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PUTT-PUTT GOLF is now in its 50th year of operation. It is the oldest and largest operator/franchisor of miniature golf and family entertainment centers in the world. PUTT-PUTT GOLF operates in 26 states and in 8 foreign countries and specializes in the development of PUTT-PUTT GOLF, gamerooms, batting cages, bumper cars, go-carts and laser tag.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1954
Franchising Since: 1955
Operating Units: |
| Franchised Units: | 132 | | 100% | | |
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | | 0% | | |
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| Total Operating Units: | 132 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 110 | | 83.3% | | In 26 States |
| Canada: | 1 | | 0.8% | | In 1 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 21 | | 15.9% | | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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| Total: | 132 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
| States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
| Density | Units | | | | |
| 1. Texas | 21 | | 2. Ohio | 13 | | 3. North Carolina | 12 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $500K |
| Cash Investment: | $35K-1MM |
| Total Investment: | $1.5K-5MM |
| Average Total Investment: | $3250K |
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Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $25-50K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $38K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | 2% |
Average Number of Employees: , 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): N/A
Preferred Sites:
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided? No
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
| International Franchise Association: | No |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 6 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes |
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct |
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Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | No |
| National Advertising: | No |
| Regional Advertising: | No |
| Local Advertising: | No |
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified |
| Additional Services: | None Specified |
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified |
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On-Going Support: |
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable |
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable |
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees |
| Field Training: | Included in Fees |
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable |
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable |
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees |
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees |
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees |
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Training: |
| 1. Training Center | 1 Week | | 2. Franchisee's | 3-7 Days |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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| Financial Net Worth: | 4 |
| General Business Experience: | 5 |
| Specific Industry Experience: | 2 |
| Formal Education: | 3 |
| Psychological Profile: | 3 |
| Personal Interview(s): | 4 |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | 1 |
| Asian-American: | 2 |
| Hispanic: | 2 |
| Native American: | 0 |
| Other: | N/A |
| Specific Minority: | Currently we assist in the completion of loan documentation and the development of the business plan. We are evaluating ways to advertise more directly to the minority community. We feel our current training program meets the needs of all our franchisees. |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract: | 20 Year(s) |
| Term of Renewal Period: | Year(s) |
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed |
| Area Development Agreements? | No |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | No |
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 12
| U.S.: | Yes, All United States |
| Canada: | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas: | Yes, South America |
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