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Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni

Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni

Franchising since 1987

The total investment to open a Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni franchise ranges from $88,150 - $270,250. The initial franchise fee is $37,500. Ongoing royalties are 6%. Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni currently operates 0 locations. PeerSense FPI health score: 32/100.

Investment

$88,150 - $270,250

Franchise Fee

$37,500

Total Units

0

0
FPI Score
Low
32

Proprietary PeerSense metric

Limited
Capital Partners
1lenders available

Active capital sources verified for Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni financing

SBA

7(a) Eligible

21d

Avg Funding

P+2.25%

Best Rate

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FPI Score Breakdown

New/Niche (1-2 loans)

Limited Data
32out of 100
Limited

SBA Lending Performance

SBA Default Rate

100.0%

1 of 1 loans charged off

SBA Loans

1

Total Volume

$0.1M

Active Lenders

1

States

1

Top SBA Lenders for Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni

What is the Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni franchise?

The Wholesome Tummieswt Cafe Uni franchise established its foundational roots in 1988, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of convenient and accessible food service solutions. The enterprise, spearheaded by visionaries Peter La Colla, known affectionately as Pete, and Daniel J. McCabe, or Dan, traces its earliest origins back to McColla Enterprises, Ltd., which was formally established in 1987. Their entrepreneurial journey began with a distinct vision to redefine on-the-go dining experiences. The inaugural retail venture, initially known as "Street Corner Cuisine" (now seamlessly integrated into the brand's identity), opened its doors in March 1988 within a bustling Topeka, Kansas mall. This innovative concept sought to evoke the vibrant, dynamic atmosphere of a New York City street vending scene, offering patrons a unique culinary experience that blended speed with quality. Following this initial success, the founders swiftly introduced "Street Corner News" (also now part of the comprehensive offering) later that same year, pivoting to a successful newsstand and convenience store model within the mall environment. This dual approach demonstrated a profound understanding of evolving consumer demands for both specialized food services and everyday convenience, setting the stage for robust expansion. The company’s strategic decision to begin franchising in 1995 solidified its commitment to widespread accessibility and empowered aspiring entrepreneurs to become part of a proven business model. Headquartered in Topeka, Kansas, the Wholesome Tummieswt Cafe Uni franchise has maintained its core values while adapting to contemporary market trends, positioning itself as a flexible and supportive player within the food service contractors category, distinguished by

FPI Score

32/100

SBA Default Rate

100.0%

Active Lenders

1

Key Highlights

Data Insights

Key performance metrics for Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni based on SBA lending data

SBA Default Rate

100.0%

1 of 1 loans charged off

SBA Loan Volume

1 loans

Across 1 lenders

Lender Diversity

1 lenders

Avg 1.0 loans per lender

Investment Tier

Mid-range investment

$88,150 – $270,250 total

Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni — Deep SBA Data

Brand-specific metrics derived directly from SBA 7(a) approval records — peak lending year, leading state, average loan size, and lender concentration. PeerSense computes these per brand so capital advisors and prospective franchisees can benchmark this opportunity against the rest of the franchise universe.

Peak SBA Year

2015

1 approvals — best year on record for Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni.

Top SBA State

Tennessee

1 SBA-financed Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni locations — the densest operator footprint.

Average Loan Size

$150K

Median $150K — use as a sizing anchor when modeling your own $Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni unit.

Lender Concentration

100%

Concentrated

Share of Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni approvals captured by the top 3 SBA lenders.

Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uni's SBA lending pipeline peaked in 2015 (1 approvals). Operator density is highest in Tennessee with 1 SBA-financed locations. Average funded ticket sits at $150K, with the median at $150K. Lender mix is concentrated: the top three SBA lenders account for 100% of approvals — credit decisions concentrate with a small group of incumbents.

Payment Estimator

Loan Amount$71K
Interest Rate9.5%
Term (Years)10 yr

Estimated Monthly Payment

$913

Principal & Interest only

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Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uniunit breakdown

Total Units
N/A
Franchisee Owned
System Owned
Closed

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