World of Sourdough charges a royalty fee of 5.0% 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 World of Sourdough franchise is approximately 8.0% of gross sales (2024 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $285/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

World of Sourdough has been involved in 3 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2024 FDD). There are currently 2 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the World of Sourdough franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2024 FDD).

World of Sourdough offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2024 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.

World of Sourdough currently operates 80 locations (2024 FDD) (78 franchised, 2 company-owned). The system grew by 27.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 152.0%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for World of Sourdough is 0.0% (2024 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

The initial franchise agreement term for World of Sourdough is 10 years (2024 FDD). Franchisees can renew 2 times for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.

World of Sourdough's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 15 miles of the former location (2024 FDD).

Yes, World of Sourdough's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2024 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

World of Sourdough provides 328 hours of initial training (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, World of Sourdough provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2024 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.