Does Craters & Freighters generally own or lease the premises of any franchised business to franchisees?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We do not generally own and lease the premises of any Craters & Freighters Franchised Business to any franchisee.
(3) We will provide you mandatory or suggested specifications for the premises of a Craters & Freighters Franchised Business including but not limited to those involving dimensions, design, image, interior layout, décor, fixtures, equipment, computer hardware and software, signs, and color scheme which we have approved based on our standards for quality, design, appearance, function, and performance. (See Section 4.3 of the Franchise Agreement).
(4) We will review your construction plans and specifications for your Franchised Business. (See Section 4.3 of the Franchise Agreement).
You are solely responsible, at your own expense, for all of the following relating to developing and furnishing the Premises: (i) securing all required financing; (ii) obtaining all required permits and licenses; (iii) complying with all required permits and licenses; (iv) complying with all applicable laws and the Lease; (v) constructing all required improvements and decorating the Premises in compliance with the approved construction plans and our then-current specifications relating to approved brands, types, or models; (vi) purchasing and installing all required fixtures, equipment, and signs required for the Premises; (vii) placing or displaying at the Premises (interior and exterior) only such signs, emblems, lettering, logos, and display materials that Franchisor approves from time to time; and (viii) purchasing an opening inventory of materials and supplies, including the equipment.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Craters & Freighters Franchise Disclosure Document, Craters & Freighters does not generally own or lease the premises for franchised businesses to its franchisees. However, Craters & Freighters will use reasonable efforts to assist franchisees in locating a suitable site for their franchised business.
While Craters & Freighters offers assistance in site selection, the franchisee is ultimately responsible for all costs associated with developing and furnishing the premises. This includes securing financing, obtaining permits and licenses, complying with applicable laws and leases, constructing improvements, decorating the premises according to approved plans, and purchasing all necessary fixtures, equipment, and signs.
This arrangement is typical in many franchise systems, where the franchisee bears the responsibility for securing and outfitting their location. Prospective Craters & Freighters franchisees should carefully consider these costs and responsibilities when evaluating the franchise opportunity.