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Step 1
Visit the official Dollar Store franchising website to learn how to make the most of your investment. Opportunities to open a store abound and are very different depending on where you live, how much you want to invest and what you want to sell.
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Step 2
Decide on a budget. Even the smallest store will set you back thousands of dollars. Besides the obvious expenses such as rental, inventory and supplies, you will also need to spend on advertising, employee salaries, insurance and deposits (depending on the laws in your area) and other miscellaneous expenses.
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Step 3
Evaluate what the franchising company is offering. There are several chains of dollar stores around, some of which may offer consultation services to help you decide on a floor plan design, inventory planning and operational training. Compare different companies and their pros and cons before you make a final decision.
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Step 4
Weight out the pros and cons of the different types of dollar store franchises available. While many businesses that offer franchising expect you to pay royalties forever, many dollar store franchises can be bought outright. While the initial investment is larger, you are then free to promote, invest and rearrange your inventory as you please.
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Step 5
Make sure the company you buy the franchise from offers trade shows or similar connections to suppliers. This is essential to ensure that you will always have access to top-quality merchandise and large discounts.
