What was the total Loss From Investment in Limited Liability Company for Gold Star?
Gold_Star Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Net Sales | $ | 23,132,556 | $ | - | $ | 2,972,196 | $ | - $ | 26,104,752 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Sales | _ | 8,296,902 | _ | 769,402 | 9,066,304 | ||||
| Gross Profit | 14,835,654 | - | 2,202,794 | - | 17,038,448 | ||||
| Selling, General and | 12.072.620 | 702 529 | 2 225 042 | (465.260) | 16 526 040 | ||||
| Administrative Expenses | - | 13,973,638 | - | 703,528 | 2,325,043 | - | (465,260) | 16,536,949 | |
| Income (Loss) From Operations | _ | 862,016 | _ | (703,528) | (122,249) | 465,260 | 501,499 | ||
| Other Income (Expenses) | |||||||||
| Rental Income | 1,242,372 | 2,157,301 | _ | (479,628) | 2,920,045 | ||||
| Rent Expense | (363,595) | - | - | - | (363,595) | ||||
| Franchise Fees | 16,725 | - | - | - | 16,725 | ||||
| Interest Income | 73,388 | - | - | (73,388) | - | ||||
| Other Income | 56,178 | 8,872 | 633 | - | 65,683 | ||||
| Interest Expense | (533,986) | (331,489) | - | 73,388 | (792,087) | ||||
| Loss From Investment in | |||||||||
| Limited Liability Company | (121,616) | - | - | 121,616 | - | ||||
| Insurance Proceeds | - | - | 150,000 | < |
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 53–163)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Gold Star's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Loss From Investment in Limited Liability Company was $121,616 for Gold Star Chili, Inc. There was no loss reported for GSC Properties, LLC or TCWW, LLC. After eliminations, the total Loss From Investment in Limited Liability Company was zero.
This figure represents a non-cash accounting adjustment related to Gold Star's investment in its limited liability company subsidiaries. The loss is essentially an accounting mechanism to consolidate the financial results of these entities. This is a common practice when a company has a controlling interest in other entities, as it provides a more accurate overall financial picture.
For a prospective franchisee, this specific line item may not have a direct impact on their day-to-day operations. However, it is important to understand how Gold Star manages its financial relationships with its subsidiaries, as it can provide insights into the overall financial health and stability of the organization. Franchisees should review the complete financial statements and consult with a financial advisor to fully understand the implications of these figures.