Great Frame Up, The
Great Frame Up, The
12707 North Fwy., # 330
Houston, TX 77060
800#: (800) 443-3325
Tel: (281) 775-5200
Fax: (281) 872-1646
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.tgfufraninfo.com
Contact: Ms. Ann Nance, Franchise Development Dir.
THE GREAT FRAME UP is part of the world's largest retail franchisor of affordable, high-quality custom framing. Specializing in custom framing in a hands-on, artistic environment featuring wide selections of custom frame moldings & mat styles, a proprietary framing system, superior design center & more. Easy to learn & operate; exceptional training & support; national buying power & proven marketing programs. Growth industry.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1971
First Franchise: 1975
Franchise Units: 130
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units:130
Distribution:
U.S. -- 130;
Canada -- 0;
International -- 0
> North America -- Operations in 26 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 25 in IL, 16 in GA, 15 in CA
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:12
Franchisee Qualifications:5, 3, 3, 3, 4, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: All States
Average Number of Employees: 3 FT, 2 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs:1,500-2,000 SF; SC
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Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $35-50K
Total Investment: $125-165K
Average Total Investment: $145K
Minimum Net Worth: $200K
Fees
>Franchise: $30K;
>Average Franchise Fee: $30K
>Royalty: 6%
>Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 38
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 2 Weeks Houston, TX.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: No
Overseas: No
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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