Franchise Information Estimate
You can anticipate the following expenses in the start-up of a LaMar's Donuts franchise. Amounts are estimated based on anticipated expenses incurred during the first 90 days of operation in an average territory.
| Expenditure |
Estimated
Low |
Estimated
High |
When
Due |
To
Whom Paid |
Initial
Franchise
Fee |
$28,500 |
$28,500 |
Agreement
Signing |
DHI |
| Rent |
$2,000 |
$6,000 |
Monthly |
Lessor |
| Lease & Utility
Deposits |
$2,700 |
$5,000 |
Prior
to opening |
Lessor,
Utility Companies |
| Leasehold
Improvements; Finishes & Cabinetry |
$130,000 |
$150,000 |
As
Arranged |
Lessor
or Contractors |
| Production
Equipment |
$65,000 |
$72,000 |
As
Arranged |
Approved
Suppliers |
| Beverage
Equipment |
$4,350 |
$16,575 |
As
Arranged |
Approved
Suppliers |
| Freight,
Delivery & Installations |
$5,000 |
$8,000 |
As
Arranged |
Contracted
Suppliers |
| Furniture,
Fixtures, Awnings |
$9,750 |
$9,865 |
As
Arranged |
Contracted
Suppliers |
| Signage,
Graphics |
$7,500 |
$9,580 |
As
Arranged |
Approved
Suppliers |
| Office
Equipment & Cash Registers |
$4,500 |
$9,800 |
As
Arranged |
Selected
Suppliers |
| Training |
$0 |
$4,000 |
As
Arranged |
DHI |
| Architectural |
$3,000 |
$10,000 |
50%
on commencement,
50% on completion |
Approved/
Designated
Suppliers |
| Opening
Advertising & Promotion |
$10,000 |
$10,000 |
At
signing of FA |
DHI |
Insurance
(3 mos) |
$1,500 |
$2,000 |
As
Arranged |
Selected
Suppliers |
| Initial
Supplies & Inventory |
$5,000 |
$6,000 |
1
Week Prior to Opening |
Approved
Suppliers |
| Additional
Funds (3 mos) |
$10,000 |
$45,000 |
As
Incurred |
Suppliers,
Vendors, Employees |
| Total |
$288,800 |
$392,320 |
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Franchise Information 
