Franchising is a great way to get into business without having to put all of your money on the line. It allows you to enter a system that has been proven successful in the past. Franchising also generates a support structure that can help you grow your new company. You will get an experienced partner who has expertise in running and franchising companies, eliminating any guesswork for you.
It also offers independence and control of small business ownership. In franchising, you’ll get a lot of benefits since you just opened a door of opportunities with the executed business network. This is since the franchisor already established reputation, image, proven work practices, and advertising.
Let these franchise business examples in the Philippines entice your interest to franchise a business.
Potato Corner
Number one on our list is Potato Corner, it’s one of the most recognizable franchise businesses available and placed mostly on high foot traffic areas. If you’re looking for a franchise business that is affordable, food kiosks are widely popular in any country because of their low floor area requirement. If you want to be successful in franchising Potato Corner, you should put it in a location where there are lots of people but a little number of fast-food or restaurants. For example, mall entrance, LRT stations, etc.
The franchise business packages of Potato Corner vary from PHP 200,000 to 1.2M. The amount depends on whether you want a School cart, Standard, Kiosk with Roof, In-line store, or In-line store with seating for customers.
Any of which packages consist of a food cart, crew training, equipment, and initial supplies. Whereas, the average payback of profit can be as long as 1 and a half years. As of 2021, Potato Corner Branches has 1,400 outlets scattered in 11 different countries.
For more information: Visit: [email protected] or call 534-5845 | 534-5846
STEP 1: REQUIREMENTS
- Formal Letter of Intent
- 2 Valid ID’s (SSS, Voters, Postal, Passport, Philhealth, Pag-IBIG, UMID)
- Accomplished Qualification Form
- Accomplished Market Study Form with photos of Actual Picture and Measurements of the Area
- Lease Offer/Contract from the Lessor if renting
STEP 2: Initial Interview – franchisee will attend the orientation and business presentation and eligibility. You can attend online (a Zoom link will be provided) or go to the office location.
STEP 3: SITE INSPECTION AND APPROVAL – Once you have passed the initial interview, our franchise agent will check your preferred location and if the business can thrive with no or less competition. This could take 1-2 weeks on average to complete.
STEP 4: GRANT MEETING (AWARDING OF SITE) – After validating and securing your location, we will award the franchisee the business location. This is to make sure that no same franchise business of the company is within 100 meters.
STEP 5: CONTRACT SIGNING AND PAYMENT – Pay the franchisee fee and sign the contract which is valid for a number of years. Usually, the contract is around 1-2 yrs and with a renewal fee of 50% of the original cost if you plan to renew the following year.
STEP 6: STORE CONSTRUCTION OR PREPARATION OF STORE OPENING – start building your store location and the cart will arrive in your designated location including materials and initial inventory.
STEP 7: STORE OPENING! — Start selling and grow your business. COGS is around 52% and the remaining is your margin. Your net income will depend on your operating costs.
Zagu
If you want to have a business that lets people escape from their same boring drink, become a franchisee of Zagu. It’s one of the pioneers of milkshakes in the Philippines before even Milk Tea become the trend. One of the particular ingredients and unique is its boba pearls have a sweet chewy taste and are best partnered with almost any cold beverages you can think of – particularly flavored shakes.
With an instant foundation of the market, you will attain an additional source of income. Zagu will provide you with their recipes, ingredients, and procedures. They also have a high national presence so you don’t have to worry about customer retention.
The approximate amount of investment per package of this company is between PHP 650,000 – PHP 850,000. They also support their franchisees by conducting marketing support through events, sponsorships, and other strategical approaches.
1999 was when Zagu was established and now there are 446 stores in the country. Any of their investment packages include;
- Operational Expense
- Equipment
- Crew Uniform
- Insurance
- Service Crew Training
- Cart Construction Cost
For more information:
Visit: http://www.zagushakes.com/dealership.php or call 687-0140 local 150 or 113 / 0917-8098043 / 0918-8889248 / 0923-4563586
Crystal Clear Water
Water is the most important drink in the world and therefore the most consumed by a lot of people. With that in mind, franchising a water refilling station is a total asset for your financial freedom journey. If you have a good location like within the village, you will have your own little market that you exclusively cater to.
Crystal Clear Water is considered one of the best franchises in the water refilling industry. And since the latter has been the leader of its business for 18 years, they can give you a strong and respected brand reputation.
For a franchise fee of PHP 100,000 and a projected total investment of PHP 600,000 to PHP 800,000, you can distribute a complete line of bottled water products from Crystal Clear.
For more information:
Visit: [email protected] or call 642-4489 / 216-8264 / 966-2447
Baliwag Lechon Manok
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In November 1985, when the Lechon Manok craze was sweeping the nation, Dwight and Dolores Salcedo pooled P5,000 from their savings and borrowed another P5,000 from their parents to put up their own kiosk. They named it Baliwag Lechon Manok, after Dolores’ hometown of Baliwag, Bulacan.
Over the years, they have added other well-loved items into their menu such as liempo and chicharon. They have also expanded their food business to include restaurants and fast food outlets.
Baliwag Lechon Manok has been popular because of their extremely tender juicy and delicious roasted chicken. Also, Filipinos love meat because of its lower fat content, affordability, and a good source of protein.
No wonder why Baliwag’s roasted chicken is named as the best spot for roast chicken in Metro Manila last year. Fortunately, aspiring business owners can take advantage of this demand by franchising a Baliwag outlet.
Franchise packages of Baliwag vary from PHP 250,000 to PHP 750,000 depending on the type of business model you prefer. Any of these packages include;
- Equipment
- Furniture and Fixtures
- Employee Uniforms
- License and insurance
- Initial Inventory
- Allowances for trainees
- Cashiering and cleaning suppliers
Today, Baliwag Lechon Manok has over 350 outlets that are mostly scattered in highly developed cities such as Manila and Quezon, City.
For more information: Visit: www.baliwaglechonmanok.com or call (02)654-2929, (02)654-9001, (02)654-9002
Rice-in-a-Box
Rice is a staple food of Asians because it grows in the continent naturally. It is also a good source of carbohydrates and provides much-need fuel energy for the body. Rice partnered with “Ulam” or a dish is the day-to-day meal of Filipinos.
Thankfully, with Rice in a Box and their delightful combinations of fried rice and toppings, they provide convenient food for people on the go. Most of the foods on their menu specialize in authentic Chinese take-out. But they also have Filipino- centered meals like Bagoong and Longganisa. Based on experience and wherever you travel to in the Philippines you commonly see a franchise business of RBX.
Franchise packages of RBX start at PHP 495,000 – all equipped and ready to operate. You don’t also need a lot of space requirement since their outlets can fit on a 4sqm. of land. A franchise business from RBX includes; 1 chest-type freezer, huge rice cooker, griddle with stove, crew uniforms and their training, cooking utensils, construction of cart, and the franchise fee.
For more information:
Visit: www.rbx.com.ph or call 367-3097
Mr. Quickie
Since 1995, Mr. Quickie accepts franchisees. For them, franchising lets Mr. Quickie continue its legacy of providing services such as repairing shoes, bags, duplication of keys, and others.
With a franchise fee of PHP 400,000 and machinery holdings of PHP 1,000,000, you can now be part of their growing company.
You can choose your preferred shop design and the following are obtainable;
- Counter Type (10-14sqm.)
- Parlor or walk-in type (15-25sqm.)
- Kiosk Type (12.5sqm.)
Mr. Quickie Plus Shop Designs is available too. With a Parlor Walk- Type with an average area of 16-25sqm.
For more information: Visit: http://mrquickie.com/why-franchise-mr-quickie/ or call Globe +63917-88-78425(QUICK), Smart +63949-99-78425(QUICK), Sun +63925-88-78425(QUICK).
Alfamart
This Indonesian chain of convenience stores has been a recent hit in the country. With a joint partnership with SM Investment, Alfamart is considered successful in penetrating the Philippine industry of convenience stores. Aside from that, Alfamart is also competing with more established convenience stores like 7-Eleven and Mini Stop.
The franchise fee of this business in Indonesia is PHP 160,000 and that amount can change since the nation has a bigger average store requirement. Meaning, franchise fees and the total cost of the investment might increase.
Right now, there is no news about SM Investment opening doors for franchise business. But they said that once all information is finalized, the franchise contract would be 5 years and the package inclusions are;
- Electricity Installation
- Store Equipment and Air-conditioner
- Retail info system, marketing collaterals, etc.
As of 2021, Alfamart has over 1,200 outlets in the Philippines.
For more information: Visit: www.sminvestments.com or call (02) 857-0100
Nacho King
With an initial investment of PHP 50,000, you can now offer deliciously made fried tortilla chips that can be partnered with saucy and liquid gold nacho cheese. Nachos have a plain and salty flavor. It’s relatively considered to be the best snack after chocolate and potato chips.
Nacho King is one of the leading names when it comes to the snack industry. They offer different types of tortilla chips such as beef barbacoa and cheesy pimiento. Chunky salsa and beefy salsa are also available for those who want to be extra on movie night.
If you want to avail a franchise business, their counter-top package only costs PHP 49, 800, Flexi cart type costs PHP 106,800, and standard kiosk cost PHP 406,800.
All of which includes;
- Crew uniform
- Equipment
- Accessories
- Initial set of products
- No royalty fee.
Since the first branch opened in 1995 by two best friends and a thousand dollars from their parents, Nacho King gained the taste buds of Filipinos when it comes to Mexican Snack.
For more information:
Visit: [email protected] or call 535-6215 / 0917-5609336 / 0917-5611368 / 0998-5955269
Famous Belgian Waffles
Waffles are not only sweet but best partnered with cheese, jam, or chocolates. This is how Famous Belgian Waffles kiosks do it. There’s no surprise why Filipinos of any age love it. And in just 9 years, they become an award-winning company with over 700 branches in the country.
If you want to be part of their growing business, franchise Famous Belgian Waffles with only PHP 400,000 initial investments for a food cart package. The latter is an open-front cubicle for compact areas like transport terminals or small food courts.
They also offer franchise of Standard Kiosk, Standard Counter, and In-line package with a minimum of 8 sqm. To be successful in your franchise business, Famous Belgian Waffles includes store set-up, use of the business operating system, continuous franchise support, pre-operation crew training and orientation, and opening assistance on every package they propose.
Today, aside from being a staple go-to waffle cravings of Filipinos, the company has 1 international branch in San Francisco, California USA too.
For more information:
Email: [email protected] or call 425-2591 / 0915-3933383 / 0917-5594318
Fruitas
Previously named “Fruitas Fresh from Babot’s Farm”, is a refreshing beverage that found its niche in the market by the year 2002. Most of their products are freshly prepared on every outlet to ensure that their products are of standard quality.
Fruitas is a proud member of the Philippine Franchise Association and Association of the Filipino Franchisers Inc., So if you are an aspiring franchisee, the expanded network of Fruitas will give you doors of opportunities to become a leader in the food cart industry.
Their standard franchise business package covers;
- Standard Cart
- Equipment
- Basic wares and utensils
- Initial inventory for 2-3 days
- 10 to 15 days training of staffs
- 2 sets of uniform
- Marketing materials: Menu, loyalty cards, flyers, tarpaulin, etc.
- Assistance during opening
For more information:
Visit: [email protected] or call 365-2518 / 365-8516
The Generics Pharmacy
Generic medicines are cheap because the manufacturers have not had the opportunity to develop and market a new drug. Meaning, the FDA applies the same standards for that manufacturing drug company.
Here in the Philippines, The Generics Pharmacy is known for its inexpensive drugs that give an alternative for those people who can’t afford it. But even if their medicines are cheap, their quality of them is not compromised.
So if you want to become a business owner who generates profits combined with corporate social responsibility, franchising The Generics Pharmacy business is your best choice. For as low as PHP 650,000 to PHP 850,000, you are now ready to monitor your outlet and keep an open line with the franchisor.
Their package includes start-up and opening assistance, franchise operation manual, architectural design guide, business and operations management, customer service, etc. Of course, the Generics Pharmacy will also provide information about the drugs, marketing, and promotion assistance.
For more information:
Visit: [email protected] or call 821-1111
Monterey Meat Shop
Monterey Meat shop offers beef cuts, pork cuts, and chicken meat. They also specialize in seasoned meat cuts and extend their market by providing Magnolia Chicken and Purefoods products on their outlets.
The Franchise fee of their business amounts to PHP 200-300,000 while their supply and equipment cost PHP 1.2 Million. All-in-all, establishing a Monterey franchise can cost you up to PHP 3,000,000 as an initial investment.
Although the said capital is somewhat high for first-time business owners, Monterey Meat shop is a well-known brand and trusted by many Filipino. They will also provide training for the staff. More importantly, meat and poultry are food that will always be in high demand. Implicating that franchising this business is indeed a smart move.
Presently, there are over 400 outlets of Monterey nationwide.
For more information:
Email: [email protected] or call (02) 633 6328
Siomai House
This traditional Chinese dumpling can be found almost everywhere in our country. Siomai is usually made of ground pork, beef, or chopped shrimp. They can be steamed or fried and best partnered with toyomansi (soy sauce and calamansi) topped with chili garlic.
Franchising a business that has been loved by many Filipinos can be your cutting-edge to financial freedom. Siomai House franchise fee only costs PHP 300,000 to PHP 400,000 and it’s non-refundable. The franchise includes;
- Freezer
- Steamer
- Beverage dispenser
- Signage
- Uniforms for staffs
- Free delivery of stocks (3 times a week)
- And other provisions to start the business
The rate of return of your investment depends on the location, management, sales automation, and other factors that boost profits.
For more information:
Visit: [email protected] or call 889-4773 to 76 / 0918-8JCFRAN (523786)
Minute Burger
This iconic brand of burger offers quality food at such affordable prices. And since Filipinos love great deals such as Buy 1 take 1, they can’t get enough of the products Minute Burger has to offer. For 30 years, the company has been serving its customers. And by the year 2003, they began franchising their business while maintaining the standards they set in all of their networks.
The franchise term of Minute Burger is up to 4 years and its initial investment vary between PHP 600,000 to PHP 700,000. This includes;
- Franchise fee
- Store and design construction
- Use of trademark
- Pre-opening assistance
- Crew training
- Store Equipment
Today, Minute Burger has more than 600 branches nationwide.
For more information:
Visit: [email protected] or call 776-7740
Bibingkinitan
The unique texture and aroma of Bibingka – a Filipino version of cake mainly made with rice flour and water, is the reason why Bibingkinitan has been successful in marketing their products for almost 2 decades now.
Bibingkinitan is a local food cart chain perfect for aspiring franchisees to have an easy, creative, and approachable way to retail bibingka. And since this is a most common treats for lots of Filipinos, you don’t have to worry about your market base or customer retention.
You can franchise a food cart of Bibingkinitan for PHP 570,000, a Kiosk for PHP 695,000, and Kiosk with seating for only PHP 845,000. All of which includes;
- Equipment
- Security deposit cost
- Construction of outlet
- Franchise fee
- Use of trademark and logo
For more information:
Visit: [email protected] or call 846-4646 / 0917-5846172
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Conclusion
Despite the 70% of franchisees affected by the pandemic, many small business owners believe in its recovery. Especially if your preferred franchise business can adapt and thrive during this difficult time.
But before franchising, make sure to write down all your goals and strengths. This is to emphasize your decisions when it comes to budgeting, interests, marketing skills, and the stream of the industry today.
You should also do your due diligence before picking the right business franchise for you. A lot of online resources like this article are available on the internet. Take advantage of it so you will have an idea of which kind of franchise suits your forte.
Joining franchising groups is a big help as well. This is in particular to those people who are just at their starting point and have little knowledge about managing a franchise. Philippines Franchise Association and Franchise Asia Philippines are two of the greatest community that offers franchising events.
Begin your journey to financial freedom by opening a Franchise Business. You can do this by reaching out to the franchisor and asking any question that comes to mind. Narrowing your list of franchises can also be your next step.
Keep in mind that brand value, uniqueness of products, online presence, and promotions are the things you should look at if you are trying to decide which business you should franchise.
