Selling a Baskin-Robbins Franchise

Franchise Resale & M&A Advisory for Baskin-Robbins Franchise Owners

By Mercedes Shaffer, Managing Director | Highwater Partners

Selling a Baskin-Robbins franchise is a specialized transaction that requires brand-specific expertise, disciplined valuation, and maximum buyer exposure. As one of the most recognizable dessert franchises in the world, Baskin-Robbins attracts a distinct buyer profile—but franchise resales are closely evaluated by the franchisor, lenders, and landlords, making experienced M&A representation essential.

At Highwater Partners, we specialize in franchise resale and M&A advisory for franchise owners, representing Baskin-Robbins franchisees across the United States. We advise owners on single-unit sales, multi-unit portfolio exits, and strategic divestitures, delivering a professional, structured process designed to maximize value and ensure transaction certainty.

Why Selling a Baskin-Robbins Franchise Requires Specialized M&A Expertise

Baskin-Robbins franchise resales involve unique considerations, including:

• Franchisor approval and formal transfer processes

• Buyer net worth, liquidity, and foodservice experience requirements

• Brand compliance reviews and co-branding considerations (Baskin-Robbins / Dunkin’)

• Lease assignment, landlord consent, and seasonal sales dynamics

• Evaluation of hours, staffing model, and sales mix

These factors directly impact valuation accuracy, buyer eligibility, financing, and deal timelines. A general business broker may understand restaurants—but a franchise M&A advisor understands Baskin-Robbins.

How Baskin-Robbins Franchises Are Valued

Baskin-Robbins franchise valuations are driven by cash flow consistency, operational efficiency, and transferability, not gross sales.

Core Valuation Drivers

• Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE)

• Trailing twelve-month and historical financial performance

• Seasonal revenue patterns and margin stability

• Lease terms, rent ratios, and remaining option periods

• Owner involvement versus manager-run operations

• Brand compliance and anticipated capital expenditures

At Highwater Partners, we apply M&A-grade financial normalization and valuation methodologies, ensuring pricing is credible to sophisticated franchise buyers, lenders, and private equity investors.

Who Is Buying Baskin-Robbins Franchises Today

Active buyers for Baskin-Robbins franchises include:

• Existing Baskin-Robbins franchisees expanding territory

• Multi-unit, multi-brand dessert and QSR operators

• Family operators seeking semi-absentee models

• Strategic buyers acquiring stable, recognizable food brands

Through maximum listing exposure and targeted outreach, we ensure sellers reach the most qualified and motivated buyers nationwide.

Maximum Exposure Through a National Buyer & Broker Network

Highwater Partners is a national business brokerage and M&A advisory firm representing franchise owners and independent multi-unit operators across restaurants, wellness, fitness, beauty, and pet services. Led by a team of elite business brokers and franchise M&A professionals, the firm delivers maximum listing exposure, disciplined valuation, and transaction management at the highest level.

Highwater Partners delivers broad, national exposure through:

• A proprietary database of 100,000+ qualified franchisees and private equity investors

• A nationwide network of 110+ professional business brokers across the U.S.

• Direct outreach to active, brand-aligned Baskin-Robbins buyers

• Professionally prepared marketing materials designed for institutional and lender review

This approach creates competitive buyer interest, stronger negotiating leverage, and higher certainty of close, while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process.

Why Baskin-Robbins Franchise Owners Choose Highwater Partners

Baskin-Robbins franchise owners choose Highwater Partners because we deliver:

• Top-tier professionals with deep franchise and M&A experience

• Brand-specific Baskin-Robbins resale expertise

• Institutional-quality valuation and deal preparation

• Maximum listing exposure across national buyer channels

• Proven execution on franchise resale transactions

• Professional, discreet representation from start to finish

We are consistently selected by franchise owners seeking the best firm to sell a Baskin-Robbins franchise, not a generalist brokerage.

Our Baskin-Robbins Franchise Resale Process

1. Confidential Valuation & Exit Strategy Assessment

2. Professional CIM & Transaction Packaging

3. Maximum Buyer Exposure & Targeted Outreach

4. Buyer Qualification & Franchisor Coordination

5. Offer Negotiation & Deal Structuring

6. Transaction Management Through Closing

Each step is designed to protect value, reduce execution risk, and deliver optimal outcomes.

When Is the Right Time to Sell a Baskin-Robbins Franchise?

The strongest sale outcomes typically occur when:

• Cash flow is stable and predictable

• Financials are clean and well-documented

• Lease terms support buyer financing

• Owner involvement can be transitioned smoothly

• Buyer demand for Baskin-Robbins franchises is active

Preparation and positioning often matter more than market timing.

Speak with a Franchise M&A Advisor

If you are considering selling your Baskin-Robbins franchise—now or in the future—begin with a confidential consultation to discuss valuation, timing, and exit strategy.

Mercedes Shaffer

Managing Director | Highwater Partners

Call or text: 714.330.9999