About Del's Popcorn Shop Franchise
Del's Popcorn Shop is a specialty snack franchise that brings fresh, handcrafted popcorn to local communities.
The brand offers a wide variety of popcorn flavors ranging from classic butter and cheese to creative gourmet combinations, all made fresh in store.
Del's began franchising in 2021.
Del's Popcorn Shop Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$279K
Average Investment
$379K
Maximum Investment
$478K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Net Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Net Sales (Currently 1.5% of Net Sales) for Brand Development Fund; 2% of Net Sales for Local Marketing and Advertising | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $279,365 – $478,393 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $279K–$478K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Net Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Net Sales (Currently 1.5% of Net Sales) for Brand Development Fund; 2% of Net Sales for Local Marketing and Advertising) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Your Training Expenses | $6,300 | $18,900 |
| Third Party Training Expense | $161 | $483 |
| Lease deposit | $2,417 | $4,250 |
| Utility Deposit | $958 | $1,964 |
| Rent | $7,251 | $12,750 |
| Utilities | $2,875 | $5,890 |
| Office Equipment, Supplies and Shipping Supplies | $4,908 | $6,135 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Construction and/or Remodeling | $74,000 | $110,000 |
| Architect/Design Fees | $3,000 | $15,000 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $16,508 | $38,159 |
| Equipment | $50,881 | $86,398 |
| Signage | $11,713 | $23,813 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $800 | $1,500 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $7,840 | $9,408 |
| Technology Fees | $450 | $450 |
| Initial Inventory | $23,965 | $26,895 |
| Professional Fees | $8,368 | $18,268 |
| Association Membership Fees and Software Subscriptions | $1,439 | $1,439 |
| Initial Launch Marketing & Promotions | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Local Marketing Expenditure (2 Months) | $683 | $1,664 |
| Insurance (6 Months) | $2,785 | $2,785 |
| Additional Funds / working Capital – 3 months | $8,063 | $57,242 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | For transfers to: (i) an entity or individual that is new to the System, 75% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee; (ii) an entity or individual that is already an existing owner in the System, 50% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee; and (iii) an entity owned and controlled by the franchisee for convenience purposes without changing the majority ownership in the franchisee entity, $1,500. |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then-current franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Up to $70 per week (Currently $35 per week) |
| Audit Fee | Varies |
| Remedial Training | $350 per trainer per day, plus travel and other expenses |
| Additional Training | $500 per person, plus travel and other related expenses |
| Relocation Fee | 33% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Product or Supplier Review | $750 per review |
| Non-Compliance Charge | Up to $500 per failure to comply with the Franchise Agreement or Operations Manual; may be assessed per day or incident whichever is applicable |
| Late Payment Fee | $100 |
| Interest | 1.5% per month or the highest legal rate, whichever is less |
| Insufficient Funds | $100 |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Amount paid by us for your insurance obligations, plus an additional fifteen percent (15%) administrative fee. |
| Interim Management Fee | $400 per day, plus travel and other expenses |
| Customer Resolution Fee | $200 plus reimbursement of our expenses |
| Taxes | Reimbursement of our costs, plus 10% administrative fee. |
| Examination of Books and Records | Cost of the examination, plus related expenses |
| Indemnification | Amount of loss or damages, plus costs and expenses |
| Reimbursement of Legal Fees and Expenses | Our costs and expenses, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, incurred for your failure to pay amounts when due or failure to comply in any way with the Franchise Agreement |
| Liquidated Damages | Royalty Fees for balance of Term |
| Confidential Operations Manual Replacement Fee | Currently $300, subject to change. |
| Post-Termination or Post-Expiration Expenses | Costs and expenses |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 168 hours |
| Classroom Training | 76 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 92 hours |
| Training Location | Springfield, IL |
| Additional Training | Mandatory or optional additional training programs, including an annual business meeting or franchisee conference, for up to five (5) days or less per year at a designated location. Remedial on-site training and assistance are also available upon request or as deemed appropriate by the franchisor. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Limited Protected, Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Approximately 75,000 people |
| Description | The Territory is located in all or a portion of a listed town, city, or county, identified by a group of contiguous zip codes and further defined by political boundaries, natural boundaries, competition, and other pertinent factors. It contains a population of approximately 75,000 people, determined on an individual basis using demographic data such as minimum numbers of households, average home prices, and household incomes. Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or alternative distribution channels. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | two (2) terms of five (5) years each |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in full compliance with the agreement, have no more than three (3) events of default during the current term, provide written notice at least six months before the term ends, execute a new franchise agreement, pay a Successor Agreement fee, have the right to occupy the premises or approved relocation, remodel the business, execute a general release, and comply with current qualifications and training requirements. The new agreement may have materially different terms. |
| Transfer Fee | For transfers to: (i) an entity or individual new to the System, 75% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee; (ii) an existing owner in the System, 50% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee; and (iii) an entity owned and controlled by the franchisee for convenience purposes without changing majority ownership, $1,500. |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor's decision not to exercise its right of first refusal; transferee meets current franchisee standards; transferee signs the then-current Franchise Agreement; transferee and general manager complete Initial Management Training Program; all amounts owed to franchisor and third-party creditors are paid; franchisee and transferee sign a General Release; franchisee subordinates claims against transferee to franchisor; franchisee indemnifies franchisor for 3 years post-transfer; franchisor approves material terms of transfer; landlord's consent to lease assignment (if applicable); and payment of the transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for various defaults, some curable within 5 days (e.g., non-payment) and others non-curable (e.g., insolvency, bankruptcy, falsifying reports, ceasing operations for 5+ days, losing possession of premises, failure to restore business within 120 days after casualty, failure to comply with laws, default under lease, understatement of Net Sales two or more times, failure to comply with insurance/indemnification, unauthorized transfer, failure to transfer upon death/disability, misrepresentation in application, felony conviction, adverse judgment for fraud/racketeering, concealing revenues, creating public health threat, refusing inspection/audit, unauthorized use of IP, non-compliance with non-compete, 3+ defaults during term or 2+ default notices in 12 months, insufficient funds 3+ times in 12 months, default under other agreements, or termination without cause. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | For 24 months after termination or expiration, the franchisee and principals may not directly or indirectly divert customers to competitors, participate in any confectionery business similar to the System within 20 miles of their former outlet or any other Del’s Popcorn Shop location, solicit franchisor employees, or engage in any act damaging to the brand's goodwill or business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee is required to personally supervise the Del’s Popcorn Shop outlet for the first 2 years. After this period, a General Manager, approved by the franchisor, may be appointed to oversee day-to-day operations. If a multi-unit development agreement is signed, a general manager is required for all franchised businesses not directly supervised by the franchisee. The general manager must successfully complete the Initial Management Training Program, all other required training, and devote full-time to the role without engaging in competing businesses. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor is the sole approved or designated supplier for all Del’s Popcorn Shop branded packaging (containers, merchandise, paper materials). Franchisees must purchase all equipment, fixtures, furnishings, ingredients, supplies, and services, including computer systems and certain software, from franchisor-designated suppliers or in accordance with franchisor specifications. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor maintains written lists of approved items and designated suppliers, which are updated periodically. Franchisees must use these. Franchisor's criteria for approving new items or suppliers are not available to franchisees. Approval of new items/suppliers requires a $750 evaluation fee and may incur actual product testing costs. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | None in 2022, but may receive revenue, rebates, discounts, or other material consideration from suppliers in the future. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any note, lease, or obligation on your behalf. |
Del's Popcorn Shop Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$562K
Median Revenue
$555K
Revenue Range
$478K – $665K
Sample Size
2 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Del's Popcorn Shop Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDel's Popcorn Shop has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Del's Popcorn Shop System Growth
Total Units
2
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
2
Del's Popcorn Shop currently operates 0 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Del's Popcorn Shop Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Del's Popcorn Shop franchise ranges from $279,365 to $478,393, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Del's Popcorn Shop charges a royalty fee of 6% of Net Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Net Sales (Currently 1.5% of Net Sales) for Brand Development Fund; 2% of Net Sales for Local Marketing and Advertising contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Del's Popcorn Shop Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Del's Popcorn Shop to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Del's Popcorn Shop franchise owners report average revenue of $562K and median revenue of $555K. This is based on a sample of 2 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Del's Popcorn Shop has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $279,365-$478,393, a 6% of Net Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $279,365 to $478,393 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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