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CALIFORNIA CLOSETS COMPANY pioneered the custom storage business over 30 years ago. It is now the most famous brand and leader in its industry. Known for innovative design, California Closets commitment is to creating solutions that work specifically for its customer's lifestyle and home. California Closets has exceptional national advertising presence, local marketing tools, sophisticated and successful programs in learning and development for all aspects of operations. Continuous communication through conventions, regional seminars, webinars, franchise intranet site and on-site visits.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1978
Franchising Since: 1980
Operating Units: |
| Franchised Units: | 99 | | 100% | | |
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | | 0% | | |
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| Total Operating Units: | 99 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 88 | | 88.9% | | In 43 States |
| Canada: | 8 | | 8.1% | | In 5 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 3 | | 3% | | In 2 Foreign Countries |
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| Total: | 99 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
| States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
| Density | Units | | | | |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $300K |
| Cash Investment: | $125K |
| Total Investment: | $227.9-741.2K |
| Average Total Investment: | $275K |
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Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $70K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $70K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 6% |
| Average Royalty: | 6% |
| Advertising Fee: | 3% |
Average Number of Employees: 3-25 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 1,000-12,000
Preferred Sites:
Other Sites: Light Industrial
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided? No
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
| International Franchise Association: | Yes |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 35 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes |
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect |
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Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | No |
| National Advertising: | Yes |
| Regional Advertising: | No |
| Local Advertising: | Yes |
| Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos |
| Additional Services: | Online Extranet |
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified |
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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 |
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Training: |
| 1. On-Site | 2 Weeks |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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| Financial Net Worth: | 5 |
| General Business Experience: | 5 |
| Specific Industry Experience: | 1 |
| Formal Education: | 3 |
| Psychological Profile: | 1 |
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | N/A |
| Asian-American: | N/A |
| Hispanic: | N/A |
| Native American: | N/A |
| Other: | N/A |
| Specific Minority: | N/A |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) |
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) |
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged |
| Area Development Agreements? | No |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 4
| U.S.: | Yes, Various U.S. Locations |
| Canada: | No |
| Overseas: | No |
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