What was the issuance of notes receivable for franchise purchase deferred over term of underlying agreement for Ledgers in 2022?
Ledgers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
,914 | | Net loss | | (447,527) | (447,527) | | Balances, December 31, 2022 | 3,200,000 | (1,495,613) | 1,704,387 | | Adoption of Topic 326 | | (42,286) | (42,286) | | Net loss (Restated) | | (506,600) | (506,600) | | Balances, December 31, 2023 (Restated) | 3,200,000 | (2,044,499) | 1,155,501 | | Net loss | | (361,991) | (361,991) | | Balances, December 31, 2024 | $ 3,200,000 | $ (2,406,490) | $ 793,510 |
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Statements of Cash Flow
For the Years Ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash flows from operating activities: | J.S | ||||
| Net loss | $ | (361,991) | $ (506,600) | $ | (447,527) |
| Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash | |||||
| used in operating activities: | |||||
| Change in allowance for credit losses | = | 67,468 | - | ||
| Write off of notes receivable, net of | |||||
| deferred revenue | 46,310 | 226,854 | = | ||
| Accrued interest income | (5,550) | (72,480) | (5,718) | ||
| Benefit from income taxes | (104,000) | (98,000) | (153,000) | ||
| (Increase) decrease in: | × (3) | ||||
| Royalty receivables | 112 | (3,302) | - | ||
| Notes receivable | = | 11,929 | 1,252 | ||
| Increase (decrease) in: | |||||
| Accounts payable | æ | (110,964) | 6,410 | ||
| Accrued expenses | (5,220) | 4,823 | (3,362) | ||
| Deferred revenue | (40,989) | (113,362) | (114,383) | ||
| Net cash used in operating activities | (471,328) | (593,634) | (716,328) | ||
| Cash flows from investing activities: | |||||
| (Advances to) borrowings |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ledgers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the issuance of notes receivable for franchise purchases deferred over the term of the underlying agreement was $35,000 in 2022. For 2023 and 2024, the issuance of notes receivable for franchise purchase deferred over term of underlying agreement was $0.
This figure represents the amount Ledgers financed for franchisees to purchase their franchises, deferring the revenue recognition over the life of the franchise agreement. This type of financing can make franchise ownership more accessible by reducing the initial capital outlay required from franchisees.
Prospective franchisees should consider this information in the context of Ledgers' overall financial health and the terms of the financing agreements. Understanding the prevalence and terms of such financing can provide insights into the company's growth strategy and its commitment to supporting new franchisees.