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Computer TroubleShooters
COMPUTER TROUBLESHOOTERS is the world's largest and best computer service franchise. Over 420 locations in 20 countries provide personal, friendly on-site services to business and residential customers. See www.comptroub.com
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1999
Franchising Since:
1999
IFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
220
100%
Company-Owned Units:
0
0%
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Total Operating Units:
220
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
220
44.2%
In 33 States
Canada:
33
6.6%
In 3 Canadian Provinces
International:
245
49.2%
In 1 Foreign Countries
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Total:
498
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. Pennsylvania
19
2. Texas
16
3. California
16
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$20K
Cash Investment:
$24-34K
Total Investment:
$26.8-37.5K
Average Total Investment:
$32K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$19.5K
Average Franchise Fee:
$19K
On-Going Royalty:
$330/Mo.
Average Royalty:
-1%
Advertising Fee:
$70/Mo.
Average Number of Employees:
1 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
N/A
Preferred Sites:
Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
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:
5
Site Selection Assistance?
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
Not Applicable
Financial Assistance?
Yes, Indirect
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
No
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
No
Local Advertising:
No
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
