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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Applegate Farm vs Ziiing Yogurt including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $137,650 - $322,000 | $165,636 - $506,600 |
Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | 5% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | 2%local+2% Nat'l | 2% |
Year Founded | - | - |
Year Franchised | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | 5 Years +5+5+5 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 5 Years +5+5+5 | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | > Understanding and agreement with the Ziiing Frozen Yogurt concept of high standards, operations and customer service. > Desire and ability to participate and conform with our operating system. > An enthusiastic and entrepreneurial spirit. > Willingness to devote full-time efforts to this business. > A minimum net worth (for single-unit operators) of $350,000 with at least $75,000 to $100,000 liquid. > Consistent employment or business ownership history. > Working knowledge of accounting and financial reports. > Strong communication and organizational skills. > Management experience. |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
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Equipment | -/- | -/- |
Inventory | -/- | -/- |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
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Training & Support |
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Training | 80 hours over approximately two weeks. Includes both classroom and on-the-job training. | 1-day orientation, then a week at our corporate office and corporate store. The last portion of training consists of a corporate approved trainer going to your location & being there with you & your staff during the first week of opening. |
Support | - | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
Applegate Farm has grown to be one of the largest retail outlets for ice
cream on the East Coast. In 1980, Mrs. Betty Vhay became the new owner
of Applegate Farm. In an effort to oversee all aspects of the business
the Vhay family moved into the original farmhouse. Mrs. Vhay became Mrs.
Wayne Niles in 1991 and eventually transferred ownership to her nephew
and his wife Mr. and Mrs. Jason Street. Working together, the entire
family contributes to maintaining the century-old tradition of the best
homemade ice cream and sweet treats in the 21st century.