Last year’s hot new franchise opportunity sometimes becomes this year’s discounted resale (and, in the worst cases, next year’s cautionary tale). DonutNV franchisees in Utah, New York, Tennessee and Florida are among those who have run (or are running) ads for DonutNV trailers, territories or both at prices less than what they likely paid. With most giving time constraints as their reason for selling, these ads contradict the representation that DonutNV is a viable passive, semi-absentee business. by Sean Kelly
(UnhappyFranchisee.Com) If DonutNV franchisees enjoy 84.6% profit margins, $169,799 adjusted net profit and gross sales of $220,000, why are so many selling their semi-absentee, passive-investment businesses?
DonutNV, Franchise Fastlane & myriad franchise brokers sold the mini-donut franchise as a business that could be run alongside the franchisee’s full-time job or other businesses with low time constraints.
Many of the ads from franchisees trying to sell their existing businesses challenge the representation of DonutNV being a viable passive-investor, semi-absentee business. Stated reasons for selling include:
“Due to our other businesses, we do not have the time we wish we had to spend on it.”
“Bottom line: I can’t keep up with the business.”
“Unable to dedicate the time needed to maximize its growing potential.”
“We are selling our business to focus on family”
“We just don’t have the time to continue running multiple businesses…”
Reason for Selling:
We initially launched DonutNV of SLC as a side business, aiming to operate it as semi-absentee
owners while managing other commitments… To ensure DonutNV of SLC meets its full potential, we are seeking a new owner who
can dedicate their time and energy to continue building on the strong foundation we’ve established.
Listed below are some of the DonutNV franchise resale ads running currently or recently.
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According to DonutNV FDD, the initial franchise investment is $189,580 to $272,900.
On BizBuySell, Dennis Stein (Melissa Stein) is offering this turnkey “Lucrative Dessert Truck” for $49,995 including “territories.”
Lucrative Dessert Truck
Asking Price: $49,995
Established: 2023With DonutNV you’ll have a turn key trailer with everything you need to succeed for FREE such as 2 fryers, juicer, drink dispenser and
supplies such as cups, buckets, bags, toppings, ingredients, etc. You will also get our territories FREE with the purchase of the trailer.
On Biz BuySell.Com:
Established DonutNV Food Truck Business – High Demand & Turnkey Opp.
Asking Price: $150,000
Cash Flow: $103,500
Gross Revenue: $169,866
Established: 2023
Location: Lehi, UT
Inventory: Included in asking price
74% NET margins, low overhead, proprietary products, very simple model
… incredible profit margins. This business has a high demand, with a full calendar of events across
Utah and Salt Lake Counties.
…our custom-built DonutNV trailers (up to 3 available).
Anthony White of St. George, UT is advertising multiple territories and multiple trailers.
Options range from $25,000 to $180,000.
DonutNV franchisee Tyler Baker is trying to sell three Pensacola territories for $25K each – substantially less than the $60K+ per territory charged by the franchisor.
Established DonutNV Food Truck Business on the Emerald Coast
Asking Price: $75,000
Cash Flow: $87,514
Gross Revenue: $171,991
Established: 2022
Price is for 3 Pensacola Territories. Trailer would need to be purchased to run in your
area. The three territories cover everything from Navarre to the State line. These start
at $60,000 from DonutNV.
DonutNV franchise owner Chad Day must have quickly recognized that the concept could not be run on a semi-absentee basis.
6-8 months after launching, he began to promote the sale of his DonutNV franchise for Cookeville, TN.
In January, 2024, Chattanooga, TN Jay Henry announced that he wanted to exit the DonutNV franchise and was seeking a buyer.
Patty Aviles of Groveland, FL was the 6th DonutNV franchisee. She aggressively promoted her trailer for sale on Facebook in Spring, 2024. She eventually was able to sell it and exit the system.
The DonutNV Columbia, TN franchise owner has been trying to sell his franchise on Facebook & instagram.
Not sure if he/she has had any luck getting out of the system.
A DonutNV franchisee advertised the DonutNV of York County, South Carolina.
Rock Hill, SC is situated in York County.
The franchisees listed as the owners of the Rock Hill DonutNV, Jason Scott Wells & Mallory Outlaw (Dina Wells) reportedly exited the system in early 2025.
An unidentified DonutNV franchisee (or former franchisee) or creditor (repossession?) is advertising their DonutNV trailer on the free Used Food Trucks listing site.
Located in Tennessee, they are seeking $117,700. It was built in 2022.
DonutNV Franchisees Who Left the System:
DonutNV Franchisee Marc Schnobrich (Hilton Head, Savannah) May Have Left the System
Has the DonutNV Franchise of Woodstock GA Ceased Operation?
Has DonutNV Ceased Operation in Connecticut?
Has DonutNV Franchise Owner Darlene Ortega Left the System?
DonutNV MultiUnit NC Franchisees Left the System. Not Disclosed?
DonutNV References/Documentation:
DonutNV 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
DonutNV 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
DonutNV 2022 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
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