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 HomeTown Hearth & Grill 240 Route 10 West Whippany, NJ 07981-0206 |
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Business Description
A HOMETOWN HEARTH & GRILL franchised retail location offers gas grills, outdoor products, fireplaces, hearth stoves, replacement parts and accessories that transform indoor and outdoor spaces with elegance, luxury and warmth. We offer a range of products and services few retailers can match. From broad selection to expert advice, consumers can shop our stores with the confidence that they are getting the best quality, the best service and the best value. 28 years of successful experience.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1993
Franchising Since: 2004
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating 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
Average Number of Employees: 3 Full-time, 1 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 2,500
Preferred Sites: Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
A HOMETOWN HEARTH & GRILL franchised retail location offers gas grills, outdoor products, fireplaces, hearth stoves, replacement parts and accessories that transform indoor and outdoor spaces with elegance, luxury and warmth. We offer a range of products and services few retailers can match. From broad selection to expert advice, consumers can shop our stores with the confidence that they are getting the best quality, the best service and the best value. 28 years of successful experience.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1993
Franchising Since: 2004
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 0 | 0% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 13 | 100% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 13 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Washington | 2 |
| 2. Oregon | 2 |
| 3. New Jersey | 2 |
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: | $80-120K |
| Total Investment: | $300-600K |
| Average Total Investment: | $450K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $39.5K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $40K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | 2% |
Space Needs (in square footage): 2,500
Preferred Sites: Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 4 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 3 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 2 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 3 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 4 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10/5/5 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Not Allowed | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | No | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 4500 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| 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: | At Additional Cost | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Whippany, NJ | 2 Weeks | ||||||||
| 2. In-Store | On-Going | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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