Question 1

How much does it cost to open a specialty retail franchise?

Accepted Answer

The average initial investment for specialty retail franchises ranges from $285K to $708K. The average franchise fee is $35K. Investment requirements vary significantly by brand, location, and format.

Question 2

What are the largest specialty retail franchise brands?

Accepted Answer

The largest specialty retail franchises by location count include: MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS (797 locations), CORNWELL (793 locations), GNC (703 locations), BATTERIES PLUS (604 locations), PET SUPPLIES PLUS (502 locations). These established brands offer proven systems and widespread brand recognition.

Question 3

What are the most affordable specialty retail franchises?

Accepted Answer

The most affordable specialty retail franchises include: MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS (from $48K), OTA WORLD (from $59K), Eyemazy (from $63K), JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS FRANCHISE (from $67K), JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS FRANCHISE (from $67K). Lower investment franchises may have smaller territories, home-based models, or mobile concepts.

Question 4

How many specialty retail franchise opportunities are there?

Accepted Answer

There are 50 specialty retail franchises in our database with FDD filings. Together, these brands operate 7,776 franchise locations across the United States.

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