How much does it cost to start a Wild Birds Unlimited store?

 

What are the ongoing royalty and advertising fees?

 

Does Wild Birds Unlimited provide historical financial information about their stores?

 

Does Wild Birds Unlimited allow multiple store ownership?

 

What qualifications is Wild Birds Unlimited looking for in a franchisee?

 

Do I receive a designated territory?

 

How big is the market for Wild Birds Unlimited?

More than 55.5 million people participate in backyard birdfeeding and they spend money to support their hobby. People spend nearly $5.4 billion annually on birdfeeding and watching wildlife. Of that, they spend $4 billion on birdseed and wildlife food, $780 million on birdfeeders, birdbaths and nesting boxes, and $656 million on binoculars and spotting scopes.* So as you can see, the market is very, very big.

 

*Source: 2006 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Survey of Fishing, Hunting and Wildlife Associated Recreation.

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