The initial capital required to launch a franchise varies enormously depending on the brand, industry sector, and geographical footprint. Startup costs typically range from under $10,000 for home-based or mobile service concepts to over $1 million for major fast-food restaurants or large-scale retail storefronts. These figures usually encompass the initial franchise fee, real estate leasehold improvements, equipment purchases, initial inventory, working capital reserves, and mandatory liquid net worth requirements enforced by the corporate franchisor.