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How Much Does a Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$124K – $139K

Franchise Fee

$40K

Royalty

The greater of: (i) declining schedule (6.5%-4%) of Base Revenue or (ii) $650 minimum per month

Ad Fund

1.0%

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions is $40K. 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 Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise requires a total investment of $124K – $139K. 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 $3K to $8K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty structure is: The greater of: (i) declining schedule (6.5%-4%) of Base Revenue or (ii) $650 minimum per month. The advertising or brand fund contribution is 1.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $200.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions requires working capital of $3K – $8K 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 Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions's Item 19 financial performance representation:

$910KAvg. Gross Sales

Median gross sales: $671K

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 Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions?

SBA Loans Issued

49

Default Rate

15.4%

The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has 49 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 15.4%, 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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