About Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Franchise
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Co.
is a specialty food franchise that packages and distributes nuts, dried fruits, trail mixes, candy, and snack foods directly to consumers at their workplaces.
Founded with franchising roots dating back to 1984, the brand operates a unique delivery based model where distributors service assigned geographic areas on regular schedules, bringing fresh snack products directly to offices and job sites.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$15K
Average Investment
$16K
Maximum Investment
$16K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $7,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 0% of products purchased from Mountain Man of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $15,360 – $16,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $15K–$16K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (0% of products purchased from Mountain Man) and marketing fee (None) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee /1 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Inventory/2 | $500 | $1,000 |
| Working capital/4. | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Storage space | $0 | $0 |
| Automobile/3. | $0 | $0 |
| Licenses /5. | $10 | $150 |
| Real Estate | $0 | $0 |
| Supplies for route. /6 | $0 | $0 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 to $4,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $100 |
| Interest | 18% per annum or the maximum interest rate allowed by state law. |
| Insurance | $500-$1,000 estimated |
| Education | $75-150 |
| Freight | 10-40 cents per pound |
| Early Sale Penalty | $4,000 |
| Additional Training | $250 to $2,500 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Initial training with manuals, 2-3 days of field training, and up to 4 mandatory educational seminars per year. |
| Classroom Training | Not specified, but includes educational seminars. |
| On-the-Job Training | 2-3 days as needed for field training. |
| Training Location | Franchisee's contracted area for field training; seminars at various locations. |
| Additional Training | Available for a fee ($250-$2,500) plus transportation, food, and accommodation costs. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected for route sales of Mountain Man branded products, but not exclusive against franchisor's other sales channels (retail, bulk, internet, RiverTrail). |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Approximately 20,000 jobs or 70,000 population. |
| Description | Defined by Post Office zip code boundaries, roads, and map identifiers, based on job or population count. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 3 years |
| Renewal Term | 3-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $100 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must notify Franchisor in writing 60 days prior to expiration, be current on all obligations, be in compliance with policies, meet performance criteria, and provide an up-to-date customer list and route schedule. |
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 to $4,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | New franchisee qualifies, transfer fee paid, purchase agreement approved, training arranged, release signed, full compliance with Agreement, customer list transferred, disclosure document given, records provided. Early sale penalty of up to $4,000 if sold within 18 months. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate if franchisee defaults in one of several areas. 30 days to cure for non-monetary defaults, 10 days for monetary defaults. Immediate termination for incurable breaches like misrepresentation, felony conviction, abandonment, trademark misuse, or operating a competing business. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term and for two years after termination, franchisee cannot directly or indirectly own, manage, operate, control, or be employed by a similar business within a 100-mile radius of the contracted area. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must commit to use best efforts to promote sales, advertise, canvass territory, display products, maintain stock, and fill orders promptly. Cannot delegate duties except for scheduled vacations. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor (Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Co.) for food inventory. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase all food inventory exclusively from Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Co. No other products or services are required to be purchased outside of the franchisor. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $3,148,430 (25% of total revenues in 2021) |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | No financing arrangements offered. |
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMountain Man Nut & Fruit 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.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit System Growth
Total Units
74
Franchised
74
Company-Owned
0
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit currently operates 74 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 13 | 113 |
| 2020 | 1 | 24 | 90 |
| 2021 | 2 | 15 | 75 |
Transfers: 11 | Closures: 52
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$12.4M
Net Income
$35K
Total Assets
$8.1M
Audited by Haynie & Company for year ending December 31.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Mountain Man Nut & Fruit franchise ranges from $15,360 to $16,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $7,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit charges a royalty fee of 0% of products purchased from Mountain Man of gross sales, plus a None contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Mountain Man Nut & Fruit 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 Mountain Man Nut & Fruit to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit has been franchising since 1984. The FDD shows an investment range of $15,360-$16,100, a 0% of products purchased from Mountain Man royalty, and no 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 $7,500 and the total investment ranges from $15,360 to $16,100 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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