Source: FranopolisLe Macaron French Pastries
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in August 2012.
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Source NotesWe began offering LE MACARON FRENCH PASTRIES ® franchises in August 2012
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Area Development — Mobile Kiosk — Total | $145,730 to $193,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 TOTAL (15) $145,730 to $193,500 |
| Area Development — Food Truck — Total | $166,530 to $211,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 23 TOTAL (15) $166,530 to $211,000 |
| Traditional Pastry Shop or Permanent Kiosk — Total | $164,180 to $452,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 20 TOTAL (15) $164,180 to $452,000 |
| Area Development — Traditional Pastry Shop or Permanent Kiosk — Total | $218,180 to $506,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 TOTAL (15) $218,180 to $506,000 |
| Mobile Kiosk — Total | $91,730 to $139,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 21 TOTAL (15) $91,730 to $139,500 |
| Food Truck — Total | $112,530 to $157,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 TOTAL (15) $112,530 to $157,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee
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The initial franchise fee for a single franchise, whether for a traditional pastry shop, permanent kiosk, mobile kiosk, or food truck is $45,000.
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Review Fee Sources- Royalty
- Royalty Fee 6% of Gross Sales Monthly
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- Marketing & Advertising
- Marketing Fee 1% of Gross Sales Monthly
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Social Media Management Services | Currently, $75 per month plus any additional services or ad spend you elect to use or purchase | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| POS Software License and Hardware Rental Fees | Currently, $45 to $110 per month for the lease and license of the POS system and $1,200 to $2,500 for the purchase of the POS system. If you purchase the POS system, you will also incur a $60 per month software license fee. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Advertising Cooperative Contribution | Advertising Cooperative Contribution 1% of Gross Sales As we direct | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then-current initial franchise fee . | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial Inventory of Macaron Products — Food Truck | For a food truck, the initial cost of initial inventory purchased from LMC will range from $6,000 to $25,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Local Marketing Expenditure | Local Marketing Expenditure 1% of Gross Sales As we direct | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Supplemental Required Training | Our current per diem rate of $300 per trainer, plus reimbursement of our related travel, lodging, and dining costs ... it will not exceed $400 per day per trainer. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Development Fee | We may also grant you the right to open a minimum of three franchises, whether a traditional pastry shop, permanent kiosk, mobile kiosk, or food truck for a Development Fee equal to $99,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Area Development Transfer Fee — Assignment, Substantially All Assets, or Controlling Interest | $20,000 plus reimbursement of our out-of-pocket costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Interest/Late Fee | 18% per year or the maximum lawful rate. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Freezer Storage Rental | Freezer Storage Rental $500 Monthly | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Administrative Fee | Not to exceed $100 per hour | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Relocation Fee | 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee; currently the relocation fee is $11,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Royalty Fee | Royalty Fee 6% of Gross Sales Monthly | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Inventory of Macaron Products — Mobile Kiosk | For a mobile kiosk, the initial cost of initial inventory purchased from LMC will range from $6,000 to $20,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Nonsufficient Funds Fee | Currently $100; we can increase each year by an amount not to exceed the 10% of the then-current fee | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Marketing Fee | Marketing Fee 1% of Gross Sales Monthly | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | The initial franchise fee for a single franchise, whether for a traditional pastry shop, permanent kiosk, mobile kiosk, or food truck is $45,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Additional Training Requested by Franchisee | Our current per diem rate of $300 per trainer, plus reimbursement of our related travel, lodging, and dining costs. ... it will not exceed $400 per day per trainer. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial Inventory of Macaron Products — Traditional Pastry Shop or Permanent Kiosk | For a traditional pastry shop or permanent kiosk, the purchase of this initial inventory will range from $20,000 to $25,000 plus applicable shipping costs and state sales tax. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Insurance Premium Reimbursement | Reimbursement of insurance premium plus reasonable administrative fee, not to exceed $500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesThe Managing Owner must successfully complete the franchisor’s initial training program and must devote full time efforts to the day-to-day management and operation of the Franchised Business.
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Source NotesThe Managing Owner must successfully complete our initial training program and must devote full time efforts to the day-to-day management and operation of the Franchised Business.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe franchisor does not require that you contribute to an advertising fund.
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Source NotesWe do not require that you contribute to an advertising fund.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, and the franchisor does not guarantee your notes, leases, or other obligations.
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing, and we do not guarantee your notes, leases, or other obligations.
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor began offering franchises in August 2012.
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Source NotesWe began offering LE MACARON FRENCH PASTRIES ® franchises in August 2012
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Rosalie Guillem (Chief Executive Officer), Gregory Guillem (Vice President) and Bernard Guillem (Vice President).
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Rosalie Guillem – Chief Executive Officer
Gregory Guillem – Vice President
Source NotesBernard Guillem – Vice President
06Ongoing And Other Fees
The royalty fee is 6% of Gross Sales, paid monthly.
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The marketing fee is 1% of Gross Sales, paid monthly.
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08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must purchase or lease the POS computer hardware and software from the franchisor’s approved suppliers. You must purchase your supply of macarons, assorted pastries, chocolates, gelato, and gift boxes from the franchisor or from the franchisor’s designated supplier.
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Source NotesYou must purchase or lease the POS computer hardware and software from our approved suppliers. You must purchase your supply of macarons, assorted pastries, chocolates, gelato, and gift boxes from us or from our designated supplier.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, and the franchisor does not guarantee your notes, leases, or other obligations.
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing, and we do not guarantee your notes, leases, or other obligations.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor does not require that you contribute to an advertising fund.
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Source NotesWe do not require that you contribute to an advertising fund.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own any patents that are material to the franchise, nor do the franchisor has any pending patent applications.
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Source NotesWe do not own any patents that are material to the franchise, nor do we have any pending patent applications.
15Owner Participation
The Managing Owner must successfully complete the franchisor’s initial training program and must devote full time efforts to the day-to-day management and operation of the Franchised Business.
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Source NotesThe Managing Owner must successfully complete our initial training program and must devote full time efforts to the day-to-day management and operation of the Franchised Business.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If you are in good standing, you can renew for three additional consecutive five-year terms.
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Source NotesIf you are in good standing, you can renew for three additional consecutive five-year terms.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figure to promote the franchise.
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
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Source NotesOur fiscal year end is December 31.
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