How much is the initial franchise fee for a Cinnaholic bakery?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ITEM 7 ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (See Note 1) | $40,000 for each Bakery | Lump Sum | Will be prepaid as part of the Development Fee that is paid upon |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 18–21)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial franchise fee is $40,000 for each bakery. This fee is typically prepaid as part of the Development Fee when signing a Development Agreement. The Development Fee depends on the number of bakeries the franchisee commits to developing.
In most cases, the Development Fee is credited against the initial franchise fee for each bakery that is developed and opened according to the agreed-upon Development Schedule. However, if a bakery is not established according to the schedule, the portion of the Development Fee that would have been credited towards the initial franchise fee for that particular bakery will be forfeited and retained by Cinnaholic.
The initial franchise fee grants the franchisee access to Cinnaholic's Operations Manual and initial training for up to two individuals responsible for the bakery's day-to-day operations. It is important to note that the initial franchise fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.