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The real numbers on owning a Bahama Buck's franchise

Shaved Ice / Frozen Dessert Retail · FDD 2024 · from public state filings
CDisclosure honesty
This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.
Investment
$528,050–$1,223,050
Total fees
8% of sales
Outlets
115
Closure signals
3 ceased, 3 terminated
Lawsuits
0

What their own earnings claim actually says

Discloses 2023 franchisee sales (avg $559K, 103 stores) and corporate EBITDA (~$122K avg on $611K sales). No franchisee-level profit disclosed; corporate adjustments may not reflect typical franchisee costs or owner salary.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

3 terminations and 3 ceased operations in 2023; 16 transfers may mask additional distress.

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Bahama Buck's franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Bahama Buck's franchise cost?
The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $528,050–$1,223,050, including a $34,500 initial franchise fee.
How much do Bahama Buck's franchise owners make?
Discloses 2023 franchisee sales (avg $559K, 103 stores) and corporate EBITDA (~$122K avg on $611K sales). No franchisee-level profit disclosed; corporate adjustments may not reflect typical franchisee costs or owner salary. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Bahama Buck's franchise failure rate?
3 terminations and 3 ceased operations in 2023; 16 transfers may mask additional distress.
Is a Bahama Buck's franchise worth it?
It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Bahama Buck's scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 32567-202411-06 (Clean FDD 2024). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Bahama Buck's or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.