What is the estimated total initial investment for a Marble Slab Creamery Multi-Unit Restaurant Agreement?
Marble_Slab_Creamery Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Payment | When Due | Is to Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development Fee | $25,000 and up16 | Lump sum | On signing of Multi Unit Restaurant Agreement | Us |
| First Franchise Fee | $25,000 | Lump sum | On signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training2 | $0 to $5,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Airlines, hotels, and restaurants |
| Legal Fees and | $0 to $10,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Third Parties |
| Registration Fees | ||||
| TOTAL | $50,000 and up for a Multi-Unit Restaurant Agreement |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 32–43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Marble Slab Creamery FDD, the total initial investment for a Multi-Unit Restaurant Agreement is $50,000 and up. This total encompasses the development fee, which starts at $25,000, and the initial franchise fee of $25,000. However, the FDD states that certain parties to Multi-Unit Restaurant Agreements may not be required to pay a development fee.
This initial investment covers the right to develop multiple Marble Slab Creamery locations. The development fee is determined by multiplying $25,000 by the number of restaurants the franchisee commits to opening. The initial franchise fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.
Prospective franchisees should note that this $50,000 figure is a starting point. The actual investment could be substantially higher depending on the number of Marble Slab Creamery restaurants the franchisee plans to open under the Multi-Unit Restaurant Agreement. It is important to clarify with Marble Slab Creamery whether the development fee is required in their specific case, as the FDD indicates that it may be waived for certain parties. Franchisees should carefully consider the number of units they commit to developing, as this will directly impact the initial investment through the development fee.