Children's Orchard vs Bellies to Babies Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Children's Orchard vs Bellies to Babies including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Children's Orchard Franchise
Bellies to Babies Franchise
Investment $174,700 - $326,500$60,975 - $195,525
Franchise Fee $25,000$20,000 - $32,000
Royalty Fee 4%5% of gross revenues
Advertising Fee $2K/yrCurrently $150 per month
Year Founded 1980-
Year Franchised 1985-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $3K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Children's Orchard Franchise
Bellies to Babies Franchise
Experience
  • Customer service experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Children's Orchard Franchise
    Bellies to Babies Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-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
     
    Children's Orchard Franchise
    Bellies to Babies Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations 15.6% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (98% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Children's Orchard Franchise
    Bellies to Babies Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Children's Orchard

    Former flight attendant Karen Lynch opened the first Children's Orchard store in 1980. Each store buys and sells used children's clothes, toys and other items, selling them for 50 to 80 percent less than retail. The first Children's Orchard franchise opened in 1985, and it now has locations across the United States.
    At Children’s Orchard we believe we can be the difference in the world. By recycling and reusing current kids gear we are creating a sustainable lifestyle that you will be proud to be a part of. You can find like new children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, toys and equipment at up to 70% off mall store prices. All of items are gently loved, and actually like new. We pay you cash on the spot for your children’s gear and buy items that are in good condition and are current styles.
     
    Veteran Incentives  $2,500 off franchise fee

    About Bellies to Babies

    Bellies to Babies businesses operate retail stores which buy and sell pre-owned maternity clothing, nursing wear and pre-pregnancy accessories and related items for expecting women. Stores buy and sell thousands of previously loved maternity items every month, creating a positive impact on the community and a successful business model for our store owners. Founded in 2008, Bellies to Babies has grown each year and taken the local community by storm. Today, we are looking for owners who want to grow with our brand, where we supply the know how, technology, and operational expertise to run a successful franchise.