Pronto Insurance
805 Media Luna Rd., # 400
Brownsville, TX 78520
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(855) 687-7088
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(956) 574-7088
- (956) 574-9076 (Fax)
Pronto Insurance is an insurance and financial service provider based in south Texas. Founded in 1997, Pronto developed a unique approach to the insurance business and has been revolutionizing the industry ever since. Through aggressive marketing, brand awareness, and highly competitive pricing, Pronto has quickly become an industry leader in Texas and now has the strength of over 130 branded agencies throughout the state. Personal property and liability insurance is a multi-billion dollar industry in Texas and the demand for affordable products has never been greater. Pronto offers a unique retail approach to our consumers, who need reasonably priced insurance and financial products. Pronto prides itself in providing fast and efficient service. Our slogan "Pronto, It's our name and our promise"™ speaks for itself. As a Pronto Franchise owner, you will have the power of our brand and the expertise to guide you along the way.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1997
Franchising Since: 2009
Operating Units
| Franchised Units |
36 |
26.3% |
| Company-Owned Units |
101 |
73.7% |
| Total Operating Units |
137 |
100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA |
137 |
100.0% |
In 1 States
|
| Canada |
0 |
0.0% |
In 0 Provinces
|
| International |
0 |
0.0% |
In 0 Foreign Countries
|
| Total |
137 |
100% |
|
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators |
7 |
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators |
21 |
North American Unit Density
Registered in the following Registration States
(not registered in any registration states)
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Support and Training
General Information
| IFA Member |
Yes |
| CFA Member |
No |
| Franchisee Association? |
Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff |
500 |
Site Selection
Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance |
Yes |
| Financial Assistance |
Yes, Indirect |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising |
Yes |
| National Advertising |
No |
| Regional Advertising |
Yes |
| Local Advertising |
Yes |
| Marketing Materials |
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Direct Mailers, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads
|
| Additional Services: |
Marketing Research, Newsletter, Sales Strategies
|
| Other Marketing Support |
Television, Sports Events, Outdoor Billboards, Grand Opening, Community Events, Neighborhood Marketing, Social Media |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing |
Included |
| Central Purchasing |
Included |
| Field Operation Evaluation |
Included |
| Field Training |
Included |
| Initial Store Opening |
Included |
| Inventory Control |
N/A |
| Franchisee Newsletter |
Included |
| Regional or National Meetings |
Included |
| 800 Telephone Hotline |
Included |
Training
| Brownsville, TX |
3 Weeks OR |
| Various locations throughout Texas |
2 Weeks |
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Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth |
$200K |
| Cash Investment |
$50-60K |
| Total Investment |
$60-100K |
| Average Total Investment |
$80K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee |
$15-25K |
| Average Franchise Fee |
$20K |
| On-Going Royalty |
0% |
| Average Royalty |
0% |
| Advertising Fee |
$500 or 1% of sales |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees |
2-3 |
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees |
0 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) |
800-1,200
|
| Preferred Site Types |
Free Standing Building, Strip Center
|
| Other Site Types Allowed |
End caps on Strip Centers |
| Encourages Conversions |
Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? |
Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? |
Yes |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth |
3 |
| General Business Experience |
4 |
| Specific Industry Experience |
1 |
| Formal Education |
2 |
| Psychological Profile |
4 |
| Personal Interviews |
5 |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract |
5 |
| Term of Renewal Period |
5 |
| Passive Ownership? |
Allowed, but discouraged |
Area Development
Agreements? |
Yes, for 5 years
|
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? |
Yes |
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Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months |
30 |
| USA |
Yes |
| Canada |
No |
| Overseas |
No |
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