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At a Glance
Products & Services: Franchise advisory, coaching & development services
Number of Locations: 296
Total Investment: $73.36K - 82.21K
Founded: 1984
Began Franchising: 1997
Private Owned
About The Entrepreneur's Source
The Entrepreneur's Source, a franchise-consulting firm, was founded by Terry Powell in 1984. The company matches clients to franchise opportunities by conducting interviews, filling out profiles and assessing a client's goals, needs and expectations. The Entrepreneur's Source also educates clients on the basics of franchising and other business options.Clients pay nothing for their consultation; instead, The Entrepreneur's Source earns its income from the franchisors it recommends
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 286 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2010 | 269 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | 280 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | 291 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $73,360 - $82,210
Franchise Fee: $45,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-25%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $45,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-25%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $150,000 - $250,000
Liquid Cash Available: $85,000
Operations
Franchise can be run from home. 1% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators).| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: At franchisee's location: 5 days. Ongoing virtual training
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Internet,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,