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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of I Can't Believe It's Yogurt 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 | $110,000 - $203,000 | $165,636 - $506,600 |
Franchise Fee | $15,000 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | 0 | 6% |
Advertising Fee | 2.3% | 2% |
Year Founded | 1977 | - |
Year Franchised | 1983 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years +10 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years +10 | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
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 | |
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Training & Support |
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Training | 1. Corporate Headquarters 10 Days 2. Store 1 Week | 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 | - | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | 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 | - | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
Through nearly 5,000 franchises, CoolBrands International Inc., formerly known as Yogen Fruz World-Wide, Inc. sells frozen yogurt and ice cream, including I Can't Believe It's Yogurt, in Canada, the United States, and 80 other countries worldwide.