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Investments and Requirements

The following costs are excerpted from Smoothie King’s Franchise Disclosure Document and are estimated. Each Smoothie King franchisee has the right to initially develop one store for the franchise fee of $25,000. The difference between low and high investment levels exists due to varying store sizes, build out costs and expenses.

The financial requirement to open a Smoothie King in the United States is $150,000 Net Worth with a minimum of $75,000 in liquid assets.

Initial Investment Low High
Initial Franchise Fee $20,000 $25,000
First Month’s Rental & Deposit Fee 3,000 9,000
Computer Equipment/POS System 7,500 9,500
Grand Opening Marketing 2,500 2,500
Travel and Training Expenses 1,200 4,000
Insurance (First Year’s Premium) 1,500 5,000
Other Paid Expenses 1,000 2,500
Start-up supplies, inventory 5,500 14,000
Equipment, Millwork, Fixtures/Signage and Graphics 49,000 90,000
Leasehold Improvements 34,700 104,000
Legal, Accounting & Organizational Costs 500 4,000
Miscellaneous Costs 1,000 5,000
Drive-thru 0 20,000
Additional Funds- 3 Months 15,000 25,000
Total $142,400 $319,500
Investments and Requirements

  • The above costs are estimates only and will vary by location.
  • Additional development costs may be incurred if you are engaged in developing multiple locations at the same time.
  • Prepaid expenses include grand opening expenses, travel/training, legal/accounting, insurance, permits and deposits

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First and foremost, I love smoothies! Also, I like the dual sales opportunities that Smoothie King offers. I see this segment of our economy continuing to grow as more and more people choose a healthy lifestyle. Also, the openness and support the home office offers is incredible. I feel comfortable talking to anyone because I know they will do whatever is necessary to help.