Source: FranopolisToodley Town
What It Costs
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Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Fees — $3,000–$10,000 | $3,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $3,000 $10,000 |
| Toodley Town Package — $125,000–$175,000 | $125,000 to $175,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $125,000 $175,000 |
| Licenses and Permits — $500–$3,000 | $500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $500 $3,000 |
| TOTAL — $282,000–$442,000 | $282,000 to $442,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 TOTAL 15 $282,000 $442,000 |
| Rent and Deposit (3 months) — $30,000–$60,000 | $30,000 to $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $30,000 $60,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing — $1,000–$5,000 | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $1,000 $5,000 |
| Technology/POS System/Computer System — $1,500–$2,500 | $1,500 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $1,500 $2,500 |
| Insurance — $4,000–$5,000 | $4,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $4,000 $5,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) — $25,000–$50,000 | $25,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $25,000 $50,000 |
| Signage — $5,000–$8,000 | $5,000 to $8,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $5,000 $8,000 |
| Utility Deposits — $0–$2,000 | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $0 $2,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements — $15,000–$40,000 | $15,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $15,000 $40,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — $50,000–$50,000 | $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $50,000 |
| Furniture and Equipment — $21,000–$30,000 | $21,000 to $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $21,000 $30,000 |
| Office Supplies — $1,000–$1,500 | $1,000 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 $1,000 $1,500 |
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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You must pay us a $50,000 initial franchise fee when you sign the Franchise Agreement for your Franchised Business
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
- 8% of Gross Revenue
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty Fee | 8% of Gross Revenue | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Annual Convention Fee per attendee | $1,500/attendee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Local Advertising Requirement | $500 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology Fee | $250 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial franchise fee | You must pay us a $50,000 initial franchise fee when you sign the Franchise Agreement for your Franchised Business | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Brand Fund Contribution maximum | 1% of Gross Revenue; Up to 3% of Gross Revenue | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Training Fee — each additional person | $500 per additional person to attend the Initial Training Program. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Ongoing Training Fee per day per employee | $500 per day per employee, plus any costs of travel for additional or replacement training. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Renewal Fee minimum | Whichever is greater: (i) $10,000, or (ii) 25% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee, per Designated Territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Management Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue for the period we manage the Franchised Business | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Toodley Town Set Up Package fee — range $125,000–$175,000 | You must pay us or our affiliates a fee between $125,000 and $175,000 for the cost of and installation of the Toodley Town buildings. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Renewal Fee rate | Whichever is greater: (i) $10,000, or (ii) 25% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee, per Designated Territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Interest rate | 5% per annum or the maximum rate permitted under applicable law, if less. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Transfer Fee non-refundable deposit | $10,000. $2,500 non-refundable deposit. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Inside The FDD
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06Ongoing And Other Fees
The disclosed royalty is 8% of gross revenue.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6 · View Source
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Source Notes8% of Gross Revenue
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $282,000 to $442,000. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTOTAL 15 $282,000 $442,000
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