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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Fruitfull vs Ziiing Yogurt 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 | $165,636 - $506,600 | 
| Franchise Fee | $21,000 | $25,000 | 
| Royalty Fee | 0 | 6% | 
| Advertising Fee | - | 2% | 
| Year Founded | 1991 | - | 
| Year Franchised | 1993 | - | 
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - | 
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - | 
| Renewal Fee | $500 | - | 
 Business Experience Requirements | 
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| Experience | > Understanding and agreement with the Ziiing Frozen Yogurt concept of high standards, operations and customer service. > Desire and ability to participate and conform with our operating system. > An enthusiastic and entrepreneurial spirit. > Willingness to devote full-time efforts to this business. > A minimum net worth (for single-unit operators) of $350,000 with at least $75,000 to $100,000 liquid. > Consistent employment or business ownership history. > Working knowledge of accounting and financial reports. > Strong communication and organizational skills. > Management 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 | - | 1-day orientation, then a week at our corporate office and corporate store. The last portion of training consists of a corporate approved trainer going to your location & being there with you & your staff during the first week of opening. | 
| Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Internet | - | 
| 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)  | - | 
Expansion Plans | 
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| US Expansion | Yes | - | 
| Canada Expansion | No | - | 
| International Expansion | No | - |