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Profitable Absentee Chocolate Franchise – $187K

Please find the details below for the absentee-owner chocolate factory franchise currently available for sale. This is a high-profit, well-maintained store with significant growth potential. The numbers below reflect absentee ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for those who would like to invest in the food industry as an investor or owner operator.  Due to the size of this location, most chocolates are pre-packaged, only certain products are made on-site.
Financial Performance:
– 2024: Gross Sales: $365,000 | Net Income: $62,000
– 2025: Gross Sales: $357,000 | Net Income: $49,000
– 2026 YTD: Gross Sales: $144,000
Lease Information:
– Size: 529 sq ft
– Remaining Term: 7 years
– Monthly Rent: $3900
– Rent Escalation: Tied to CPI (annual breakdown detailed in the lease)
Franchise Agreement & Support:
– Remaining Term: 7 years
– Royalty & Advertising Fees: 4-6% of gross income
– Training: The franchisor will provide training on operational expectations, and the seller will provide on-site training at the location.
(Franchise training is out of state 3 days in class training and 60 hours job training in retail store. )
Operations & Staffing:
– Employees: 5 part-time employees and 1 manager (who splits time between two locations).
– Monthly Payroll: $5,500
Growth Opportunities:
This is a highly seasonal business with peak revenue during major holidays, including Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day. An owner-operator could substantially increase income by reducing employee overhead, gaining tighter control over food costs, and implementing targeted promotions, additional products, and ready-made gift packages for fast holiday sales.
Please let me know if you would like to discuss this opportunity further or review the lease and franchise agreements.

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