I heart Mac & Cheese Franchise Review

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I heart Mac & Cheese is analyzed based on our most recent FDD research!

Franchise Information

I heart mac & cheese is a quick service restaurant specializing in the sale of customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese and grilled cheese sandwiches, as well as tomato soup.

What are the requirements to buy an I heart Mac & Cheese franchise?

I heart Mac & Cheese has a franchise fee of up to $35,000, with a overall initial investment range of $251,100 to $464,500.

  • Initial Franchise Fee: $35,000
  • Total Investment: $251,100 to $464,500
  • Working Capital: $10,000 to $20,000
  • Royalty Fee: 5.0%

The initial investment of any franchise includes many fees. Explore this investment opportunity to better understand the initial costs required to purchase an I heart Mac & Cheese, such as franchise fees, leasehold improvement costs, grand opening advertising, and equipment purchases. It should be noted that, franchise companies are required to provide you with details about all upfront fees. These fees include those that are actually paid when signing the franchise agreement and commitments to fees you are required to pay.

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How much does an I heart Mac & Cheese franchisee make?

As with any new franchise, the franchisee's income and the revenue from a I heart Mac & Cheese business depends on many factors. One way to validate the potential revenues or profits earned from a I heart Mac & Cheese franchise investment is to review the franchisor's Item 19 within their Franchise Disclosure Document. Usually, profits and owner's income are equitable to the size of the investment and number of locations you buy. Demand for your products, your labor costs, commercial lease rates and a number of other variables also play a large role in your bottom line and your personal income

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How many franchise locations do they own?

As of the 2020 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are 9 franchised I heart Mac & Cheese locations across the USA.

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Are there any I heart Mac & Cheese franchises in my preferred location?

Based on 2020 FDD research, I heart Mac & Cheese has franchise locations in 2 states. There could be no locations in several states as each franchise company plans their growth strategy differently. Certain states also require franchise companies to register their franchise opportunity and file their Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with state examiners prior to selling franchises to people residing in that state. These registration states have examiners review a franchise company's FDD to ensure it complies state regulatory requirements. In addition to registration states, additional states have enforced franchise or business opportunity laws that mandate franchise companies to provide their franchise within the state. In almost all instances the filing is a notice within the state. Unlike franchise registration states, the franchise filing states do not examine the FDD.

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Based on the data collected this franchise is expanding into new locations and might be available in your city.

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Last Reviewed: 2020

I heart Mac & Cheese Franchise DATA

Total Investment
$251,100 - $464,500
Franchise Fee
$35,000
Franchise agreement
Initial Term
10 Years
Renewal Term
5 Years
Franchise outlet growth
2015
0
2019
9
Ongoing fees
Royalty
5.0%
ad fees
3.0%
# of franchised outlets
9

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Do they provide any initial training and opening assistance?

Yes, they have an initial training program of 46 hours. This includes 13.50 hours of classroom training, 32.50 hours of on-the-job training, and 0 hours of online training. In their FDD they outline who's in charge of the training. Unlock to find out more.


Online 0
On-the-Job 32.50
Classroom 13.50
Total 46

Do they offer Territory Protections?

I heart Mac & Cheese offers territory protections. For an explanation of territory rights, unlock this franchise for more details.

Do they have marketing and technology support in place?

Yes, I heart Mac & Cheese offers comprehensive support for franchisees. Unlock this franchise to find out more.


When did I heart Mac & Cheese begin franchising?

They began franchising in 2017. The average Coffee, Bakery and Snacks franchise began franchising in 2007.


Do they offer lending support?

No, but you can click here to fill out our affordability calculator and understand your financing options.

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