The Counter

Build-your-own-burger restaurants

About

Founded

2003

Franchising Since

2005 (14 Years)

Corporate Address

9311 E. Via De Ventura
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

CEO

Eric Lefebvre

Parent Company

MTY Franchising USA Inc.

Ticker Symbol

MTY

Financial Requirements

Initial Investment ⓘ

$746,000 - $2,335,250

Net-worth Requirement ⓘ

$1,500,000

Liquid Cash Requirement ⓘ

$500,000

Ongoing Fees

Initial Franchise Fee ⓘ

$35,000 - $35,000

Ongoing Royalty Fee

Ad Royalty Fee

Financing Options

The Counter has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following:  franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory

Veteran Incentives

20% off franchise fee

Support Options

Ongoing Support

Newsletter

Toll-Free Line

Grand Opening

Online Support

Security/Safety Procedures

Field Operations

Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Co-op Advertising

Ad Templates

National Media

Regional Advertising

Social media

SEO

Website development

Email marketing

Loyalty program/app

On-The-Job Training:

964 hours

Classroom Training:

164 hours

Absentee Ownership Allowed

Bio

The Counter first opened in 2003 and began franchising in 2005. At each restaurant, customers receive a clipboard with a list of ingredients to choose from in order to build a customized burger. Sandwiches, sides and desserts are included on the menu as well, along with fountain drinks and a selection of beers and wines.

Cost

Initial Investment: Low - $746,000 High - $2,335,250

Units

-2.5%-1 UNITS (1 Year) -4.9%-2 UNITS (3 Years)

Units (Locations)

Where Seeking Franchisees:

Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.

Franchise Financing

Using 401(K)/IRA Funds

Tax Penalty-Free
Debt Free
Expert Guidance

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