Why Convert Now? Why Convert? What Will It Cost?

Learn some good reasons to convert your store through the Business Conversion Program and what the initial and ongoing costs are. You’ll see it’s an appealing opportunity.
There are many ways you and your business benefit when you convert it through the Business Conversion Program, including:

With a moderate investment, you can have the opportunity to reap the benefits of the longevity, stability and proven results of a global company:

Initial costs
  • $25,000 initial franchise fee that covers, among other things:
    • Initial Franchisee training for you and a designee
    • Store grand opening event
  • A $20,000–$40,000 initial down payment (based on your location’s business history) to establish a minimum net worth value. The initial down payment includes:
    • A cash down payment on the cost of the store’s initial inventory and supplies. 7-Eleven, Inc. will finance a portion of your inventory and supply cost
    • Business licenses, permits and bonds
    • Initial cash register fund
  • Co-investment to upgrade your store (amount varies and is site specific). Co-investment can range from a modest investment for minor upgrade situations up to a substantial investment for major development projects, such as lube-bay conversions or ground-up development.

Royalties and credits
We share royalties based on merchandise gross profit, not merchandise sales. This motivates 7-Eleven to bring forward new merchandise and services that will maximize your gross profits, so your store's success is a shared responsibility.

Here's a breakdown on the royalty and credit structure with the Business Conversion Program.
  • Ongoing Merchandise Gross Profit royalty of 25%
    • First three months of royalty payments are waived
    • Stores generating high levels of gross profit reduce royalties by 3% on incremental gross profit above certain thresholds (see Franchise Disclosure Document for details)
  • 7-Eleven provides $600 per month (or $7,200/yr) in operating expense credit once royalties start
  • 7-Eleven provides a 25% credit card fee subsidy at non-gas stores

All said, converting your business to a 7-Eleven® franchise is a cost-effective way to attain your goal of growing the volume of your business. Actual costs vary, depending on your area and location, so contact us for more details.