What agreement must I sign when I sign the Area Development Agreement with Cream?
Cream Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must sign our then-current Franchise Agreement for the development of each Jeni's Ice Creams Scoop Shop in your Development Area and satisfy the development obligations outlined in that Franchise Agreement. You must sign your first Franchise Agreement when you sign the Area Development Agreement and incur the costs associated with developing your first Shop, less the initial franchise fee. See the chart entitled "Your Estimated Initial Investment Franchise Agreement" for information about the current estimated initial investment for the development of your first Jeni's Ice Creams Scoop Shop.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, when you sign the Area Development Agreement, you must also sign the then-current Franchise Agreement for the development of each Cream Scoop Shop in your Development Area. This agreement outlines your development obligations.
Signing the first Franchise Agreement means you will immediately incur the costs associated with developing your first shop, with the initial franchise fee being an exception. The estimated investment for the first shop ranges from $656,000 to $1,225,750. This investment covers various expenditures such as real estate, leasehold improvements, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and initial inventory.
Prospective Cream franchisees should carefully review the Franchise Agreement to understand all obligations, costs, and timelines associated with developing their first shop. Understanding these obligations upfront is crucial for successful area development.