Grins 2 Go® is an innovative franchise so unique that it may be the picture perfect opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Our unique approach to technology, customer service and photographic styles is what sets us apart from the competition — we know it’s not just what we do but how we do it. Our On Location unit is a stylish and highly visible Van. This home-based/Mobile business has a low investment, low overhead and is totally innovative and fun! Nothing like this exists! And, now your timing couldn’t be better. You have the chance to get in on the ground floor of this cutting-edge franchise organization. |
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Franchisor Background
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Year Established: 2004
Franchising Since: 2004
| Operating Units: |
Franchised Units: |
11 |
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| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% |
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Total Operating Units: | 11 | 100.0% |
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| Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 11 | 100% | In 6 States |
| Canada: | 0 | 0% | In 0 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 0 | 0% | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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Total: | 11 | 100.0% | |
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North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. California | 6 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
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Financial Requirements
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| Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $150K |
| Cash Investment: | $30-35K |
| Total Investment: | $114-142K |
| Average Total Investment: | $128K |
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| Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $27.5K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $27K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 7% |
| Average Royalty: | 7% |
| Advertising Fee: | 2% |
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Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 1 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites: Mobile
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
Listed in the SBA Registry?: No
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Support and Training
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| International Franchise Association: | Yes |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 4 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Not Applicable |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Not Applicable |
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect |
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| Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | Yes |
| National Advertising: | No |
| Regional Advertising: | Yes |
| 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: | 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: | Not Applicable |
| Central Purchasing: | At Additional Cost |
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees |
| Field Training: | Included in Fees |
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable |
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable |
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Not Applicable |
| Regional or National Meetings: | At Additional Cost |
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees |
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| Training: |
| 1. San Diego | 2 Weeks |
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Franchisee Qualifications
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Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
| Financial Net Worth: | 4 |
| General Business Experience: | 3 |
| Specific Industry Experience: | 1 |
| Formal Education: | 2 |
| Psychological Profile: | 3 |
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 |
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Minority Representation
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Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | 1 |
| Asian-American: | 1 |
| Hispanic: | 1 |
| Native American: | 0 |
| Other: | 1 |
| Specific Minority | N/A |
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Terms of Contract
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| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) |
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) |
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged |
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 10 Year(s) |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | No |
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Expansion Plans
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Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: | 50 |
U.S.: |
Yes, All United States |
| Canada: | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas: | Yes, All |
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