How Much Does It Cost to Buy a TCBY?

Franchise Costs Comparison: TCBY vs Yogurtland vs Baskin Robbins vs Menchies

To buy a franchise with TCBY:

  • liquid capital of $100,000 and a minimum net worth of $250,000
  • total investment of $134,000 – $640,000
  • financing via 3rd party as well as a discount for veterans

How much does it cost to own a Yogurtland?

  • $35,000 franchise fee
  • $265,000 to $450,000 for location and size costs
  • six percent royalty fees and two percent marketing fees are expected based on sales
  • $200,000 liquid assets and $400,000 total net worth needed
  • total investment is $300,000 to $700,000
  • effective marketing to families and kids with Sanrio toy products and You Rule Club promotions

Baskin Robbins franchise:

  • $25,000 franchise fee per 20-year term location
  • frozen yogurt industry is worth $1 billion with 2,508 stores
  • average yearly store sales are $398,724

Menchies:

  • established profitable franchise
  • opening costs $200,000 to $400,000
  • most would settle for fewer flavors if location more convenient

Additional Franchise Insights

  • Yogurtland hourly pay reported as $8 to $14.67 per hour
  • some stores report $750,000 to $800,000 annual sales after two years
  • labor costs range from $7,500 to $15,000 monthly for a store with $350,000 annual sales

Franchise Brokers and Insights:

  • franchising guidance available for free
  • campground and dairy franchises can also be rewarding

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