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The estimated investment costs are shown below for a new KaleidoScoops®
- Ice Cream & More Shoppe. The cost for conversion of an existing
location may be considerably different.
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Estimated Amount or High-Low Range |
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Membership Fee1 |
$3,000 |
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First Year's Dues2 |
$600 |
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Training3 |
$250-1,000 |
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Leasehold Improvements4 |
$35,000-70,000 |
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Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, Signs5 |
$30,000-60,000 |
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Optional Equipment6 |
$0-15,000 |
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Opening Inventory and Supplies7 |
$4,000-6,000 |
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First Month's Rent & Security Deposit8 |
$1,000-3,500 |
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Grand Opening and Promotional Expenses9 |
$0-3,000 |
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Insurance10 |
$2,000-5,000 |
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Prepaid Expenses, Deposits11 |
$500-2,000 |
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Professional Fees12 |
$500-2,000 |
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Additional Funds - 3 months13 |
$1,000-10,000 |
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Totals |
$77,350-183,600 |
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Notes:
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You must pay a one time Membership Fee of $3,000.
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Your first years dues are paid in advance then in
subsequent years are billed and paid quarterly.
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We do not furnish initial training, but you may make
arrangements to be trained by another member (see Item 11). The
estimates shown are for your expenses if you need to travel and incur
meals and lodging while you train at another member’s store.
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The leasehold improvements you must make include, but are
not limited to, flooring, ceiling, lighting, plumbing (including
compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act), electrical
upgrades and services, telephone line installation for the Store and for
the cash register, and cabinetry. The cost of leasehold improvements
will vary depending upon the size, condition and location of the
premises, price differences between suppliers and terms negotiated with
the lessor.
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This estimate is for, but is not limited to, the purchase
of the following items: Ice Cream dipping cabinets, Walk-In Freezer,
Soda Rail, Ice Cream Cake Display Freezer, Sign Frames, and Exterior
Signage.
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Some of our members purchase the following optional
equipment: Coffee Equipment, Bakery Display units, Microwaves. If you
purchase this optional equipment, you will incur costs up to $15,000.
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This estimate is for initial basic inventory and
miscellaneous supplies necessary to begin operating the Store, including
ice cream, cakes, toppings, food products, paper goods, and private
label merchandise including.
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The estimate is for the first month's rent and security
deposit typically required to be paid when you sign a lease. The amount
will vary depending on the location of the premises, the size of the
Store, and the then current rental market.
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We suggest, but do not require you to conduct a Grand
Opening during the first 60 days of operation of your Store. If you
elect to do so, you may expend up to $3,000 or more, depending on the
nature and extent of your Grand Opening.
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You must purchase the insurance required by KaleidoScoops,
Inc. The estimate is for a 1 year premium (exclusive of vehicle
coverage). The cost of insurance will vary based on the types and limits
of the insurance you purchase and other factors affecting risk exposure.
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This estimate covers utility deposits, and license and
permit fees.
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You may need to employ a local architect, and may employ
an attorney, accountant or other consultants.
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This estimate covers business operating costs including
payroll, rent, other initial costs and expenses for the first 3 months.
NOTE: These figures do not include draw or salary for you. You should
have additional sources for payment of personal living expenses.
These figures are estimates and KaleidoScoops, Inc. cannot
guarantee that you will not have additional expenses in starting your Store.
Your costs will depend on factors as, your business management and marketing
experience, local economic conditions, the local market for your products
and services, the prevailing wage rates, competition, and the sales level
reached during the first 3 months.
KaleidoScoops has compiled these estimates based on the
experience of our other members in establishing KaleidoScoops Stores. You
should review these figures carefully with a business or financial advisor
before making any decision to purchase.
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