |
| Signage including | $29,050- | As incurred | On ordering | Us or Other |
| Menuboards | $134,081 | Supplier | ||
| Inventory (See Note | $4,000 - | As incurred | When delivered | Suppliers |
| 4) | $12,000 | |||
| Column 1 Type of expenditure | Column 2 Amount | Column 3 Method of payment | Column 4 When Due | Column 5 To whom payment is to be made |
| Additional Funds - 3 Months (See Note 5) | $50,000 - $120,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Employees, suppliers, utilities, etc. |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (exclusive of real estate and related costs (see Note 2 and 6)) | $683,372 - $1,479,774 |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 30–39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Checkersrallys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment for signage, including menuboards, for a Site Built Restaurant ranges from $29,050 to $134,081. This expenditure is typically incurred as the signage and menuboards are ordered. Payment is made to Checkersrallys or another designated supplier.
This cost is part of the broader initial investment required to start a Checkersrallys franchise. Prospective franchisees should factor this amount into their overall budget. The wide range suggests that costs can vary significantly based on factors such as the size and complexity of the signage, the type of menuboards selected, and the supplier used.
Understanding these costs is crucial for financial planning. Franchisees should discuss with Checkersrallys the specific factors that could influence the cost of signage and menuboards to develop a realistic budget. It is also important to confirm whether Checkersrallys mandates the use of specific suppliers, as this could affect pricing and options.