Initial Costs

Initial Costs

Fees to Vanderburgh Communities, paid upfront

$45,000 franchise fee Covers initial training, setup costs, etc.

$5,000 site selection feeIn some cases, we charge a site selection fee to help find a suitable property

Real Estate Costs, paid upon lease of real estate

$9,000 - $15,000 Real estate rent and deposits

$4,000 - $10,000 Supplementary home furnishing (most homes are leased as furnished, turn-key homes)

Other Possible Startup Costs, paid to third parties as incurred

$500 - $1,500 Software licensing and costs

$1,000 - $5,000 Fixtures and signage

$1,000 - $5,000 Office supplies and equipment

$2,500 - $5,000 Training related travel and meals (if coming from out-of-state)

$2,000 - $4,000 Pre-opening advertising

$2,000 - $2,500 Certification costs

$1,700 - $3,700 Insurance deposits and premiums

$500 - $2,000 Utility deposits

$1,000 - $6,000 Professional fees