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Fatburger
1218 Third St. Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401-1308
800#:
Tel: (310) 319-1850
Fax: (310) 319-1863
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.fatburger.com
Contact: Ms. Michelle G. Wilkins, Director Franchise Relations
The classic hamburger stand, serving cooked-to-order burgers at an open grill since 1952. Also serving grilled chicken-breast sandwiches, freshly made onion rings and real milkshakes in a fun environment with a unique R & B jukebox.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1952
First Franchise: 1980
Franchise Units: 27
Company-Owned Units: 23
Total Units: 50
Distribution:
U.S. -- 50;
Canada -- 0;
International -- 0
-North America -- Operations in 7 States
-States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 39 in CA, 10 in NV
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 8
Franchisee Qualifications: 4, 5, 3, 2, 5, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: CA,IL,MD,NY,WA (Click here for an explanation)
Average Number of Employees: 16-40 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,800-2,000 SF; FS, SF, SC
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Encourage Conversion: Yes
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $750K+
Total Investment: $370-730K
Average Total Investment: $550.0K
Minimum Net Worth: $1.25MM
Fees:
-Franchise: $40K
-Average Franchise Fee: $40.0K
-Royalty: 6%
-Average Royalty: 6.0%
-Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 15/10/10
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements: Yes/10
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory: No
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Financial Assistance: No
Cooperative Advertising: No
International Franchise Association: IFA MEMBER
Canadian Franchise Association:
Franchisee Association / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 30
On-Going Support: C,D,E,H (Click here for an explanation)
Training: 8 Weeks Certified Training Centers; 7-10 Days On-Site.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: All Canada
Overseas: No
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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