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 FASTFRAME 1200 Lawrence Dr., # 300 Newbury Park, CA 91320-1234 |
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Business Description
FASTFRAME is the largest and fastest-growing custom picture framing franchise in the world. With over 300 locations, we maintain our leadership in the industry by recruiting business partners who are both qualified and passionate about our industry. We strive to provide our franchisees with an all-inclusive and uncomplicated process whereby they can easily become a part of this very enjoyable business. FASTFRAME has built its reputation of high quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1986
Franchising Since: 1987
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 1 Full-time, 2 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 1,200-1,500
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
FASTFRAME is the largest and fastest-growing custom picture framing franchise in the world. With over 300 locations, we maintain our leadership in the industry by recruiting business partners who are both qualified and passionate about our industry. We strive to provide our franchisees with an all-inclusive and uncomplicated process whereby they can easily become a part of this very enjoyable business. FASTFRAME has built its reputation of high quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1986
Franchising Since: 1987
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 315 | 99.7% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 1 | 0.3% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 316 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. California | 76 |
| 2. Illinois | 22 |
| 3. Texas | 22 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $150K |
| Cash Investment: | $40-50K |
| Total Investment: | $105-150K |
| Average Total Investment: | $128K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 7.5% |
| Average Royalty: | 8% |
| Advertising Fee: | 3% |
Space Needs (in square footage): 1,200-1,500
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 5 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 4 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 1 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 1 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 1 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Not Allowed | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | No | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 23 | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Newbury Park, CA | 2 Weeks | ||||||||
| 2. On-Site | 1 Week | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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