Once Upon a Child

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What to know about Once Upon a Child franchise? Once Upon a Child is a national franchise that buys and sells gently used kids’ clothing, shoes, toys and baby gear. They have multiple locations all across the US. Their mission is to provide families with affordable, high-quality children’s items. They offer a convenient solution for parents and guardians looking to save money on kids’ clothes, shoes, toys and gear. The company buys and selsl gently used and new children's clothing (newborn - youth size 16), shoes, toys, books, equipment and more. Their staff is trained to look for items that are in good condition and meet current safety standards. Once Upon a Child also offers a wide selection of new merchandise, including brand-name items at prices significantly lower than retail. Once Upon a Child provides their franchisees with a proven business model, marketing support, access to a national buying power, and ongoing training and operational assistance. Once Upon a Child is based in Minneapolis, MN. Scroll down to learn more!How much does a Once Upon a Child franchise cost?Are you wondering how much is a Once Upon a Child franchise? Before starting a Once Upon a Child franchise, it is important to know the franchise fee, working capital and other costs required to start the business.The minimum investment amount required to open a Once Upon a Child franchise is $276,200 and can go all the way up to $417,400. Keep in mind, you should also allocate additional funds to live off of while the Once Upon a Child business ramps up. This can take as little as 6 months to over 2 years depending on the franchise opportunity. You should speak to at least 5 Once Upon a Child franchisees to understand the true cost of opening the franchise and how long it takes to: 1) start a Once Upon a Child business 2) pass break even 3) hit significant income.After (and if) you pass the point of earning significant income from your Once Upon a Child franchise, there may be enough margin to hire a day-to-day manager and work less hours in the business.