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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Nestle Toll House Cafe by Chip vs Muffin Break including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $43,900 - $499,100 | $195,000 - $245,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $30,000 | N/A |
| Royalty Fee | 6% | - |
| Advertising Fee | 1.5% | - |
| Year Founded | 2000 | - |
| Year Franchised | 2000 | 1989 |
| Term Of Agreement | - | - |
| Term Of Agreement | - | - |
| Renewal 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/Yes | -/- |
| Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
| Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
| Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
| Receivables | No/Yes | -/- |
| Payroll | No/Yes | -/- |
Training & Support |
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| Training | - | - |
| Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations | - |
| Marketing | Ad slicks, Regional advertising | - |
| Operations |
50% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 10
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (60% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | - | - |
| Canada Expansion | No | - |
| International Expansion | No | - |
Why Muffin Break?
Be your own boss and create a lifestyle
-Established Franchise Business Formula
-Ongoing Franchise Operational & Marketing Support
-Local & National Franchise Marketing Campaigns
-Bank Accreditation