FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for Winmark Corporation Platos Closet.
Based on 2015 FDD · 1 filing in corpus
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Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a Winmark Corporation Platos Closet franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $231K – $398K. Reported owner economics show $151K. 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: $25K franchise fee · 5% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
Winmark Corporation Platos Closet requires a total initial investment of $231K to $398K (midpoint approximately $315K), with an initial franchise fee of $25K. The ongoing fee burden is 5% . This is below the industry average of approximately 22.3%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2015 FDD, the median revenue for Winmark Corporation Platos Closet locations is $1.0M. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $151K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 48.0% with a payback period of approximately 2.1 years.
Winmark Corporation Platos Closet operates approximately 391 franchised units. The brand is growing, with a 9.9% net unit increase year-over-year, indicating franchisee demand and system health.
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 2015 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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