GolfCave
Company Information
1 Clarkton Drive Clark, NJ 07066
We franchise businesses specializing in operating indoor golf facilities (each, a 'Store') providing golfers of all skill levels the ability to play or practice on a golf simulator in the privacy of their own 'Cave' and related programs, products and services. (the 'GolfCave Businesses' or the 'Businesses'). We have not conducted business in any other line of business. We do not operate businesses of the type being franchised under this Disclosure Document, but we have affiliates which currently operate a total of three Businesses in New Jersey of the type being franchised under this Disclosure Document, the oldest such Business being operated since February 2012. We are a family-owned business.
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Franchise Rating
Franchimp Summary Rating
6/10
Earning Transparency
7/10
Investment Accessibility
5/10
Summary of potential earnings
$579,129 / unit
Average Revenue During 2021Sports & Recreation
Franchise System Development
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Summary of Investment Costs
Upfront Franchise Fees
Minimum: $50,760 Maximum: $50,760
Upfront franchise fees are the one-time payments required to secure rights to operate under an established brand, typically ranging from $20,000 to $100,000+ depending on brand value.
These fees grant access to proprietary business systems, training programs, intellectual property rights, and often territorial exclusivity—essentially purchasing the blueprint for a proven business model.
While separate from ongoing royalties, investors should evaluate these fees against expected returns, comparing fee-to-earnings ratios across opportunities and assessing how effectively franchisors reinvest these funds into system improvements.
Total Investment Costs
Minimum: $500,570 Maximum: $998,636
Ongoing Fees
Ongoing franchise fees, typically structured as royalties ranging from 4-8% of gross sales, represent the continuous payments franchisees make to maintain brand affiliation and support services.
These recurring fees fund the franchisor's operational assistance, marketing initiatives, technology updates, and continued brand development—creating a partnership where the franchisor's revenue grows alongside the franchisee's success. In addition to royalties, franchisees often contribute to national advertising funds (usually 1-3% of sales) and may incur technology fees, supply chain markups, or renewal fees depending on the franchise agreement.
Investors should carefully analyze these ongoing costs within their financial projections, as they directly impact profit margins and cash flow throughout the entire franchise relationship.
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