Rhea Lana's franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Rhea Lana's franchise fee is $19,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $41,675 to $68,650, with about $10,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Rhea Lana's FDD.
What are the Rhea Lana's franchise fees and investment?
The Rhea Lana's franchise requires a franchise fee of $19,500 and a total initial investment of $41,675 to $68,650. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $19,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $41,675 to $68,650 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $10,000 |
| US locations | 117 |
| Industry | Retail (Resales) |
| Headquarters | Conway, Arkansas |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
How does the Rhea Lana's investment compare with other retail franchises?
Rhea Lana's's minimum investment of $41,675 is at or below the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 196 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $19,500 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Rhea Lana's belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Rhea Lana's FDD?
Verify six parts of the Rhea Lana's Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Rhea Lana's discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Rhea Lana's?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to Rhea Lana's:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Vinyl | $24,500 | $41,320 to $71,500 |
| Retain Loyalty | $35,000 | $40,650 to $49,250 |
| Stroller Spa | $25,000 | $40,500 to $113,900 |
| American Immigration Center | $10,000 | $38,700 to $87,000 |
| TEKKEEZ Tech Repair | $0 to $15,000 | $45,250 to $107,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Rhea Lana's franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Rhea Lana's franchise ranges from $41,675 to $68,650, including a franchise fee of $19,500, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Rhea Lana's franchise?
Rhea Lana's lists a minimum of about $10,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Rhea Lana's locations are there?
Rhea Lana's reported 117 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Rhea Lana's been franchising?
Rhea Lana's started offering franchises in 2008 after the company was founded in 1997.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Rhea Lana's and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Rhea Lana's. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.