Can Crave Cookies receive rebates from vendors based on franchisee purchases?

According to Crave Cookies' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Crave Cookies Franchising has the ability to negotiate prices and terms with vendors on behalf of the entire Crave Cookies system. This means they can leverage the collective buying power of all franchisees to potentially secure better deals.

Specifically, Crave Cookies Franchising is permitted to receive rebates, payments, or other forms of consideration from vendors based on the purchases made by franchisees. They also have the option, but not the obligation, to collect payments from franchisees on behalf of a vendor and then remit those payments to the vendor. In doing so, Crave Cookies Franchising can impose a reasonable markup or charge to franchisees for administering this payment program.

Furthermore, Crave Cookies Franchising has the option to implement a centralized purchasing system or establish a purchasing cooperative, which franchisees may be required to join and participate in under terms and conditions set by Crave Cookies Franchising. This gives Crave Cookies Franchising significant control over the supply chain and vendor relationships within the franchise system. A prospective franchisee should inquire about how these rebates are used and whether they benefit the franchisees directly through lower costs or other means.