
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