How must Nothing Bundt Cakes franchisees pay the Media Fund Fee?
Nothing_Bundt_Cakes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Revenues (see Note 3) | |||
| Paid Media Fund (the "Media Fund") | Combined contributions made by you for the Media Fund and the Production Fund will be 5% of your weekly Net Revenues (see Note 3) | Due on Tuesday of each week on Net Revenues during previous week ending Sunday | See Item 11 for a detailed discussion of the Media Fund. Contributions to the Media Fund (the "Media Fund Fee") must be paid by EFT. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 23–30)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Nothing Bundt Cakes's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay the Media Fund Fee via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). The Media Fund Fee, also referred to as the Media Fund contribution, is part of a combined contribution along with the Production Fund, totaling 5% of the bakery's weekly Net Revenues.
This combined 5% contribution is due every Tuesday for the previous week's Net Revenues, which ends on Sunday. The FDD also refers prospective franchisees to Item 11 for a more detailed discussion of the Media Fund.
Paying via EFT is a fairly standard practice in franchising, ensuring timely and consistent payments. Franchisees should ensure they have the appropriate EFT setup to avoid any late payment penalties or disruptions to their franchise operations.