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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

No retainers · Referral fee at closing

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

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

Payment Estimator

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

Estimated Monthly Payment

$913

Principal & Interest only

Locations

Wholesome Tummies/Wt Cafe (Uniunit breakdown

Total Units
N/A
Franchisee Owned
System Owned
Closed

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