What was the total value of Deka Lash's property and equipment at cost on 2/31/2023?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
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February 24, 2024
| 1 | 2/31/2023 | . 1 | 2/31/2022 | 7 1 | 12/31/2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASSETS | ||||||
| CURRENT ASSETS | ||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful | $ | 402,347 | S | 415,665 | 5 | 507,842 |
| accounts of $28,000, $6,718 and $6,718, respectively | 250,199 | 716,829 | 420,834 | |||
| Prepaid expenses | 139,044 | 186,830 | 293,204 | |||
| Inventory | 662,468 | 751,095 | 884,592 | |||
| Accrued interest - notes receivable | 1.618 | |||||
| Notes receivable - related parties | 514,485 | 99,990 | 14,470 | |||
| Current portion of notes receivable | 13,414 | 29,950 | ||||
| Current maturities of deferred direct franchising costs | _ | 569,298 | _ | 564,211 | _ | 510,978 |
| TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS | 2,551,255 | 2,766,188 | Ξ | 2,631,920 | ||
| PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, at cost | 140,284 | 200,047 | 103,776 | |||
| Less: accumulated depreciation | _ | (119,092) | _ | (101,144) | _ | (87,705 |
| TOTAL PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT | _ | 21,192 | 98,903 | _ | 16,071 | |
| OTHER ASSETS | ||||||
| Intangible assets, net | 34,891 | 50,141 | 51,672 | |||
| Notes receivable, net of current portion | 17,500 | 74,100 | ||||
| Deferred direct franchising costs, net of current | 2,593,893 | 3,072,873 | 3,048,017 | |||
| Deposits | _ | _ | 11,010 | _ | 3,719 | |
| TOTAL OTHER ASSETS | _ | 2,646,284 | 3,208,124 | _ | 3,103,408 | |
| TOTAL ASSETS | $ | 5,218,731 | $ | 6,073,215 | $ | 5,751,399 |
| LIABILITIES AND MEMB | ER'S | CAPITAL | ||||
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | ||||||
| Accounts payable | 5 | 372,771 | 5 | 143,996 | 5 | 118,334 |
| Accrued liabilities | 425,702 | 491,506 | 405,831 | |||
| Current maturities of deferred franchise fees | 1,159,901 | 1,183,930 | 1,08 |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 63–234)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deka Lash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total value of property and equipment at cost on 2/31/2023 was $140,284. This figure represents the original cost of all property and equipment owned by Deka Lash before accounting for any depreciation. Depreciation is the reduction in the value of an asset over time, due to wear and tear, obsolescence, or other factors.
It is important to note that the net value of property and equipment, which is the original cost less accumulated depreciation, was $21,192 on 2/31/2023. This net value provides a more accurate picture of the current worth of Deka Lash's property and equipment. The accumulated depreciation as of that date was $119,092.
A prospective franchisee should consider these figures in the context of Deka Lash's overall financial health and investment strategy. Understanding the composition and value of the company's assets can provide insights into its operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. Additionally, comparing these figures to previous years can reveal trends in Deka Lash's capital expenditures and asset management practices.
Note that the date listed in the table, 2/31/2023, is not a valid date, as February only has 28 days in a common year and 29 days in a leap year. This may be a typographical error in the FDD, and prospective franchisees may want to confirm this date with the franchisor.