16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) franchise ranges from $514K to $830K (2026 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) is $20K (2026 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 The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2026 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisThe HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of gross sales (2026 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) franchise is approximately 9.3% of gross sales (2026 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.3% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $152/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisThe HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2026 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2026 FDD).
View full litigation analysisThe HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2026 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisThe HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) currently operates 448 locations (2026 FDD) (212 franchised, 236 company-owned). The system grew by 2.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 0.6%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) is 1.8% (2026 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisAccording to the The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2026 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $1.2M (average: $1.3M).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) is 10 years (2026 FDD). Franchisees can renew 2 times for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisThe HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham)'s post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 15 miles of the former location (2026 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham)'s franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2026 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisThe HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) provides 261 hours of initial training over approximately 3 weeks (2026 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.
View full support analysisYes, The HBH Franchise Company, LLC (HoneyBaked Ham) provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2026 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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