BB's Coffee and Muffins - Franchising Explained

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Q1 How long has BB's Coffee & Muffins been in operation?
Q2 Who introduced BB's to the UK?
Q3 How successful has BB's been in the UK?
Q4 What support is given to a Franchisee?
Q5 How does BB's choose sites?
Q6 Why is BB's mainly in shopping centres?
Q7 What size premises are required?
Q8 What is acceptable rent on a store?
Q9 Who holds the Head Lease for the property?
Q10 How long is the Franchise Agreement for?
Q11 Can the Head Lease be extended for a further period?

Q12 What are the typical set-up costs?
By far, the largest portion of the total investment will be the shop-fitting cost. This can vary between £70,000 and £130,000 depending on the size of the unit, the type of unit and the amount of work that is required. The work will be tendered to various shop-fitting companies for the most competitive price. The equipment, including the furniture, will cost approximately £40,000 and will be purchased from reputable suppliers. In addition, you will have to pay all legal costs, stamp duty, design and planning costs and all other professionals' fees.

Q13 What is the Franchisee fee?
Q14 How much liquid Capital is required prior to the store opening?
Q15 Do you provide any financial assistance?
Q16 What is the typical timescale to open a store?
Q17 What are Royalty payments?
Q18 What is the Marketing fee?
Q19 How much VAT is payable on sales?
Q20 When can I expect a return on my investment?
Q21 What is the profitability of a BB's store?
Q22 What is the gross profit on a cup of coffee and a muffin?
Q23 What is the minimum number of staff required?
Q24 Does a Franchisee have to purchase ingredients and equipment from BB's?
Q25 Can a Franchisee sell other products?
Q26 What training is given?
Q27 Does the programme include Food Hygiene training?
Q28 What sort of support is there regarding the maintenance of machines and equipment in the store?
Q29 What is BB's development strategy for the future?


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