Which sections of the Cinnabon franchise agreement are revised to replace 'then-current initial franchise fee' with 'then-current initial franchise fee for an Express Bakery'?

According to the 2025 Cinnabon Franchise Disclosure Document, there are specific revisions to the franchise agreement that replace the standard initial franchise fee language with language specific to Express Bakeries. These revisions affect sections dealing with the transfer of the franchise and renewal terms.

Specifically, Sections 16.3.K (Control Transfer), 16.4 (Non-Control Transfers), 16.5 (Related Party Transfers), and 18.2.D (Reinstatement Fee) are revised. In each of these sections, any mention of the 'then-current initial franchise fee' is replaced with 'then-current initial franchise fee for an Express Bakery.' This indicates that the initial franchise fee for an Express Bakery differs from the standard initial franchise fee.

Additionally, Section 2.2.B(ii) (Conditions for Renewal Term) is also revised to replace 'then-current Initial Franchise Fee' with 'then-current Initial Franchise Fee for Express Bakeries.' This adjustment ensures that the renewal terms for an Express Bakery franchise accurately reflect the applicable initial franchise fee for that specific type of Cinnabon business. Prospective franchisees should note these distinctions, as the financial obligations and conditions for transfer and renewal will vary depending on whether they operate a standard Cinnabon bakery or an Express Bakery.