How Much Does a Putt-Putt Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$420K – $5.4M
Franchise Fee
$20K
Royalty
5.0%
Ad Fund
1.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for Putt-Putt is $20K. 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 Putt-Putt franchise requires a total investment of $420K – $5.4M. 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 $100K to $1.0M.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, Putt-Putt franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 5.0% of gross sales (Percentage of Gross Receipts). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 1.0% of gross sales.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
Putt-Putt requires working capital of $100K – $1.0M 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?
Putt-Putt does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.
How Do Banks View Putt-Putt?
SBA Loans Issued
30
Default Rate
0.0%
The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Putt-Putt has 30 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 0.0%, which is below the franchise industry average, indicating relatively lower lending risk. 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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