How Much Does a Sharetea Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$225K – $649K
Franchise Fee
$12K
Royalty
6.0%
Ad Fund
3.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for Sharetea is $12K. 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 Sharetea franchise requires a total investment of $225K – $649K. 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 $20K to $80K.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, Sharetea franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 6.0% of gross sales (Percentage of Gross Monthly Sales). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 3.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $50.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
Sharetea requires working capital of $20K – $80K 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?
Sharetea does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.
How Do Banks View Sharetea?
SBA Loans Issued
30
Default Rate
9.1%
The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Sharetea has 30 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 9.1%, which is below the franchise industry average, indicating relatively lower lending risk. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.
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