The Great American Bagel

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What to know about The Great American Bagel franchise? You will own and operate a Great American Bagel store which offers bagels, bagel sandwiches, delicatessen meats and cheeses, soups, salads and items. Franchises are offered for both "Production Stores" (with baking facilities) and "Satellite Stores" (without baking facilities). The Great American Bagel is based in Westmont, IL. Scroll down to learn more!How much does a The Great American Bagel franchise cost?Are you wondering how much is a The Great American Bagel franchise? Before starting a The Great American Bagel 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 The Great American Bagel franchise is $102,834 and can go all the way up to $538,000. Keep in mind, you should also allocate additional funds to live off of while the The Great American Bagel 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 The Great American Bagel franchisees to understand the true cost of opening the franchise and how long it takes to: 1) start a The Great American Bagel business 2) pass break even 3) hit significant income.After (and if) you pass the point of earning significant income from your The Great American Bagel franchise, there may be enough margin to hire a day-to-day manager and work less hours in the business.