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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Yogen Fruz Worldwide 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 | $123,179 - $459,679 | $75,000 - $150,000 |
Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $20,000 |
Royalty Fee | 6% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | 3% | 0% |
Year Founded | 1986 | 1925 |
Year Franchised | 1987 | 2002 |
Term Of Agreement | 7-10 years | 10 Years |
Term Of Agreement | 7-10 years | 10 Years |
Renewal Fee | 50% of current franchise fee | - |
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 | Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | Central Data Processing Field Operation Evaluation Field Training Initial Store Opening Inventory Control 800 Telephone Hotline |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 5% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4 - 7
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 |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
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.