In 2001, Mail Boxes Etc. � the world�s largest franchisor of retail shipping, postal and business services � joined the UPS family � the world�s largest express carrier and package delivery company. In 2003, The UPS Store franchise opportunity was introduced, offering franchisees and customers the convenient combination of the services of both Mail Boxes Etc. and UPS. The UPS Store offers a wide variety of services that fulfill a number of related needs, such as shipping, packaging, mailbox and postal services, copying, finishing, printing and moving supplies. 

Qualified franchisees have the opportunity to own multiple franchises and may also specialize in rural or other niche markets. The UPS network is a global leader, a pioneer who has led the industry for more than 25 years, contributing to a global brand presence built over the years out 5,000 locations in more than 40 countries and territories.

 

Investment Required
The fee for a franchise of The UPS Store is $29,950.

The UPS Store provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.

On-Going Expenses
The UPS Store franchisees pay a royalty fee equal to 5% of gross sales and commissions, a marketing fee equal to 1% of gross sales and commissions and a national advertising equal to 2.5% of gross sales and commissions. Other ongoing fees include varying advertising co-op dues and an annual technology development and support fee of $595.

What You Get�Training and Support
While an experienced staff at UPS corporate headquarters provides franchisees with general support, UPS Store operators also receive local support from regional field representatives. Other benefits bestowed on franchisees include buying power and the opportunity to work with pre-estab-lished corporate customers in addition to assistance with financing, real estate development, store design and construction, training and technology development and support.

Territory
The UPS Store grants exclusive territories.