HomeTown Hearth & Grill
- Suburban Franchise Systems, Inc.
240 Rte. 10 W.
Whippany, NJ 7981
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(888) 298-0031
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(954) 429-8602
- (954) 429-1389 (Fax)
A HOMETOWN HEARTH & GRILL franchised retail location offers gas grills, outdoor products, fireplaces, hearth stoves, replacement parts and accessories that transform indoor and outdoor spaces with elegance, luxury and warmth. We offer a range of products and services few retailers can match. From broad selection to expert advice, consumers can shop our stores with the confidence that they are getting the best quality, the best service and the best value. 28 years of successful experience.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1991
Franchising Since: 2004
Operating Units
| Franchised Units |
0 |
0.0% |
| Company-Owned Units |
16 |
100.0% |
| Total Operating Units |
16 |
100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA |
16 |
100.0% |
In 9 States
|
| Canada |
0 |
0.0% |
In 0 Provinces
|
| International |
0 |
0.0% |
In 0 Foreign Countries
|
| Total |
16 |
100% |
|
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density |
Units |
| New Jersey |
2 |
| Oregon |
2 |
| Washington |
2 |
Registered in the 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
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Support and Training
General Information
| IFA Member |
Yes |
| CFA Member |
No |
| Franchisee Association? |
Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff |
4,500 |
Site Selection
Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance |
Yes |
| Financial Assistance |
Yes, Direct |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising |
No |
| National Advertising |
No |
| Regional Advertising |
No |
| Local Advertising |
No |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing |
Included |
| Central Purchasing |
Included |
| Field Operation Evaluation |
Included |
| Field Training |
Included |
| Initial Store Opening |
Included |
| Inventory Control |
Included |
| Franchisee Newsletter |
Included |
| Regional or National Meetings |
Yes, at additional cost |
| 800 Telephone Hotline |
Included |
Training
| Whippany, NJ |
2 Weeks |
| In-Store |
Ongoing |
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Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth |
$300K |
| Cash Investment |
$80-150K |
| Total Investment |
$400-700K |
| Average Total Investment |
$550K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee |
$39.5K |
| Average Franchise Fee |
$40K |
| On-Going Royalty |
5% |
| Average Royalty |
5% |
| Advertising Fee |
2% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees |
3 |
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees |
1 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) |
2,500
|
| Preferred Site Types |
Strip Center
|
| Encourages Conversions |
Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? |
Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? |
No |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth |
4 |
| General Business Experience |
3 |
| Specific Industry Experience |
2 |
| Formal Education |
3 |
| Psychological Profile |
4 |
| Personal Interviews |
5 |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract |
10/5/5 |
| Term of Renewal Period |
N/A |
| Passive Ownership? |
Allowed |
Area Development
Agreements? |
No
|
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? |
Yes |
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Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months |
10 |
| USA |
Yes, All United States |
| Canada |
No |
| Overseas |
No |
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