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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Fruitfull vs Morrone's Treat Centers including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $30,362 - $85,670 | $75,000 - $150,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $21,000 | $20,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 0 | 5% |
| Advertising Fee | - | 0% |
| Year Founded | 1991 | 1925 |
| Year Franchised | 1993 | 2002 |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 10 Years |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 10 Years |
| Renewal Fee | $500 | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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| In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
| Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
| Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
| Equipment | No/No | -/- |
| Inventory | No/No | -/- |
| Receivables | No/No | -/- |
| Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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| Training | - | Location 40 Hours |
| Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Internet | Central Data Processing Field Operation Evaluation Field Training Initial Store Opening Inventory Control 800 Telephone Hotline |
| Marketing | Ad slicks, National media | - |
| Operations |
Franchise can be run from home.
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 6 Part-time Passive Ownership: Allowed, But Discouraged |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
| Canada Expansion | No | - |
| International Expansion | No | - |
Retail outlets selling Italian Ices and a special blend of homemade ice cream made right on the premises. Also offering walk-in, year- round operations.