Investment information
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The typical investment required to open a strong, exciting Mainstream Boutique retail store:
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom payment is to be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Fee | $18,000 - $40,000 | Per Agreement | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Mainstream |
| Initial Inventory | $20,000 - $30,000 | Vendor Terms | As Arranged | Suppliers |
| Leasehold Improvements, Signage, and Store Design | $57,400 - $114,700 | As Incurred | As Arranged | Landlord, Suppliers and Contractors |
| Real Estate Deposits | $2,000 - $6,000 | Lump Sum | Prior to Signing Lease | Landlord, Utility Providers |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training | $0 - $2,500 | As Required by Servicer | As Incurred | Airlines, Hotels & Restaurants |
| POS System, Computer Hardware and Software | $4,500 - $7,100 | Lump Sum | Prior to Start | Supplier |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Retail Supplies | $13,700 - $31,100 | Lump Sum | Prior to Start | Supplier |
| Professional Services | $2,575 - $7,025 | As Incurred | As Arranged | Supplier |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $1,000 - $2,500 | As Incurred | As Arranged | Suppliers |
| Additional Funds - Three Months | $21,000 - $30,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Employees, Suppliers & Utilities |
| TOTAL | $140,175 - $270,925 |