FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for Adam & Eve.
Based on 2025 FDD · 3 filings in corpus
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a Adam & Eve franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $105K – $388K. Reported owner economics show $40K. Use the links below to compare the cost, revenue, SBA loan history, and ROI against other franchises before you request the full FDD.
Quick fee read: $30K franchise fee · 6.5% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
Adam & Eve requires a total initial investment of $105K to $388K (midpoint approximately $247K), with an initial franchise fee of $30K. The ongoing fee burden is 6.5% (5% royalty plus 1.5% advertising fund). This is below the industry average of approximately 11.2%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2025 FDD, the median revenue for Adam & Eve locations is $721K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $40K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 16.1% with a payback period of approximately 6.2 years.
Adam & Eve operates approximately 5 franchised units.
Prospective franchisees should verify all figures against the most recent FDD, conduct validation calls with multiple existing franchisees, and consult with a franchise attorney before signing any agreement.
Analysis based on 2025 FDD filing. FDDIQ Editorial Team · Methodology
Estimated using sector-average margins. Actual franchise economics vary by location, operator, and market conditions.
Industry averages based on FranchiseIQ corpus benchmarks. ▲ = better than avg, ▼ = worse.
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