14 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) franchise ranges from $45K to $251K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) is $6K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisAdvanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) has been involved in 3 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisAdvanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisAdvanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) currently operates 4,248 locations (2025 FDD) (4,128 franchised, 299 company-owned). The system contracted by 0.8% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -0.2%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) is 35.5% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisAdvanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) is 5 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 10 years.
View full contract analysisAdvanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters)'s post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 15 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters)'s franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisAdvanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) provides 156 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (Zenshi/AFC/Wild Blue Counters) provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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