Unishippers franchise ownership is surprisingly affordable. With no need to invest in expensive equipment or staff, and the possibility of starting the business in a home office, getting started with Unishippers is generally a fraction of what most franchises cost.
To get complete information on costs, call (800) 999-8721. But for a general idea of what to expect, consider these guidelines for an initial franchise:
| Lower Range | Higher Range | |
|---|---|---|
Initial Franchise Fee |
$24,000 per |
$36,000 per |
Real Estate Deposit and Improvements |
$0 |
$5,000 |
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Signs |
$2,500 |
$7,500 |
Computer Hardware and Software |
$1,500 |
$6,000 |
Initial Inventory and Supplies |
$500 |
$5,000 |
Utility Deposit and Costs |
$50 |
$1,500 |
Telephone Deposit and Costs |
$150 |
$450 |
Business Licenses and Fees |
$100 |
$2,000 |
Ground, Ocean and Air Freight Licensing Fees and Surety Bonds |
$0 |
$40,600 |
Insurance |
$325 |
$2,500 |
Organizational Expenses |
$100 |
$10,000 |
Travel and Living |
$1,000 |
$4,000 |
Automobile |
$300 |
$4,000 |
Additional Funds – Six Months |
$8,800 |
$184,400 |
New Owner Training |
$1,500 |
$1,500 |
TOTAL |
$40,825 |
$382,450 |
The above investment is for new franchises and does not include the price of an existing franchise which will vary based on territory size, existing business and other factors.
The biggest variable cost is the additional funds you will need to cover living and business expenses during the first six months. To help you gain a better idea of what your actual cost might be, please fill out the Franchise Inquiry Form and a Franchise Development Representative will contact you.
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