What is the lowest estimated total initial investment for a Zoomin Groomin franchise?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
[Item 7: ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT]
| Type of Expenditure | Estimated Amount (Low) | Estimated Amount (High) | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 | Check or Wire Transfer | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us | |
| Initial Advertising (Note 1) | $500 | $5,000 | As Incurred | Upon Opening Operations | Suppliers | |
| Cost of Travel, Food | $500 | $2,000 | As Incurred | During Training | Airlines, Lodging & Ground Transportation | |
| and Lodging for | ||||||
| Training (Note 2) | ||||||
| Vehicle Purchase and Upfit (Note 3) | $9,274 | $130,000 As Before Beginning Operations | Suppliers | |||
| Tools, Inventory & Supplies (Note 4) | $200 | $1000 | As Arranged | Before Beginning Operations | Suppliers | |
| Computer Equipment Services & Software (Note 5) | $500 | $1500 | As Arranged | Before Beginning Operations | Suppliers | |
| Licenses & Permits (Note 6) | $400 | $2,500 | As Arranged | Before Beginning Operations | Licensing Authorities | |
| Insurance (Note 7) | $2,000 | $3,000 | As Arranged | Before Beginning Operations | Insurance Company | |
| Professional Fees- Legal & Accounting (Note 8) | $1,500 | $3,500 | As Arranged | Before Beginning Operations | Attorney, Accountant | |
| Mobile Telecommunications Services (Note 9) | $100 | $400 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Suppliers | |
| Facility (Note 10) | $0 | $1,500 | As Arranged | As Necessary | Utilities, Lessor | |
| Additional Funds-3 Months (Note 11) | $5,000 | $10,000 | As Arranged | As Necessary | Us, Employees, Utilities, Lessor & Suppliers | |
| TOTAL $64,974 $205,400 |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 20–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Zoomin Groomin's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated total initial investment to begin operations ranges from $64,974 to $205,400. This includes several expenditures that a franchisee will incur before opening their mobile pet grooming business.
The initial investment includes a franchise fee of $45,000, initial advertising costs between $500 and $5,000, and $500 to $2,000 for travel, food, and lodging during training. The most significant expense is the vehicle purchase and upfit, estimated between $9,274 and $130,000. The lower end of the vehicle cost assumes the franchisee will lease a vehicle, while the higher end assumes a purchase. Other costs include tools, inventory, and supplies ($200 to $1,000), computer equipment, services, and software ($500 to $1,500), licenses and permits ($400 to $2,500), and insurance ($2,000 to $3,000).
Additional initial costs include professional legal and accounting fees ($1,500 to $3,500), mobile telecommunications services ($100 to $400), and a potential facility cost of up to $1,500 if additional space is needed for parking or storage. The initial investment also factors in $5,000 to $10,000 for additional funds to cover the first three months of operation. This estimate does not include an owner's salary, so franchisees should ensure they have sufficient capital to support themselves during the initial months.