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Item 7 lays out the initial investment from $555,375 to $2,381,275, covering build-out, equipment, and opening costs for these full-service spots serving breakfast through dinner round-the-clock. Upfront franchise fee is $35,000, followed by 4.75% royalties, 3.5% ad fund, plus monthly tech ($349-$550), financial reports ($12.50), and online learning ($30) fees. Item 19 shines with average gross revenues of $792,835 and median $783,206—solid for fast food, implying potential owner benefits after expenses, though no profit figures are given. SBA data shows 35 loans averaging $680,674 but a 14.3% default rate, higher than many peers, hinting at financing risks.

System-wise, 212 franchised units plus 57 corporate total around 269, but locations slipped from 216 to 212 (-2% growth), with 12 projected new units and 21 transfers showing some activity. Terminations hit 9, non-renewals just 1—mostly over closures, non-competes, and fee disputes per litigation notes—not alarming but worth noting for operational hurdles. Transfers outpace closures, suggesting resale potential, yet the contraction flags market saturation or economic pressures; if you're eyeing casual dining, crunch these against your local demo before committing.