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Western Sizzlin Steak & More

Western Sizzlin Corporation

Company Information

89 Summers Way, Suite 103 Roanoke, Virginia 24019

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We are a Delaware corporation organized on January 1, 2007. Our principal business address is located at 89 Summers Way, Suite 103, Roanoke, Virginia 24019. Our agents to receive service of process are disclosed on Exhibit H to this Disclosure Document. We do business under the names “Western Sizzlin Steak & More,” “Western Sizzlin Express,” “Quincy’s Family Steakhouse,” “Western Sizzlin’s Wood Grill Buffet,” “Great American Buffet Restaurant,” and “Great American Steak & Buffet.”

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Franchise Rating

Franchimp Summary Rating

4/10

Investment Accessibility

4/10

Franchise System Development

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Summary of Investment Costs

Upfront Franchise Fees

Minimum: $30,000 Maximum: $30,000

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: $1,061,000 Maximum: $1,061,000

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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