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At a Glance
Products & Services: Burgers & fries
Number of Locations: 801
Total Investment: $453K - 627.2K
Founded: 1986
Began Franchising: 1989
Private Owned
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 505 | 0 | 3 | 293 |
| 2010 | 507 | 0 | 3 | 296 |
| 2009 | 589 | 0 | 3 | 252 |
| 2008 | 556 | 0 | 5 | 264 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units in the following states:
Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, West.
Franchisor is seeking new units in Middle East, Mexico.
Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, West.
Franchisor is seeking new units in Middle East, Mexico.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $453,000 - $627,200
Franchise Fee: $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 4%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 20 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 4%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 20 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $750,000
Liquid Cash Available: $250,000
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 4-6 weeks.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,
Franchise Ranking History
Fastest-Growing: #68 (2010),