When are additional funds (3 months) due for a Dq Treat franchise?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of Expenditure | Amount for Captive- Venue Location(1) P | Amount for Street Location(1) P | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is to Be Made(2) P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise | $25,000 | $25,000 | Lump sum | When submit | ADQ |
| Fee(3) | franchise | ||||
| P | application | ||||
| Initial Training Fees and Costs(4) P |
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 24–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dq Treat's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the additional funds, estimated to cover operating expenses for the first three months, are due both prior to opening and as they are incurred. These funds range from $41,000 to $115,000 for a Captive-Venue location and $41,000 to $155,000 for a Street location. These funds are paid to ADQ and its affiliates, employees, or third-party suppliers.
These additional funds are intended to cover initial operating expenses such as managerial salaries, rent, debt service, local advertising, taxes, freight, office expenses, security, PCI compliance, monthly service and support fees related to components of the EPOS system, credit card processing, internet connection, and authorized music systems. However, these estimates do not include hourly labor or food costs beyond the opening inventory costs.
The actual amount needed for these initial three months can vary significantly based on factors such as adherence to Dq Treat's operational systems, the franchisee's management skills, local economic conditions, the market for Dq Treat products, competition, employee compensation, and the sales level achieved during the initial period. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these factors and create a detailed budget to ensure they have sufficient capital to cover these initial operating expenses.