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Kid to Kid FAQS

Kid to Kid FAQs: Answers to common questions about owning a franchise

These are the most common questions entrepreneurs have about the Kid to Kid franchise opportunity. We try to make sure the Kid to Kid FAQs answers most of your questions. But, if you have additional questions or need more clarification, fill out the form on this site to begin a conversation. We can’t wait to hear from you!

How much does a Kid to Kid franchise cost?

Kid to Kid has a franchise fee of $25,000 which is included in the initial costs to open a Kid to Kid retail clothing franchise. According to our 2023 franchise disclosure document (FDD), start-up costs will range between  $359,661 to $594,911. Our team is there to assist you at every critical step, guiding you to the best resources for funding and store build-out. For a more detailed look at cost and investment information, please visit the Initial Investments and Startup Costs page.

What are the ongoing fees associated with Kid to Kid franchise ownership?

For your first franchise, we charge a royalty fee of 5% of your store’s gross sales, not including sales tax. You’ll also pay .5% of your store’s gross sales to the Marketing Fund. This money is used to promote all stores within the Kid to Kid system and to create and administer marketing materials. Our affiliate BaseCamp will charge $250 per month for computer support.

What can I expect to make?

How much you make as a Kid to Kid franchise owner depends on a variety of factors, from geographic location to access to inventory. According to Item 19 of our 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document, our top 25% of stores in sales volume boasted average sales of  $1,342,070 and average net income of $197,698. The second 25% saw average sales of  $873,654 and average net income of $126,033. As you can see, our franchises boast exciting earning potential.

Does Kid to Kid offer financing?

While Kid to Kid does not directly finance your store, we help you prepare a business plan so that you can obtain SBA guaranteed or other types of financing. We are registered with the Small Business Administration (SBA) and have relationships with several national lenders that understand our business and can fast track your loan.

Am I a good candidate for franchise ownership?

We are looking for people who share our passion and our values. Our goal is to identify franchise candidates who are natural leaders, self-motivated, and willing to work hard and succeed. They must be in a good financial position and ideally have another source of income to sustain them during the ramp-up phase of their business. We want people who care about their community and their shoppers. Experience in the children’s retail space is helpful but not required.

Which territories are currently available?

At this time, there are prime territories available in all 50 states, which is not the case with some of our competitors. Please call us to discuss available territories in your market.

What are the rights I receive when I purchase a Kid to Kid franchise?

When you purchase a Kid to Kid franchise, you are granted the exclusive right to operate a store in your designated territory for 10 years. You will have an option to renew for another five years after that.

How do I obtain my starting inventory?

After you have signed a franchise agreement, obtained financing, leased or purchased a building, and completed training, you will install the fixtures and open an empty store to begin acquiring inventory. We have developed a software program that shows you what to pay and how to accurately price the items people bring to your store to sell. It’s called the Inventory Management & Appraisal Program (IMAP) computer program. You will learn how to operate IMAP during your training. After buying and accumulating inventory for about 10 to 12 weeks, you will be ready to hold your grand opening. Usually hundreds of people show up for the event–many of them will be vendors who–when they were selling you inventory–saw other items they wanted to buy

Can franchise owners operate Kid to Kid part-time?

The first year or so of running your Kid to Kid franchise will be a full-time job. After this period, while we encourage you to remain actively involved in the operation of your store, you may hire a manager to handle the daily workload.

What training and support will I receive as a franchise owner?

We measure our success by the profitability, manageability, and growth of our franchisees. In order to be successful, you will need the proper tools and ongoing support from our talented team. We currently have one corporate support team member for every franchise owner– a ratio that might be the highest in the resale space. Prior to your 6 days of training at our headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah, you will complete a series of online classes. And after your formal training, you will complete an internship. We’ll help you develop, and execute a business plan that deals with all aspects of your operation.

At the beginning of your franchise ownership process, you will receive training in:

  • Creating a business and marketing plan
  • Establishing and managing inventory
  • Running daily operations
  • Hiring and personnel training
  • Merchandising
  • Customer service
  • Relationships with vendors
  • Finances and bookkeeping

After your initial training, we’ll support you with:

  • Our Monthly Priorities publication
  • Access to your business consultants’ call line on an unlimited basis
  • Regional meetings / Monthly Support calls / Annual Conferences
  • Technical support services
  • Location visits

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