FASTFRAME is the largest�and fastest-growing�custom picture-framing franchise in the world. Franchisees enjoy high margins, low staff requirements, sociable hours and a strong repeat customer base. FASTFRAME guarantees that customers will be satisfied with the completed product, or they will redesign the piece in the same price range free of charge within 30 days of the sale. Only a low, non-perishable inventory is necessary, and franchisees benefit from running a �good news business� that is non-seasonal.

FASTFRAME also offers a satellite program, where franchisees operate an additional store that is smaller and has no production facility. No inventory is required and only one employee is needed to operate it, reducing costs by utilizing the services of the full-service location.

 

Investment Required
The fee for a FASTFRAME franchise is $25,000.

FASTFRAME provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.

 

On-Going Expenses
FASTFRAME franchisees pay a royalty fee equal to 7.5% of gross sales and an advertising fee equal to 3% of gross sales.

What You Get�Training and Support
Franchisees go through two weeks of training prior to the opening of the store and have one week of in-store training once it opens. Franchisees receive a demographic study; a legal review of the lease; blueprints; and assistance with contractors, lease negotiation, site selection, construction and the grand opening. FASTFRAME also creates grand-opening marketing, as well as providing a business plan and on-going support.

New employee training is included at no cost. FASTFRAME continues to support franchisees by making store visits and coordinating in-store group meetings, regional meetings and national conventions.

FASTFRAME maintains an in-house marketing department and provides professionally designed advertising materials and programs. With a strong online presence, FASTFRAME efficiently directs customers to individual stores located near them, as well as provides franchisees with a FASTFRAME intranet.

Territory
FASTFRAME grants exclusive territories.