TPTEA charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of gross sales (2025 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 TPTEA franchise is approximately 9.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, and other recurring charges.

TPTEA has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the TPTEA franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

TPTEA offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

TPTEA currently operates 16 locations (2025 FDD) (16 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 33.3% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 38.7%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for TPTEA is 0.0% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

TPTEA does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

The initial franchise agreement term for TPTEA is 6 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 6 years.

TPTEA's post-termination non-compete clause lasts 2 years after termination or expiration (2025 FDD).

No, TPTEA's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.

TPTEA provides 234 hours of initial training over approximately 5 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

TPTEA does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.