What Does it Take to Open a Save A Lot Grocery Store?
Save A Lot’s licensing model is designed to support long-term, sustainable grocery ownership. Below is an overview of the estimated investment ranges, transaction types, and baseline requirements prospective Retail Partners should understand when evaluating an opportunity.
Financial Requirements for Retail Partners
Retail Partners should have sufficient capital in order to open and operate a Save A Lot grocery store with confidence. We welcome licensees who have formed business partnerships to help share the initial investment costs, and if needed, licensees are able to seek out third-party financing, such as SBA loans.
$1 million net worth required
$300,000 liquid assets required
Initial Investment
Initial investment varies based on type of transaction, real estate conditions and market needs. Save A Lot offers multiple pathways to ownership, allowing operators to determine the structure that best aligns with their business goals.
Investment Breakdown
*Actual costs are project specific depending on scope, landlord tenant improvements and economic development incentives.
Total Project Cost
Leasehold and Equipment
- Banner Flip: $150K – $500K
- Retro fit: $1M – $1.5M
- Ground Up: $3M – $5M
Initial Inventory
$200K – $250K
Thrift Deposit and Start Up
$100K – $200K
Contact Us Today to Learn More Information About Our Grocery Store Requirements to Become a Retail Partner
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