Taco Bell Franchise
Friday, April 23, 2010 at 02:06PM Mexican quick-service restaurant
Taco Bell Corp. was founded in 1962 and began franchising in 1964. It operates both Taco Bell and Taco Bell Express. A subsidiary of Yum! Brands Inc., Taco Bell is affiliated with Pizza Hut, KFC, A&W, and Long John Silver's. There are Taco Bell locations throughout the United States and the world. The public company is based in Irvine, California.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a Taco Bell Franchises?
Total Cost: $1,300,000 USD -$2,500,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $45,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 5.5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: Not Available
Term of Agreement: 20 years
Contact Information for Taco Bell
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Taco Bell Corp. |
Toll Free: (866)298-6986 |
Taco Bell In the Press
No results at this time.Historical Expansion
In what year did Taco Bell begin operations? 1962
When did Taco Bell begin selling franchises? 1964
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2005 4617 81 144 1296 2004 4657 0 193 1325 2003 4806 0 234 1321 2002 5017 0 231 1321 2001 4152 128 120 1661
Future Expansion
Countries of Interest:
Franchise Financing Information
Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available? Franchise Fee No No Initial Start-up Capital No No Plant, Property, and Equipment No No Inventory No No Accounts Receivable No No Payroll No No Other Sources for Financing: 3rd-party financing available
Training & Support
Training
Available at headquarters, Additional training available
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, National media, Regional advertising support
Franchise Operation Restrictions
Franchise business owners required to buy multiple units/master licensesNumber of employees needed to run franchised unit: 25
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)
Qualifications & Business Experience
Business Experience:
Industry experience General business experience Sales & marketing experience
Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information
Can you buy this franchise for no money down? YesPlease note: You must download a free copy of Franchise Analyzer Professional to receive these benefits and so much more. Click here to download your FREE copy now.
What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes