Financial investment requirements to own a Learning Express toy store franchise


Initial Investment Requirements
	To help you understand what it takes to own and operate a Learning Express store, we have broken down important financial information.

		The Franchise Fee		$35,000
			This is a one-time fee charged to all franchisees, and covers the cost of your Learning Express Franchise License.
		Lease and Leasehold Improvements		$15,000 - $65,000
			Depending on the remodeling requirements or build out of your intended location, we have estimated your initial cost to be in this range.
		POS Equipment		$17,500
			Computer System: Hardware and Software Point of Sale Equipment; License Fees and Software Subscription Services.
		Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, Signage		$30,000 - $62,000
			All the necessary furniture, fixtures and equipment, to begin operation.
		Organizational Costs and Training Costs		$3,500 - $7,000
			Lease expenses, utility deposits and professional fees. You will need funds for travel and lodging during our mandatory training program.
		Opening Inventory		$90,000 - $140,000
			Depending on the time of year your store opens and the size of your location, the costs may vary. This is our initial inventory purchase requirement.
		Grand Opening Advertising		$7,500
			This is a minimum amount of advertising costs for a successful grand opening.
		Insurance		$1,000 - $6,000
			The estimated cost of insurance for the first year of operation, which is paid directly to the insurance company.
		Additional Funds		$10,000 - $30,000
			You will also need funds for back up capital, permits, and pre-opening payroll costs.
			Total:	$209,500 - $370,000


		Tenant Allowance		($0 - $72,000)
			Money the landlord may contribute to offset construction costs

		Total:		$209,500 - $298,000


	Minimum Financial Requirements
		Personal Net Worth		$300,000
			This is an estimate of your current assets less current liabilities.
		Minimum Cash Investment		$100,000
			Depending on the time of year your store opens and the size of your location, the costs may vary. This is our initial inventory purchase requirement.
		Maximum Loans		$125,000
		If you are committed to improving the quality of products offered to children, while investing in yourself and a successful business, you are heading in the right direction with Learning Express To get more information or to have one of our representatives contact you, click on this link.
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Initial Investment Requirements