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Initial Investment
LOW: $35,000
HIGH: $80,050
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Company Profile
Founded
2003
Franchising Since
2013 (3 Years)
Corporate Address
7020 E. Hwy. 290, Bldg. 11, #A Austin, TX 78723
Financials
Financial Requirements
Initial Investment
$35,000 - $80,050
Net-worth Requirement
$150,000
Liquid Cash Requirement
$50,000 - $85,000
Ongoing Fees
Initial Franchise Fee
$15,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee
2.5-6%
Ad Royalty Fee
$750+/mo.
Units (Locations)
Where Seeking Franchisees:
Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Operations & Franchisor Support
Training Onsite: 3 days
Training at headquarters: 4 days
Additional Training: Ongoing training as needed
Ongoing Support
Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Internet
Security
Field Operations
Marketing Support
Co-op Advertising
Ad Slicks
Regional Media
National Media
Absentee Ownership Allowed
Number of employees required to run: 10 - 20
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Updated: November 13th, 2013
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