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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Conte's Bicycle & Fitness Equipment vs Bears Playgrounds including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $348,000 - $531,800 | $149,800 - $422,500 |
| Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $25,000 - $35,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 3% | 6% |
| Advertising Fee | - | 4% |
| Year Founded | 1957 | - |
| Year Franchised | 2004 | - |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 5 years |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | $2000 | - |
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/No | -/- |
| Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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| Training | - | - |
| Support | - | - |
| Marketing | - | - |
| Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | - | - |
| Canada Expansion | No | - |
| International Expansion | No | - |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
Custom built, nature inspired, cedar log playgrounds ideal for Commercial & Residential play.