Computer Renaissance
At a Glance
Products & Services: Used & new computer sales/services
Number of Locations: 35
Total Investment: $193.3K - 283.8K
Founded: 1988
Began Franchising: 1993
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2009 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $193,300 - $283,800
Franchise Fee: $27,500
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $27,500
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $250,000
Liquid Cash Available: $50,000
Operations
18% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 5. 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, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks,