McDonalds
one of the top 3 most popular fast food restaurants
Franchise Units
YEAR - U.S. - CANADIAN - INTERNATIONAL - COMPANY OWNED
2013 - 12,628 - 1,135 - 14,344 - 6,627
2012 - 12,605 - 1,152 - 14,125 - 6,598
2011 - 12,546 - 1,125 - 13,407 - 6,439
2010 - 12,477 - 1,097 - 12,764 - 6,399
2009 - 12,221 - 1,070 - 12,510 - 6,357
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $1,031,350 - $2,182,050
Franchise Fee: $45,000
Term of Franchise Agreement: 20 years, renewable
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
Liquid Cash Available: $750,000OPERATIONS
88% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators).How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 1 week. At local McDonald's restaurant : 12-24 months.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives, Lease Negotiation
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,
Other marketing support: Restaurant-specific support