What is the high estimate for ongoing inventory (3 months) for a Cream franchise?
Cream Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment 1 | When Due | To Whom Payment is Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | |||||
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 | Lump sum | Upon signing Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Real Estate (3 Months’ | $18,000 | $60,000 | As arranged | As arranged | Landlord |
| Rent) 2 |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment for ongoing inventory for the first three months of operations ranges from $52,000 to $87,000. This inventory will be purchased from Cream and approved third-party suppliers.
Ongoing inventory includes items such as waffle mix, toppings, beverages, non-branded merchandise, paper products, and branded packaging materials. This estimate is important for prospective franchisees as it represents a significant portion of the initial investment required to start the business.
Franchisees should carefully consider this estimate and plan their finances accordingly to ensure they have sufficient funds to cover these initial inventory costs. It is also important to maintain good relationships with Cream and approved third-party suppliers to ensure a steady supply of inventory.