Mrs. Fields Franchise

Cookies & bakery products


Mrs. Fields Cookies started in 1977 and has been in the Famous Brands portfolio since 2000. Today the company has over
300 locations in over 20 countries. Mrs. Fields has been a pioneer in cookies and based goods.

Through its franchisees' retail stores; it is one of the largest retailers of freshly baked, on-premises specialty cookies and brownies in the world and the largest retailer of soft-serve frozen yogurt with live active cultures. Its franchise systems operate through a network of more than 800 franchised and licensed locations throughout the United States and in 25 foreign countries. In addition, it operates an internet and catalog gifting business, and has entered into licensing arrangements that leverage awareness of its core brands among its retail customer base.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a retail store
ranges from $251,995 to $410,500.
This includes $35,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliate.
The total investment necessary to begin operation of a retail kiosk
ranges from $166,806 t0 $233,640.
This includes $35,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliate.





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How much does it cost to open a Mrs. Fields Franchise?

The investment required to open a Mrs. Fields Franchise is between $166,806-$410,500. There is an initial franchise fee of $30,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the Mrs. Fields name.

Individual Unit Costs

  • Initial Investment:
    $166,806-$410,500
  • Initial Franchise Fee:
    $30,000
  • Royalty Fee:
    6%
  • Advertising Fee:
    N/A
  • Term of Agreement:
    7 years


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Mrs. Fields News & Press Releases

When did the first Mrs. Fields open? 1977
When did Mrs. Fields start Franchising? 1990

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate
2004 376 0 82 57
2003 372 0 82 59
2002 344 5 76 103
2001 320 5 0 143
2000 322 5 0 126
Expense In-House Third Party
Franchise Fee No Yes
Startup Costs No Yes
Equipment No Yes
Inventory No Yes
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Ad slicks, National media

International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

Business Experience:

  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills

  • To calculate how much income a franchise owner can do at Mrs. Fields Franchise, may vary on factors like location, size etc., On the other side as a business owner your goals to maintain the quality of service while streaming sales high and expenses low. As any other franchise may include rent/mortgage, staffing/family, inventory supplies, utilities, administrative costs vise vera. Location to location and seasons the months costs may vary. Most franchises start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover most of the initial operating costs like signage, furniture, decoration and renovations.

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    Mrs. Fields

    Mrs. Fields

    Mrs. Fields Franchising LLC
    8001 Arista Place, Suite 600
    Broomfield, CO
    80021

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