ICE HOUSE AMERICA
IHA Franchising, LLC
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We grant franchise rights to open and operate IceBorn Houses and IceBorn Kiosks (collectively, “IceBorn Machines”) at locations approved by us under the terms of a Franchise Agreement (Exhibit B) In this disclosure document, we call the IceBorn Machine that you operate under the Franchise Agreement the “Machine ” IceBorn Machines are self-contained vending units which manufacture, store, bag and dispense chipped or cubed ice and water on demand IceBorn Machines are customizable with a variety of standard and optional features, including remote management of performance (the “Smartice Remote Management System”), reverse osmosis purification, alternative exterior finishing, multiple payment system options, and water dispensers IceBorn Machines differ primarily m their physical footprint, cost and production and storage capacity The “IceBorn House,” the largest model, has a 6,500 pound ice storage capacity and is usually deployed at busy commercial centers and high traffic locations The ‘IceBorn Kiosk” is designed for smaller locations and offers a 2,400 to 3,000 pound ice storage capacity We grant multi-unit development rights to qualified franchisees, who then will have the right to place a number of IceBorn Machines within a defined geographic area (the “Zone”) according to a mandatory development schedule (the “Development Schedule”) We grant these rights under the Multi-Unit Zone Franchise Agreement (Exhibit C) You will sign our then current form of franchise agreement for each IceBorn Machine developed under the Multi-Unit Zone Franchise Agreement Each then current form of franchise agreement may differ from the version of Franchise Agreement attached to this disclosure document However, under the franchise agreements, you will not pay the initial franchise fee for any IceBorn Machine that you place within the Zone during the Multi-Unit Zone Franchise Agreement's term m compliance with the Development Schedule, and you may pay a reduced royalty fee depending on the number IceBorn Machines you purchase and simultaneously operate
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Investment Accessibility
3/10
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Summary of Investment Costs
Upfront Franchise Fees
Minimum: $88,200 Maximum: $163,750
Upfront franchise fees are the one-time payments required to secure rights to operate under an established brand, typically ranging from $20,000 to $100,000+ depending on brand value.
These fees grant access to proprietary business systems, training programs, intellectual property rights, and often territorial exclusivity—essentially purchasing the blueprint for a proven business model.
While separate from ongoing royalties, investors should evaluate these fees against expected returns, comparing fee-to-earnings ratios across opportunities and assessing how effectively franchisors reinvest these funds into system improvements.
Total Investment Costs
Minimum: $113,050 Maximum: $245,650
Ongoing Fees
Ongoing franchise fees, typically structured as royalties ranging from 4-8% of gross sales, represent the continuous payments franchisees make to maintain brand affiliation and support services.
These recurring fees fund the franchisor's operational assistance, marketing initiatives, technology updates, and continued brand development—creating a partnership where the franchisor's revenue grows alongside the franchisee's success. In addition to royalties, franchisees often contribute to national advertising funds (usually 1-3% of sales) and may incur technology fees, supply chain markups, or renewal fees depending on the franchise agreement.
Investors should carefully analyze these ongoing costs within their financial projections, as they directly impact profit margins and cash flow throughout the entire franchise relationship.
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