FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for Carvel Franchisor SPV.
Based on 2024 FDD · 3 filings in corpus
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a Carvel Franchisor SPV franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $379K – $591K. Reported owner economics show $101K. 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. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
Carvel Franchisor SPV requires a total initial investment of $379K to $591K (midpoint approximately $485K), with an initial franchise fee of $30K.
According to Item 19 of the 2024 FDD, the median revenue for Carvel Franchisor SPV locations is $506K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $101K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 20.9% with a payback period of approximately 4.8 years.
Carvel Franchisor SPV operates approximately 326 franchised units. Unit count is relatively stable with a -0.6% year-over-year change.
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 2024 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.
Common questions buyers ask about Carvel Franchisor SPV, answered from FDD and SBA data.
The total initial investment for a Carvel Franchisor SPV franchise ranges from $379K to $591K, according to their Franchise Disclosure Document.
Royalty fee details for Carvel Franchisor SPV are available in their FDD. Contact the franchisor for current terms.
The initial franchise fee for Carvel Franchisor SPV is $30,000.
There are approximately 326 Carvel Franchisor SPV franchise locations as of 2023.
The median revenue for a Carvel Franchisor SPV franchise is $506K, with a cash-on-cash return of 20.9%, according to FDD Item 19 data.
SBA loan default rate data for Carvel Franchisor SPV is not currently available in the SBA database.
Whether a Carvel Franchisor SPV franchise is worth it depends on total startup cost, royalty burden, FDD Item 19 economics, SBA loan performance, and local operator execution. FDDIQ compares these signals against similar franchises so buyers can screen the opportunity before paying for diligence.
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