On January 1, 2025, sharon walker signed an agreement, covering 5 years, to operate as a franchisee of carla vista Inc. for an initial franchise fee of $62,000. The amount of $9,000 was paid when the agreement was signed, and the balance is payable in five annual payments of $10,600 each, beginning January 1, 2026. The agreement provides that the down payment is non refundable and that no future services are required of the franchisor once the franchise commences operations on April 1, 2025. Sharon Walker's credit rating indicates that she can borrow money at 9% for a loan of this type