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At a Glance
Products & Services: Self-serve bulk candy
Number of Locations: 60
Total Investment: $179K - 348.35K
Founded: 1996
Began Franchising: 2002
About Fuzziwig's Candy Factory Inc.
Fuzziwig's Candy Factory stores sell bulk candy, small toys and soft drinks in a themed environment. Some stores also offer ice cream, cotton candy, popcorn and caramel apples. Based in Durango, Colorado, the company was founded in 1996 and began franchising in 2002.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2012 | 55 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 2011 | 55 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 2010 | 46 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
| 2009 | 44 | 0 | 1 | 13 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $179,000 - $348,350
Franchise Fee: $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $400,000
Liquid Cash Available: $75,000
Operations
70% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators).How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 7 days. At franchisee's location: 5 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives, Lease Negotiation
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