What is the Cream relocation fee?
Cream Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks 1, 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relocation Fee | $7,500, plus reimbursement of our costs and fees | As incurred | If you request to relocate your Shop and we approve your request, you must pay a relocation fee. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 13–17)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee requests to relocate their shop and Cream approves the request, the franchisee must pay a relocation fee. This relocation fee is $7,500, plus reimbursement of Cream's costs and fees associated with the relocation. This fee is due as incurred.
Relocation fees are common in franchising, as the franchisor typically incurs costs in evaluating and approving a new location to ensure it meets brand standards and market potential. The relocation fee is in addition to any construction or leasehold improvement costs at the new location, which the franchisee will also bear.
It is important for a prospective Cream franchisee to understand all the potential costs associated with relocating a shop, including not only the relocation fee itself but also the reimbursement of Cream's costs and fees. Franchisees should inquire about what specific costs and fees they might expect to reimburse to Cream in the event of a relocation. This will allow the franchisee to make an informed decision about whether relocation is financially feasible.