{"id":23,"date":"2024-03-01T19:01:23","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T19:01:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/annashouseus.com\/franchise\/?page_id=23"},"modified":"2025-09-18T20:17:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T20:17:17","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/annashouseus.com\/franchise\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;rgba(145,183,189,0.7) 0%|rgba(145,183,189,0.9) 100%&#8221; background_color_gradient_overlays_image=&#8221;on&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/annashouseus.com\/franchise\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Gville-3.webp&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-196px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;250px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; header_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;gcid-8f823c6e-fd95-43fd-a90c-f25f023d3982&#8243; header_font_size=&#8221;4vw&#8221; header_line_height=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-8f823c6e-fd95-43fd-a90c-f25f023d3982%22:%91%22header_text_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Anna\u2019s House Restaurant Franchise: Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;90%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;BalboaPlusPrimary||||||||&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;2.5vw&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Futura||||||||&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;gcid-secondary-color&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;2vw&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22header_2_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-secondary-color%22:%91%22header_3_text_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>HAVE QUESTIONS?<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<h3>Some Commonly Asked Questions About  How to Open a Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch Restaurant with Anna\u2019s House\u2026<br \/>\n<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion icon_color=&#8221;#91b7bd&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22icon_color%22%93}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What experience do I need to open a breakfast, lunch and brunch restaurant with Anna\u2019s House?&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The Anna\u2019s House franchise owner shares our philosophy and is inspired by our mission to create delicious breakfast, brunch, and lunch options for every guest we serve, regardless of dietary needs. You don\u2019t need prior restaurant experience, but you should have management skills and a drive to learn. We look for people who have solid leadership skills, business acumen, and a real appreciation for guest service and hospitality.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What is provided as part of the Anna\u2019s House franchise program?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Franchise owners and key team members receive five weeks of comprehensive training on the Anna\u2019s House franchise model, both in the classroom and on the job. When it\u2019s time for your Grand Opening, our Anna\u2019s House team will travel to your location and spend five days with you and your team, to make sure you are calm, confident, and excited as you open a breakfast, lunch and brunch restaurant in your community. Owners will have access to the Anna\u2019s House Confidential Operations Manual for daily operations, recipes, and more. Our team will remain available to assist you when you need us. We are always just a call or click away.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;How much will the Anna\u2019s House franchise program cost me?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; open=&#8221;on&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The estimated initial investment necessary to begin operations ranges from $1,115,500 to $2,002,200*. This includes a $35,000 initial franchise fee. As with any new venture, it\u2019s important to have adequate capital to fund the initial business growth stages.<br \/>*The estimated initial investment range is as of September 1, 2025, per our Franchise Disclosure Document. This range is based on our experience developing and opening Anna&#8217;s House restaurants in our existing markets. See the Franchise Disclosure Document for additional information regarding investment costs.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Is financing available?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>We do not provide or arrange financing for franchise owners, but you may obtain financing from a third-party.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Are there ongoing fees to pay?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes. We collect a royalty fee equal to 4.5% of Gross Sales (as defined in the franchise agreement), among several other ongoing fees. Fees such as these allow us to fund our ongoing support services and the continued development of programs, marketing tools, training programs, recipes, and systems upgrades. For a full list of fees and requirements, please refer to our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Are there any required advertising fees or expenditures?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]Franchise owners will be required to spend the greater of 1% of Gross Sales or $1,000 on local marketing each month, and a minimum of $5,000 and up to $10,000 on their Grand Opening. You will also contribute 1.5% of Gross Sales to the Brand Development Fund. Collected funds will be used to develop marketing strategies, promote the Anna\u2019s House brand, and cover the creative costs to develop branded marketing materials and campaigns. For a full list of fees and requirements, please refer to our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What is the term of the agreement?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The initial term of your franchise agreement is ten years. If certain conditions are met as of the end of your initial term, you will have an option to renew the franchise agreement for an additional term of five years.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;How do I get started?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22toggle_text_color%22%93}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;gcid-primary-color&#8221; toggle_font=&#8221;Futura|700|||||||&#8221; toggle_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]If you\u2019re interested in learning more about the Anna\u2019s House Franchise Opportunity, and how to open a breakfast, lunch and brunch restaurant with our exciting brand, contact us at <a href=\"tel: +16164268699\">(616) 426-8699<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto: franchise@annashouseus.com\">franchise@annashouseus.com<\/a>. 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