Great American Cookies charges a royalty fee of 6.0% 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 Great American Cookies franchise is approximately 9.0% of gross sales (2024 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $70/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Great American Cookies has been involved in 3 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2024 FDD). There are currently 1 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Great American Cookies franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2024 FDD).

Great American Cookies 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.

Great American Cookies currently operates 395 locations (2024 FDD) (395 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 1.3% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 1.9%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Great American Cookies is 5.8% (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 Great American Cookies FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2024 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $510K (average: $540K).

The initial franchise agreement term for Great American Cookies is 15 years (2024 FDD). Franchisees can renew 2 times for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 35 years.

Great American Cookies'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).

Yes, Great American Cookies's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2024 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Great American Cookies provides 39 hours of initial training over approximately 1 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, Great American Cookies provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2024 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.