What were the total 70000 Other Admin Expenses for Ella Cafe in April 2024?
Ella_Cafe Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
362.00 |
Franchise Account Profit and Loss
January 2024 - July 2024
| Jan 2024 | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | Jun 2024 | Jul 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income | |||||||
| Services | 100,000.00 | ||||||
| Total Income | $ 0.00 | $100,000.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| Cost of Goods Sold | |||||||
| Cost of goods sold | |||||||
| Subcontractor expenses | 10,000.00 | 70,000.00 | |||||
| Total Cost of goods sold | $ 0.00 | $ 10,000.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 70,000.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| Total Cost of Goods Sold | $ 0.00 | $ 10,000.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 70,000.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| Gross Profit | $ 0.00 | $ 90,000.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | -$ 70,000.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| Expenses | |||||||
| 70000 Other Admin Expenses | |||||||
| 70010 Bank Charges and Fees | 15.00 | 40.00 | 40.00 | 90.00 | 25.00 | ||
| Total 70000 Other Admin Expenses | $ 15.00 | $ 40.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 40.00 | $ 90.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 25.00 |
| General business expenses | |||||||
| Bank fees & service charges | 15.00 | ||||||
| Total General business expenses | $ 0.00 | $ 15.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| Uncategorized Expense | 5,000.00 | ||||||
| Total Expenses | $ 15.00 | $ 55.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 40.00 | $ 90.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 5,025.00 |
| Net Operating Income | -$ 15.00 | $ 89,945.00 | $ 0.00 | -$ 40.00 | -$ 70,090.00 | $ 0.00 | -$ 5, |
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD pages 49–50)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Ella Cafe's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total 70000 Other Admin Expenses for April 2024 were $40.00. This figure is part of the Franchise Account Profit and Loss statement covering January 2024 through July 2024. The statement provides a monthly breakdown of income, cost of goods sold, gross profit, and expenses.
For a prospective Ella Cafe franchisee, understanding these administrative expenses is crucial for budgeting and financial planning. While $40.00 may seem insignificant, it's important to note that this only represents one specific category of expenses for a single month. Reviewing the trends across all expense categories and months can provide a more comprehensive view of the operating costs.
It's also worth noting that the statement includes a line item for '70010 Bank Charges and Fees,' which also amounted to $40.00 in April 2024. This is included in the total 70000 Other Admin Expenses. Franchisees should inquire about what other costs are included in the 'Other Admin Expenses' category to fully understand what this entails.
Prospective franchisees should analyze these financial statements carefully and compare them to their own projected revenues and expenses. It is important to consider that these are unaudited figures, as noted in the FDD, and may not reflect the complete financial picture. Consulting with a financial advisor is recommended to fully assess the financial viability of an Ella Cafe franchise.