To whom are the payments for furniture, fixtures, and equipment paid 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 |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 17–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, payments for furniture, fixtures, and equipment are made to approved third-party suppliers. This is outlined in the estimated initial investment table.
The cost for furniture, fixtures, and equipment is estimated to be between $70,000 and $134,000. These costs cover items such as pint freezers, staging freezers, dipping cabinets, under-counter fridges, waffle irons, hand sinks, dip wells, safes, shelving units, walk-in freezers, trash cans, 3-comp sinks, mop sinks, beverage merchandisers, stools, and lockers. The exact amount will vary based on the size of the shop, the quantity of items purchased, and local market conditions.
Prospective franchisees should confirm with Cream a list of approved third-party suppliers for furniture, fixtures, and equipment. It is also important to understand the payment terms required by these suppliers, as the FDD states that payments are arranged with the suppliers themselves. Franchisees should also inquire about any potential discounts or financing options that may be available through these approved suppliers.