Mariam Coffee Franchise, LLC

Given that the royalty rate of 4.0% is below the typical 5.0-6.0% range for Coffee & Bakery franchises, what services and support justify this lower rate compared to competitors?

The franchise currently has zero operating units. What is the franchisor's growth strategy and timeline for establishing franchisees, and what are the current obstacles to recruitment?

Since the franchise has no existing units to reference, what financial performance metrics or Item 19 disclosures can you provide to demonstrate unit economics and profitability potential?

The renewal conditions (6 total) are below the typical 7.0-9.0 range for this franchise type. What specific conditions must be met to renew the franchise agreement beyond the initial 10-year term?

Can you provide examples of similar coffee and bakery franchises that have successfully launched under comparable models, including their unit counts and financial performance?

What are the specific performance requirements or benchmarks that could trigger termination under the 14 non-curable default categories referenced in the termination clause?

The agreement mandates binding arbitration with waived class action rights and requires disputes to be resolved in a specific city and state. How has this dispute resolution clause been applied in practice, and what recourse do franchisees have?

Personal guarantees are unconditional and require both owner and spouse to sign. If the franchise fails, what is the extent of personal liability beyond the initial franchise investment of $35,000?

You must purchase all required coffee products and supply items exclusively from the franchisor's affiliate or approved suppliers. What are the markups on these products compared to market rates, and how frequently do prices change?

Can you provide a detailed breakdown of the $35,000 franchise fee and explain what is included in initial setup, training, and opening support?

The transfer fee is $10,000. Are there conditions under which the franchisor can refuse to approve a transfer, and what recourse exists if approval is denied?

What technology fee of $300 covers, and are there additional technology costs (such as POS systems, online ordering platforms, or management software) beyond this stated fee?

With zero current franchisees, what training and ongoing support can you demonstrate will be provided, and who will provide it (franchisor staff or third-party vendors)?

What financing or lending partnerships does the franchisor have in place to help prospective franchisees fund the initial investment?

Are there any pending FTC investigations, complaints from prospective franchisees, or regulatory actions against the franchisor that are not included in the litigation data?

Given the 2-year, 5-mile non-compete clause, what specific activities or businesses am I prohibited from engaging in after the franchise relationship ends?

Can you provide the Item 20 financial statements and audited financials for the franchisor to verify the company's financial stability and ability to support franchisees?

What happens to the franchise territory if I decide to exit or if the franchisor terminates the agreement? Can the franchisor reacquire the territory and resell it?

Are there any development requirements or minimum unit quotas I must meet during the initial 10-year term, and what penalties apply if these are not met?

The operational control clause allows the franchisor to mandate product offerings and require exclusive sourcing. How much flexibility exists for menu customization or localization to regional markets?