How is the renewal fee calculated for a Marble Slab Creamery franchise?
Marble_Slab_Creamery Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renewal Fee (1) | 40% of then-current initial fee | 90 days before renewal | |
| Renewal Fee for Satellite Restaurant | $2,500 | On signing a successor Franchise Agreement | You may enter into a successor Franchise Agreement for one additional 10-year term, if you meet certain conditions. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 23–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Marble Slab Creamery Franchise Disclosure Document, the renewal fee for a standard franchise is 40% of the then-current initial franchise fee. This fee is due 90 days before the renewal of the franchise agreement. Franchisees may have the option to enter into a successor franchise agreement for one additional 10-year term if they meet certain conditions.
For a Marble Slab Creamery Satellite Restaurant, the renewal fee is a fixed amount of $2,500. This fee is due upon signing the successor Franchise Agreement. Like standard franchises, this renewal allows for one additional 10-year term, contingent upon meeting specific conditions.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand the 'then-current initial fee' for a standard franchise could be significantly different at the time of renewal compared to the initial franchise fee paid when the franchise was originally established. Franchisees should clarify with Marble Slab Creamery what conditions must be met to qualify for a renewal.