Bahama Buck's
Bahama Buck’s Franchise Corporation offers franchises for operating BAHAMA BUCK’S stores that prepare and sell gourmet shaved ice products, island specialties, and frozen dessert confections primarily through in-store, walk-up, and drive-up sales. Franchisees may also offer coffee products. The business model revolves around franchising these refreshment outlets to the general public seeking tropical frozen treats.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 103 franchised locations that were open at least one year and provided information as of December 31, 2023. This also includes five locations that were open for a portion of the year.
* Franchisee average gross revenue is $559,477. The revenue_bottom_quartile was calculated as the average for the bottom 25% of stores: (Total Sales for All Stores - Total Sales for Top 75% of Stores) / (Total Stores - Top 75% Stores) = (103 * $559,477 - 78 * $635,900) / (103 - 78) = $8,026,211 / 25 = $321,048. Estimated profit range is based on adjusted expenses from corporate data, which are stated to reflect franchisee expenses, and the accounting expense range mentioned in Note 5 on Page 5. Fixed percentage expenses: Adjusted COGS (27.89%), Expenses (45.62%), Royalty fees (6.00%), Advertising fund fees (2.00%). Total fixed percentage expenses = 81.51%. Fixed expenses amount: 0.8151 * $559,477 = $456,029.70. Variable accounting expenses range from $500 (low end) to $3,000 (high end) for franchisees. Low profit estimate: $559,477 - ($456,029.70 + $3,000) = $100,447. High profit estimate: $559,477 - ($456,029.70 + $500) = $102,947.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Bahama Buck's Compares to Other Desserts & Ice Cream Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bahama Buck's Current | N/A | $35K | N/A | 112 |
| RITA'S FRANCHISE COMPANY, LLC; RITA'S ICE-CUSTARD-HAPPINESS | $315K - $771K | $35K | 6.5% | 564 |
| MENCHIE'S | $165K - $425K | $40K | 6.0% | 296 |
| DIPPIN' DOTS | $139K - $399K | $35K | 6.0% | 260 |
| MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY | $355K - $477K | $25K | 6.0% | 249 |
| HAAGEN DAZS SHOP | $215K - $568K | $30K | 4.0% | 207 |
Desserts & Ice Cream Average 28 franchises | $327K - $659K | $36K | 7.0% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 28 Desserts & Ice Cream franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
+1 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Bahama Buck's franchisees (2012 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much revenue does a Bahama Buck's franchise make?
According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Bahama Buck's franchise is $559,477. The median revenue is $575,683.
How much profit can you make with a Bahama Buck's franchise?
Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a Bahama Buck's franchise ranges from $100,447 to $102,947 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.
How many Bahama Buck's franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Bahama Buck's has 112 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1993.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Bahama Buck's franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Bahama Buck's franchises. Historical data shows 113 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Bahama Buck's franchisees, with an average loan amount of $510,774. The historical default rate is 12.4%.
Is Bahama Buck's a good franchise to buy?
Bahama Buck's shows several positive indicators: established brand with 112+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19). However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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