La Paletera Franchise Systems Inc.
At a Glance
Products & Services: Fruit bars & cups, smoothies, ice cream
Number of Locations:
Total Investment: $94.5K - 185.7K
Founded: 1997
Began Franchising: 2003
Private Owned
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $94,500 - $185,700
Franchise Fee: $28,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $28,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $200,000
Liquid Cash Available: $60,000
Operations
30% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8 - 12. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators).| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 10 days. At franchisee's location: 4 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks, Regional advertising,