In the earlier year presented, what was the gain on the sale of fixed assets for Craters & Freighters?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash and Cash Equivalents | ||
|---|---|---|
| From Operating Income: | ||
| Amortization Expense | 101,989 | 99,763 |
| Depreciation Expense | 26,134 | 21,995 |
| Gain on Sale of Fixed Assets | (15,729) | - |
| Gain on Sale of Marketable Securities | (841) | (3,643) |
| Bad Debt Expense | 10,000 | 24,928 |
| Non-Cash Lease Expense | 1,865 | 83,132 |
| Unrealized Holding (Gain) Loss on Marketable Securities | (97,174) | 69,301 |
| Reinvested Dividends | (13,827) | (13,279) |
| (Increase) Decrease in Assets: | ||
| Accounts Receivable | 138,330 | (159,098) |
| Prepaid Expenses and Deposits | (166,615) | 462 |
| (Decrease) Increase in Liabilities: | ||
| Accounts Payable | (179,894) | 225,116 |
| Accrued Bonus | (132,340) | 132,340 |
| Accrued Liabilities and Payables | 1,332 | (3,152) |
| Operating Lease Liability Change | - | (70,918) |
| Net Cash Flows from Operating Activities | 2,306,460 | 2,844,694 |
| Cash Flows from Investing Activities: | ||
| Investment in Software Development | (113,648) | (106,716) |
| Proceeds from Sale of Investments | 77,025 | 77,160 |
| Purchase of Investments | (71,427) | (71,880) |
| Due from Related Party | (163,077) | (16,876) |
| Note Receivable | (100,000) | (60,000) |
| Purchase of Property and Equipment | (89,688) | - |
| Net Cash Flows from Investing Activities | (460,815) | (178,312) |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–193)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Craters & Freighters Franchise Disclosure Document, the gain on the sale of fixed assets for the earlier year presented is not explicitly stated as a positive value. The table provided shows adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash and cash equivalents.
For the earlier year, the gain on the sale of fixed assets is listed as "-", indicating there was no gain recorded for that period. In contrast, the more recent year shows a gain on the sale of fixed assets of ($15,729), which is presented as a negative number.
This information is relevant to prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the company's financial activities related to asset disposal and how these activities impact cash flow. Understanding these adjustments can help franchisees assess the financial health and operational decisions of Craters & Freighters.