What is the Initial Investment Required to Open an Ice Cream Franchise?
Jul 18, 2008
The initial investment required to start an ice cream franchise can range depending on the franchise you select and the type of options you choose. Typically the
total investment required can range from $200K - $250K, with a liquid capital requirement of approximately $50K. The royalties for each ice cream franchise charges also vary.
The criteria that determines your initial investment will depend largely on:
the type of facility you select (full-service storefront or kiosk, etc.)
are you building a new operation or converting an existing Ice Cream shop facility
which territory you select
the franchise operation you select
The costs for a franchise include:
initial franchise fee
lease hold improvements
equipment
furniture
fixtures
signage
point of sale systems (computers and software)
training
insurance
initial advertising and promotional expenses
royalties
** Please note the figures above are only estimates and can range from franchise to franchise.
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