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The following questions are typical inquiries by prospective franchisees. However, for a more detailed analysis, we strongly encourage you to read Burger King Corporation’s Franchise Disclosure Document (“FDD”) in its entirety and to consult with an advisor. If there is any inconsistency or conflict between these questions and the FDD, the FDD will control. New Franchisee FAQ’s Q. How do the majority of new BURGER KING ® franchisees enter our system? A. Most new franchisees enter by purchasing existing restaurants from existing BURGER KING® franchisees. Q: What are the minimum financial requirements to qualify as a franchisee? A: $1.5 million net worth and $500,000 liquid assets available to invest for one restaurant. Financial requirements may be substantially higher, depending on the transaction. Q: I only want to open one restaurant. Is that acceptable? A: Burger King Corporation is currently recruiting multi-unit franchisees. We are looking for candidates who can acquire multiple restaurants and subsequently grow their business by developing new restaurants. Q. Is Burger King Corporation seeking minority candidates? A. Yes, Burger King Corporation is committed to increasing the number of minority franchisees. Q: How do I apply to become a franchisee? A: Complete the prequalification questionnaire to see if you qualify to proceed further in the application process. Q: What is the start-up cost for a new BURGER KING® restaurant? A: The range of costs to develop a new restaurant will depend on the restaurant location and other factors, such as geographic and building code requirements, site availability, building size etc. On average, development costs can range from $1.2 million to $2.2 million for a typical ROC 40 or ROC 60 type restaurant. You will also find detailed information regarding costs in our Franchise Disclosure Document. Q: What does it cost to buy an existing BURGER KING® restaurant from a franchisee? A: BURGER KING® franchisees are independent business owners, and thus, in large part, pricing is set by the seller. Values for individual restaurants are typically based on a multiple of that restaurant’s cash flow, and will be impacted by factors such as the condition of the facility, the number of years remaining on the franchise agreement for that restaurant, and the availability of financing. Q: What is your royalty rate? A: • A monthly royalty fee of 4.5% of gross sales. • A monthly advertising contribution of 4% of gross sales. Q: What is the franchise fee for a 20-year Franchise Agreement term and when is it due? A: The franchise fee is currently $50,000, and it is due before the Restaurant opens for business.

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The following questions are typical inquiries by prospective franchisees. However, for a more detailed analysis, we strongly encourage you to read Burger King Corporation’s Franchise Disclosure Document (“FDD”) in its entirety and to consult with an advisor. If there is any inconsistency or conflict between these questions and the FDD, the FDD will control.

New Franchisee FAQ’s

Q. How do the majority of new BURGER KING® franchisees enter our system?

A. Most new franchisees enter by purchasing existing restaurants from existing BURGER KING® franchisees.

Q: What are the minimum financial requirements to qualify as a franchisee?

A: $1.5 million net worth and $500,000 liquid assets available to invest for one restaurant. Financial requirements

may be substantially higher, depending on the transaction.

Q: I only want to open one restaurant. Is that acceptable?

A: Burger King Corporation is currently recruiting multi-unit franchisees. We are looking for candidates who can

acquire multiple restaurants and subsequently grow their business by developing new restaurants.

Q. Is Burger King Corporation seeking minority candidates?

A. Yes, Burger King Corporation is committed to increasing the number of minority franchisees.

Q: How do I apply to become a franchisee?

A: Complete the prequalification questionnaire to see if you qualify to proceed further in the application process.

Q: What is the start-up cost for a new BURGER KING® restaurant?

A: The range of costs to develop a new restaurant will depend on the restaurant location and other factors, such as

geographic and building code requirements, site availability, building size etc. On average, development costs

can range from $1.2 million to $2.2 million for a typical ROC 40 or ROC 60 type restaurant. You will also find

detailed information regarding costs in our Franchise Disclosure Document.

Q: What does it cost to buy an existing BURGER KING® restaurant from a franchisee?

A: BURGER KING® franchisees are independent business owners, and thus, in large part, pricing is set by the

seller. Values for individual restaurants are typically based on a multiple of that restaurant’s cash flow, and will

be impacted by factors such as the condition of the facility, the number of years remaining on the franchise

agreement for that restaurant, and the availability of financing.

Q: What is your royalty rate?

A: • A monthly royalty fee of 4.5% of gross sales.

• A monthly advertising contribution of 4% of gross sales.

Q: What is the franchise fee for a 20-year Franchise Agreement term and when is it due?

A: The franchise fee is currently $50,000, and it is due before the Restaurant opens for business.

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NEW FRANCHISEE FAQ’S (Continued)

Q: Where is Burger King Corporation looking for franchisees?

A: While we are open to applications from all over the U.S., some markets have a higher need for new franchisees

than others. We will try to match all qualified applicant’s geographic interest with any BURGER KING®

opportunities that may exist.

Q: I do not have direct quick-service (“QSR”) restaurant experience. Is it still possible to be approved as a

new franchisee?

A: While direct QSR experience is very helpful, Burger King Corporation welcomes interest from people with a

demonstrated history of success, preferably in a multi-unit, high-traffic retail environment. Senior-level corporate

experience and a history of entrepreneurial success are also viewed positively.

Q: How long is the entire process of becoming a BURGER KING® franchisee?

A: The timing can vary depending on the applicant’s experience. Applicants with more direct experience often

require much less training, while someone new to the QSR business would require the full training schedule.

Training time would also depend on whether the applicant is building a new restaurant or acquiring existing

restaurants.

Q: How much time is required to complete the training program?

A: You may have to complete up to 84 days of classroom and on the job training that includes a mandatory 80 hour

New Franchisee Orientation, and up to 7 weeks of in-restaurant training. You will also find detailed information

regarding the training program in our FDD.

Q: Where does the in-restaurant training take place?

A: In-restaurant training usually takes place in a BKC-operated restaurant. We try to schedule the training close to

you, but this is not always possible.

Q: Does everyone with a financial interest or ownership in the Franchise Agreement have to go through the

training?

A: No. Typically only the principal owner and anyone else responsible for the day-to-day restaurant operations must

attend training.

Q: Are there available sites in my area?

A: Site availability for new unit development will be discussed during the interview process as appropriate.

Q: Are there packages of restaurants available for acquisition?

A: Availability of restaurants for acquisition is discussed with qualified candidates as appropriate.

Q: Can I be a franchisee if I prefer to own my real estate?

A: Yes, we encourage franchisees to own their real estate.