The franchise fee of $50,000 exceeds the typical range for this category. What specific services, training, or support justify this premium pricing compared to competitors?
#1
Support & Training scores at 85, below the typical range of 88.0-100.0. What training programs are provided to franchisees, and how are ongoing support and operational guidance delivered?
#2
The ad fund rate of 1.0% is significantly lower than the typical 2.0-3.0% range. How is marketing and advertising coordinated at the system level, and what specific campaigns or promotions benefit franchisees?
#3
Renewal requires meeting 11 conditions, above the typical 7.0-9.0 range. Can you provide a detailed list of all renewal conditions and clarify which are discretionary versus mandatory?
#4
The non-compete restriction extends 30 miles, exceeding the typical 5.0-25.0 mile range. What is the geographic rationale for this broader radius, and are there any geographic exceptions?
#5
The franchise system currently has only 1 operating unit. How long has the franchisor been in business, and what is the timeline and strategy for unit expansion?
#6
What is the franchisor's operating history prior to franchising, and how many company-operated locations exist?
#7
The renewal fee is stated as 50% of the current initial franchise fee. If the initial fee increases over time, could renewal fees become unaffordable for existing franchisees?
#8
Personal guarantees are required from all owners. Are there any circumstances under which this requirement can be waived or modified?
#9
The franchise agreement requires purchasing 10 categories of products from approved suppliers. Can you provide a complete list of these categories and the approved suppliers, including pricing transparency?
#10
Can the franchisor unilaterally change approved suppliers or pricing of authorized products during the franchise term?
#11
What is the cost breakdown for the initial $50,000 franchise fee, and what is included versus what incurs additional costs?
#12
What is the typical total initial investment range for opening a Jabal Coffee House location, including build-out, equipment, inventory, and working capital?
#13
All disputes are subject to binding arbitration with class action waiver. Are there any exceptions to arbitration, such as injunctive relief claims or franchisor fee disputes?
#14
The territory is protected but not exclusive. How does the franchisor define and enforce encroachment protection, and what recourse exists if another Jabal location opens nearby?
#15
What Item 19 financial performance data is available from other franchise locations, and why is no Item 19 disclosure included in the FDD?
#16
Are there any pending or anticipated litigation matters not yet disclosed that franchisees should be aware of?
#17
What specific remodeling requirements and associated costs are mandatory during renewal, and how frequently are updates required?
#18
Can franchisees operate multiple units, and if so, what are the terms, approval process, and fee structure?
#19
What happens to the franchise agreement if the franchisor is acquired or sold, and do franchisees have any approval rights?
#20