FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for Just Love Coffee & Café.
Based on 2024 FDD · 1 filing in corpus
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a Just Love Coffee & Café franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $483K – $743K. Reported owner economics show $28K. 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: $39K franchise fee · 8% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
Just Love Coffee & Café requires a total initial investment of $483K to $743K (midpoint approximately $613K), with an initial franchise fee of $39K. The ongoing fee burden is 8% (6% royalty plus 2% advertising fund). This is below the industry average of approximately 14.2%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2024 FDD, the median revenue for Just Love Coffee & Café locations is $556K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $28K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 4.5% with a payback period of approximately 22.1 years.
Just Love Coffee & Café operates approximately 15 franchised units. The brand is growing, with a 114.3% net unit increase year-over-year, indicating franchisee demand and system health. The SBA 7(a) loan default rate of 0.0% is well below the industry average of approximately 9.4%, indicating strong franchisee financial outcomes.
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.
Real lending data from SBA 7(a) loans (2018-2025). 44 loans across 15 states.
Source: SBA 7(a) loan data via FOIA. Default rate = charged-off loans / total originated. Industry avg default rate ~7.2%.
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