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FAST-FIX JEWELRY AND WATCH REPAIRS
- Jewelry Repair Enterprises, Inc.
Delray Beach, FL 33445-25
- (800) 359-0407 / (561) 330-6060
- (561) 330-6062 (Fax)
- Mr. George Lambro, Director of Marketing
- [email protected]
With a 27-year track record, FAST-FIX JEWELRY AND WATCH REPAIRS is the #1 national chain of dedicated jewelry and watch repair stores with more than 160 franchised locations operating in the United States and Canada. FAST-FIX stores operate only in major regional malls that afford customers "while-they-shop" jewelry and watch repair service. Prior jewelry experience is not necessary. Our full training program at FAST-FIX University along with our support system that includes national conventions and regional marketing meetings will motivate you and prepare you to operate your FAST-FIX store.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1984
Franchising Since: 1987
Operating Units
| Franchised Units | 163 | 100.0% |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Units | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total Operating Units | 163 | 100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA | 161 | 97.0% | In 27 States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 2 | 1.2% | In 2 Provinces |
| International | 3 | 1.8% | In 3 Foreign Countries |
| Total | 166 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
|---|---|
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density | Units |
|---|---|
| California | 39 |
| Florida | 24 |
| Texas | 17 |
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia
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General Information
| IFA Member | Yes |
|---|---|
| CFA Member | Yes |
| Franchisee Association? | Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff | 18 |
| Site Selection Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance | Yes |
| Financial Assistance | Yes, Indirect |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising | No |
|---|---|
| National Advertising | No |
| Regional Advertising | No |
| Local Advertising | No |
| Marketing Materials | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Promotional Items, Site Signs |
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing | N/A |
|---|---|
| Central Purchasing | N/A |
| Field Operation Evaluation | Included |
| Field Training | Included |
| Initial Store Opening | Included |
| Inventory Control | N/A |
| Franchisee Newsletter | Included |
| Regional or National Meetings | Included |
| 800 Telephone Hotline | Included |
Training
| National Training Center in Delray Beach, FL | 10 Days |
| On-Site | 5 Days |
Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth | $250K |
|---|---|
| Cash Investment | $100K |
| Total Investment | $166-308K |
| Average Total Investment | $237K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40K |
|---|---|
| Average Franchise Fee | $40K |
| On-Going Royalty | 6% |
| Average Royalty | 6% |
| Advertising Fee | 2% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees | 3 |
|---|---|
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees | 2 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) | 250-850 |
| Preferred Site Types | Regional Mall |
| Encourages Conversions | No |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? | Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? | No |
Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth | 4 |
|---|---|
| General Business Experience | 5 |
| Specific Industry Experience | 2 |
| Formal Education | 2 |
| Psychological Profile | 2 |
| Personal Interviews | 5 |
Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract | 10 |
|---|---|
| Term of Renewal Period | 10 |
| Passive Ownership? | Not Allowed |
| Area Development Agreements? |
Yes, for 1 year |
| Sub-Franchisor Contracts? |
Yes |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 15 |
|---|---|
| USA | Yes, All United States |
| Canada | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas | Yes, All Countries |
