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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of F&M Deli Express vs Fratelli Ravioli including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $145,000 - $285,000 | $217,000 - $364,500 |
Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | 5% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1968 | 1978 |
Year Franchised | 2005 | 2000 |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | 10 years |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | 10 years |
Renewal Fee | 50% of then 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 | No/No |
Start-up Costs | No/No | No/No |
Equipment | No/Yes | No/No |
Inventory | No/No | No/No |
Receivables | No/No | No/No |
Payroll | No/No | No/No |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | Available at franchisee's location |
Support | Grand opening, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | Grand opening, Internet |
Marketing | Co-op advertising | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks |
Operations |
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. |
0% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 15 - 15
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 | No |
International Expansion | No | No |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
NO LONGER FRANCHISING