Dunkin' charges a royalty fee of 5.9% of gross sales (2024 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Dunkin' franchise is approximately 10.9% of gross sales (2024 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 5.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $340/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Dunkin' has been involved in 12 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2024 FDD). There are currently 3 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Dunkin' franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2024 FDD).

Dunkin' offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2024 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

Dunkin' currently operates 8,499 locations (2024 FDD) (8,465 franchised, 34 company-owned). The system grew by 2.4% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 1.5%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Dunkin' is 0.8% (2024 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Dunkin' FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2024 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $1.2M (average: $1.3M).

The initial franchise agreement term for Dunkin' is 20 years (2024 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 20-year periods. The total potential term is 40 years.

Dunkin''s post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 5 miles of the former location (2024 FDD).

No, Dunkin''s franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2024 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.

Dunkin' provides 486 hours of initial training over approximately 4 weeks (2024 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

Yes, Dunkin' provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2024 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.