What is the estimated range for the initial inventory costs for a Deer Solution franchise?
Deer_Solution Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | Lump sum | When Franchise | Us |
| (Note 1) | Agreement is signed | |||
| Construction and | $0 – $2,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Contractors, |
| Leasehold | approved suppliers, | |||
| Improvements (Note 2) | landlord | |||
| Lease Deposits – | $0 – $900 | As arranged | As incurred | Landlord |
| Three Months (Note 3) | ||||
| Furniture and | $0 – $2,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Approved suppliers |
| Fixtures (Note 4) | ||||
| Utility Deposit | $0 – $200 | As arranged | As incurred | Suppliers |
| Equipment (Note 5) | $600 – $1,300 | As arranged | As incurred | Us, affiliates, approved suppliers |
| Initial Inventory | $3,700 – $4,400 | As arranged | As incurred | Us, affiliates, |
| (Note 6) | approved suppliers |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 20–23)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Deer Solution's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial inventory costs range from $3,700 to $4,400. This inventory includes deer repellent concentrate and additional sales materials. Franchisees must continuously restock, replenish, maintain, and replace their supplies, equipment, and inventory as needed, based on their business activity.
This initial investment is paid as arranged and as incurred to Deer Solution, its affiliates, or approved suppliers. It's important for prospective franchisees to factor in these ongoing inventory expenses when planning their budget.
These figures represent the purchase of the necessary equipment from suppliers to provide the services of your Deer Solution Business. The costs listed here do not include any transportation or set up costs.