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The ULTIMATE in on-site restoration and dyeing of leather, vinyl, fabrics and plastics. Mobile units providing repair and restoration in all markets that have leather, vinyl, fabric, velour, plastics and fiberglass. These markets include car dealerships (new and used), furniture retailers and manufactures, hotels, airports, car rental agencies and company fleet cars.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1990
Franchising Since: 1991
Operating Units: |
| Franchised Units: | 61 | | 72.6% | | |
| Company-Owned Units: | 23 | | 27.4% | | |
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| Total Operating Units: | 84 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 81 | | 96.4% | | In 34 States |
| Canada: | 1 | | 1.2% | | In 1 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 2 | | 2.4% | | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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| Total: | 84 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
| States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
| Density | Units | | | | |
| 1. Florida | 12 | | 2. Illinois | 23 | | 3. Ohio | 9 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Oregon, Wisconsin, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $50K |
| Cash Investment: | $27.5K |
| Total Investment: | $27.5K-71.4K |
| Average Total Investment: | $54K |
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Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $27.5K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $28K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 6%/$175/Mo. |
| Average Royalty: | 6% |
| Advertising Fee: | 1% |
Average Number of Employees: 3-4 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided? Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
| International Franchise Association: | Yes |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 13 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Not Applicable |
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct |
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Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | Yes |
| National Advertising: | Yes |
| Regional Advertising: | Yes |
| Local Advertising: | Yes |
| Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Radio Ads, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits |
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-house Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies |
| 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. Headquarters, IL | 3 Weeks | | 2. Franchisee's Territory | 1 Week |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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| Financial Net Worth: | 4 |
| General Business Experience: | 4 |
| Specific Industry Experience: | 3 |
| Formal Education: | 4 |
| Psychological Profile: | 4 |
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | 0% |
| Asian-American: | 0% |
| Hispanic: | 0% |
| Native American: | 0% |
| Other: | 60% Women-Owned |
| Specific Minority: | Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time. |
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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: 10+
| U.S.: | Yes, All United States |
| Canada: | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas: | No |
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