About Le Village Marche Franchise
Le Village Marche is a French inspired home decor and gift boutique franchise offering a curated selection of stylish products including home fragrances, bath and body items, kitchen accessories, paper goods, seasonal decor, and women's accessories.
Each location creates a charming shopping experience that appeals to customers looking for unique, high quality gifts and home accents.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the brand has been franchising since 2022.
Le Village Marche Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$166K
Average Investment
$210K
Maximum Investment
$253K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 3% of Gross Sales, currently 1% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $166,406 – $253,303 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $166K–$253K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 3% of Gross Sales, currently 1% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $12,500 | $20,000 |
| Lease Deposits – Three Months | $20,503 | $30,754 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $14,518 | $33,826 |
| Signage | $1,078 | $5,000 |
| Computer, Software and Point of Sales System | $2,733 | $5,657 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $38,000 | $56,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $185 | $185 |
| Insurance Deposits – Three Months | $192 | $575 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $1,000 | $3,100 |
| Professional Fees | $6,300 | $13,500 |
| Licenses and Permits | $150 | $300 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months | $21,747 | $34,406 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | (a) 50% of our then current Initial Franchise Fee; or (b) No charge if transferee is an entity controlled and owned by current franchisee |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | Up to $500 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit and expenses |
| Local Marketing | 1% of Gross Sales or $500 per month, whichever is greater |
| POS System | Currently $200 per month |
| Online Ordering, Customer Rewards, and Gift Cards | Currently not implemented by us but may be implemented in the future (Fees for access to ordering and other systems) |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | As established by cooperative members, but not exceeding 2% of Gross Sales |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $1,500 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Currently $500 per person per day |
| Supplemental On-Site Training | Our then current daily rate per trainer, plus expenses we incur. Current rate is $500 per day |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Legal Fees and Expenses | Costs and expenses |
| Quality Assurance Audit | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Operations Manual Replacement | $500 |
| Collections | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Indemnification | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Post-Termination or Post-Expiration Expenses | Costs and expenses |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50 whichever is greater or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Non-Compliance | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Testing or Supplier Approval | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Management Service | 20% of Gross Sales |
| Relocation | Costs and expenses |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 week |
| Classroom Training | 15 |
| On-the-Job Training | 25 |
| Training Location | Arlington, Virginia |
| Additional Training | The franchisor may require supplemental on-site training at the franchisee's Boutique, with a current rate of $500 per trainer per day plus expenses. Initial training for replacement Operating Managers is also required, at $500 per manager per day plus expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | The smaller of a distance of 10 miles from the Boutique Location in all directions travelable by road or, a territory encompassing a population of 200,000 people as of the date of the Franchise Agreement. |
| Description | The Designated Territory may be identified by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, designated market area, and/or other recognizable demarcations. If the Boutique is in a shopping mall or similar facility, the territory may be limited to its physical boundaries. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | one additional 10 year term |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in compliance with the Franchise Agreement, provide 180 days' written notice, sign the then-current Franchise Agreement and related ancillary agreements, sign a general release, pay a renewal fee, remodel/upgrade the Boutique to current standards, secure legal right to occupy the premises, and meet all other renewal requirements. Owners and their spouses must also comply and personally guarantee the new terms. |
| Transfer Fee | (a) 50% of our then current Initial Franchise Fee; or (b) No charge if transferee is an entity controlled and owned by current franchisee |
| Transfer Conditions | Requires franchisor's prior written consent. Conditions include 30 days' prior written notice, satisfaction of all monetary and other obligations, transferee's good moral character, sufficient business experience/aptitude/financial resources, agreement to be bound by all terms, execution of personal guarantees by owners/spouses, execution of a general release, completion of training programs by transferee/managers, franchisor's approval of price/terms, and compliance with all applicable laws. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various defaults, including insolvency/bankruptcy, abandonment of obligations, intentional refusal to comply with agreement terms, operation in violation of laws posing a threat to health/safety, failure to maintain leasehold interests, material misrepresentation of information, unauthorized transfer, felony conviction, unethical conduct, failure to complete training, misuse of confidential information/marks, and failure to comply with Anti-Terrorism Laws. Curable defaults (e.g., failure to pay fees, operational non-compliance) have 10 or 30-day cure periods. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise, franchisee and owners/spouses cannot have any legal/equitable interest (over 3% in publicly traded company), operate, manage, fund, or perform services for a Competitive Business, divert customers, or violate confidentiality. Post-termination, for 24 months, the non-compete applies to the Designated Territory, a 25-mile radius around it, and a 10-mile radius around any other Le Village Marché Boutique. Confidentiality and non-solicitation covenants also apply. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Managing Owner (designated managing shareholder, member, or partner) must be personally responsible for the management and overall supervision of the Boutique and must complete initial training. While personal day-to-day participation is recommended, an approved Operating Manager can be hired to supervise on-site operations. If multiple Boutiques are owned, each must be managed and supervised on-site by an Operating Manager. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee is required to purchase or lease certain source restricted goods and services for the development and operation of the Boutique that meet franchisor's specifications and/or are purchased from an approved or designated supplier, which may include the franchisor or its affiliates. These include System Supplies, branded furniture/fixtures, signage, Point of Sale System and Computer Equipment, Credit Card Processing, and On-Line Ordering, Customer Rewards, and Gift Cards. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee may only offer and sell Approved Products and Services and use products, supplies, equipment, technology systems, and services authorized and designated in writing by the franchisor. The franchisor may designate itself or its affiliates as exclusive suppliers for certain goods and services. Unbranded furniture and fixtures may be purchased from any supplier meeting specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor and/or its affiliates may receive rebates, payments, and other material benefits from suppliers based on franchisee purchases. As of the Issuance Date, the franchisor has not received revenue from franchisee purchases of source restricted products or services, but reserves the right to institute and expand rebate programs in the future and use all amounts received without restriction, including for profit. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation. |
Le Village Marche Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$690K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Le Village Marche Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordLe Village Marche has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Le Village Marche System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Le Village Marche currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 23 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, NC, ND, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Total Assets
$30K
Audited by Metwally CPA PLLC for year ending December 31.
Le Village Marche Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Le Village Marche franchise ranges from $166,406 to $253,303, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Le Village Marche charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 3% of Gross Sales, currently 1% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Le Village Marche Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Le Village Marche to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Le Village Marche franchise owners report average revenue of $690K. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Le Village Marche has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $166,406-$253,303, a 6% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $166,406 to $253,303 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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