How Much Does a Cait’s Estate Sales Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$84K – $116K
Franchise Fee
$50K
Royalty
6.5%
Ad Fund
1.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for Cait’s Estate Sales is $50K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.
Total Investment Range
Opening a Cait’s Estate Sales franchise requires a total investment of $84K – $116K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.
Working capital alone ranges from $10K to $15K.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, Cait’s Estate Sales franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 6.5% of gross sales (Gross Revenues). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 1.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $500.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
Cait’s Estate Sales requires working capital of $10K – $15K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.
What Can You Earn?
According to Cait’s Estate Sales's Item 19 financial performance representation:
This figure comes from Item 19 of the FDD. Gross sales are not the same as take-home profit. After deducting royalties, ad fund fees, rent, labor, and COGS, net income is typically a fraction of gross revenue.
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