Institutional Tool

Franchise Cash-on-Cash ROI & Payback Calculator

Input your total startup capital, projected Average Unit Volume (AUV), and operating margin structure to model realistic net returns and break-even timelines.

1. Investment & Revenue Inputs

Total Initial Capital Outlay ($) Item 7 estimated all-in buildout cost, franchise fee & working capital.

Projected Annual Unit Volume (Gross Sales) ($) System average from FDD Item 19.

Royalty Fee (%)

Marketing Fund (%)

2. Operating Cost Margins

Cost of Goods / Inventory (%)

Store Labor & Payroll (%)

Rent, Utilities & Insurance (%)

Estimated Annual Net Cash Flow (EBITDA)

$336,000

28.0% Net Margin

Cash-on-Cash ROI 74.7%

Est. Payback Period 1.3 Years

Annual Cash Flow Breakdown

Gross Sales: $1,200,000

Franchisor Take (8.5%): -$102,000

COGS & Inventory (29.0%): -$348,000

Store Payroll (26.0%): -$312,000

Rent & Utilities (8.5%): -$102,000

Net Owner Cash Flow: $336,000

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