Top 20 franchises to start - Business - CBC News - CBC.ca
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Aug 27, 2009 - Equipment costs are a big one, as are royalty fees,
though these are hard to compare as some operators charge a percentage
of revenues while others snag a flat monthly fee. ... New 7-Eleven franchisees have to pay a $31,000 initial fee, but that's a relatively small nut compared with other national brands.