Instant Imprints
At a Glance
Products & Services: Imprinted sportswear, promotional products, signs
Number of Locations: 71
Total Investment: $167.6K - 193.3K
Founded: 1992
Began Franchising: 2001
Private Owned
About Instant Imprints
Founded in 1992 as an imprinted merchandise manufacturer and distributor, Instant Imprints expanded to offer screen-printing, embroidery, sign-making and promotional product services. The San Diego-based company began franchising in 2001.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2009 | 60 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 | 80 | 9 | 2 | 2 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new units internationally.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $167,600 - $193,300
Franchise Fee: $29,950
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 15 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $29,950
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 15 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $350,000
Liquid Cash Available: $50,000 - $60,000
Operations
10% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3. 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: Available at headquarters: 2 weeks. At franchisee's location: 1 week.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,