FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for TCBY Store.
Based on 2021 FDD · 1 filing in corpus
This page is using 2021 FDD source data. Verify the franchisor's current FDD before relying on costs, fees, or Item 19.
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a TCBY Store franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $134K – $636K. Reported owner economics show $25K. 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: $35K franchise fee · 9% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
TCBY Store requires a total initial investment of $134K to $636K (midpoint approximately $385K), with an initial franchise fee of $35K. The ongoing fee burden is 9% (6% royalty plus 3% advertising fund). This is below the industry average of approximately 11.2%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2021 FDD, the median revenue for TCBY Store locations is $224K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $25K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 6.4% with a payback period of approximately 15.6 years.
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 2021 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 TCBY Store, answered from FDD and SBA data.
The total initial investment for a TCBY Store franchise ranges from $134K to $636K, according to their Franchise Disclosure Document.
TCBY Store charges a 6% royalty fee on gross sales.
The initial franchise fee for TCBY Store is $35,000.
Location count data for TCBY Store is available in their FDD Item 20.
The median revenue for a TCBY Store franchise is $224K, with a cash-on-cash return of 6.4%, according to FDD Item 19 data.
SBA loan default rate data for TCBY Store is not currently available in the SBA database.
Whether a TCBY Store 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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