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How Much Does a Clean Eatz Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$354K – $798K

Franchise Fee

$50K

Royalty

6.0%

Ad Fund

2.0%

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Clean Eatz is $50K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.

Total Investment Range

Opening a Clean Eatz franchise requires a total investment of $354K – $798K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.

Working capital alone ranges from $20K to $40K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Clean Eatz franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 6.0% of gross sales (Percentage of Gross Sales). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 2.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $150.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Clean Eatz requires working capital of $20K – $40K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.

What Can You Earn?

According to Clean Eatz's Item 19 financial performance representation:

$1.1MAvg. Gross Sales

Median gross sales: $977K

This figure comes from Item 19 of the FDD. Gross sales are not the same as take-home profit. After deducting royalties, ad fund fees, rent, labor, and COGS, net income is typically a fraction of gross revenue.

How Do Banks View Clean Eatz?

SBA Loans Issued

69

Default Rate

23.1%

The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Clean Eatz has 69 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 23.1%, which is near the franchise industry average. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.

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