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How Much Does a Little Big Burger Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2022 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$206K – $607K

Franchise Fee

$30K

Royalty

5.0%

Ad Fund

1.5%

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Little Big Burger is $30K. 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 Little Big Burger franchise requires a total investment of $206K – $607K. 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 $13K to $20K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Little Big Burger franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 5.0% of gross sales (Percentage of Net Sales). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 1.5% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $4K.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Little Big Burger requires working capital of $13K – $20K 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 Little Big Burger's Item 19 financial performance representation:

$763KAvg. Gross Sales

Median gross sales: $790K

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.

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