The initial investment required to start an ice cream franchise can range depending on the franchise you select and the type of options you choose. Typically the total investment required can range from $200K - $250K, with a liquid capital requirement of approximately $50K. The royalties for each ice cream franchise charges also vary.

The criteria that determines your initial investment will depend largely on:

• the type of facility you select (full-service storefront or kiosk, etc.)
• are you building a new operation or converting an existing Ice Cream shop facility
• which territory you select
• the franchise operation you select

The costs for a franchise include:

• initial franchise fee
• lease hold improvements
• equipment
• furniture
• fixtures
• signage
• point of sale systems (computers and software)
• training
• insurance
• initial advertising and promotional expenses
• royalties

** Please note the figures above are only estimates and can range from franchise to franchise.