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How Much Does a Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$489K – $2.9M

Franchise Fee

$40K

Royalty

5.0%

Ad Fund

4.0%

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant 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 Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise requires a total investment of $489K – $2.9M. 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 $150K to $150K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 5.0% of gross sales (weekly Gross Sales). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 4.0% of gross sales.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant requires working capital of $150K – $150K 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 Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant's Item 19 financial performance representation:

$2.4MAvg. Gross Sales

Median gross sales: $1.9M

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 Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant?

SBA Loans Issued

5

Default Rate

0.0%

The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant has 5 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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