Franchises are a business model that increasingly attracts small and medium investors. The thing is that starting the business is perhaps simpler, since it has the support of a company that already knows the business and provides not only its experience but also, in many cases, even the necessary raw materials or advice for the premises installation.
In this context, Franchises that require a limited investment of less than US$50,000 are also the ones that have grown the most in recent months in the number of openings. and this is because investors are seeking to enter the segment with a quick payback.
The truth is that the market presents many alternatives in very varied segments that range from the gastronomic sector, to beauty, to services. Below are four examples and everything that needs to be taken into account in each case.
D-uñas is the first original Spanish hand and foot beauty brand, and within its field it is one of the best-selling franchises in the world. It has a presence in more than 10 countries, it has more than 200 stores and in Argentina it already has more than 20.
One of the fundamental characteristics that attracts investors is that the installation of a d-uñas franchise requires a total initial investment from US$29,900 + VAT with stock included, that is, the materials necessary to start operating. The minimum space required is 25 to 35 meters.
The company offers the possibility of setting up the “turnkey” franchise, that is, they take care of everything required for the conditioning of the premises. At the same time, staff training is quick and simple, since it can be done both in person and virtually and in just 14 days.
The d-nails franchise is complemented with other services, in addition to beauty care for hands and feet, since the salons can include the option of hairdressing, eyebrow shaping, waxing and eyelash treatment. Finally, the estimated annual turnover per location, according to the firm, is around $35 million and the recovery of the investment is projected to take between 12 and 18 months.
Ribs al Rio is a young and small chain of smoked food businesses that worship Texan culture. With 100% focus on product quality, they knew how to captivate customers, positioning themselves in a very short time on par with the oldest and most recognized brands in the field.
Ribs al Río was born in a pandemic. A group of friends smoking in the yard of one’s house and delivering vacuum-packaged smoked goods with another’s car. That was the first step that allowed them to later open the first store. Today it has five establishments, both owned and franchised, and they have an ambitious expansion plan planned to reach the most important gastronomic centers in the country.
One of the main characteristics is that the company is responsible for providing 90% of the inputs on the menu. On the other hand, franchisees can buy products via the web that arrive vacuum-packed and ready to assemble and serve to the customer.
The Ribs al Río box format requires an investment of around US$43,000 and is designed for outdoor food courts, markets or emerging sectors where they are beginning to establish themselves as new centers of gastronomy.. The company recommends that they be premises of at least 12 m² with space for the installation of smokers. In general terms, a minimum of 5 people is required, depending on the size of the premises, the movement and the volume of sales.
El Hornito Santiago is another gastronomic offering and in this case it specializes in empanadas. Its format of direct sales to the public in limited space premises has been consolidated in recent years. One of the main characteristics is that the company has a manufacturing plant with which it supplies its more than 80 franchises and has a history in the country of more than 20 years.
The total investment, depending on the format, to install an El Hornito empanada house in Santiago is around US$20,000. The recommendation is that the premises be located on a corner, preferably on an avenue or street with high pedestrian traffic. The recovery of the initial investment is estimated in a period of between 12 and 18 months.
Print-Eco is another franchise that is easy to manage and requires an investment of less than US$50,000. In this case, The firm stands out for offering sustainable graphic printing services. Its small surface area and staff allow you to operate a business with low fixed costs (it is run by just one person).
The company, which has its own premises and another franchisee, uses cutting-edge technologies, such as UV flatbed printers, and ECOFriendly materials, achieving significant energy savings, reducing emissions and promoting recycling, even with the exclusive use of recycled papers and derived from sugar cane.
In general terms, Print-Ec offers a wide range of products and services, including digital printing, offset printing, graphic and web design, bookbinding, shipping and distribution services, personalized promotional products, advice and consulting, among others. lThe estimated total investment to install a franchise of the brand is around US$25,000 and the recovery of the initial investment is projected after eight months.
Source: Ambito
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