Tasti D-Lite
341 Cool Springs Blvd., # 100
Franklin, TN 37067
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(866) 424-4640
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(615) 550-3112
- (615) 550-3154 (Fax)
Tasti D-Lite Now more than ever, people need a little Tasti D-Lite... check out this fast-growing good-for-you frozen dessert concept. Simple and fun to operate, featuring a low-cal, low-fat, low-carb product that's been the talk of New York for more than 20 years. Unlike other light concepts, it has a rich texture and a creamy delicious taste. So healthy, it becomes a daily habit! The world's leading guilt-free food franchise. The right opportunity. At the right time.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1987
Franchising Since: 2008
Operating Units
| Franchised Units |
53 |
96.4% |
| Company-Owned Units |
2 |
3.6% |
| Total Operating Units |
55 |
100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA |
50 |
96.2% |
In 5 States
|
| Canada |
0 |
0.0% |
In 0 Provinces
|
| International |
2 |
3.8% |
In 1 Foreign Countries
|
| Total |
52 |
100% |
|
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density |
Units |
| New York |
56 |
| New Jersey |
4 |
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia
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Support and Training
General Information
| IFA Member |
Yes |
| CFA Member |
No |
| Franchisee Association? |
No |
| Size of Corporate Staff |
28 |
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, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Site Signs, Videos
|
| Additional Services: |
In-House Marketing, Press Releases, Sales Strategies
|
| Other Marketing Support |
Grand Opening |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing |
N/A |
| Central Purchasing |
N/A |
| Field Operation Evaluation |
Included |
| Field Training |
Included |
| Initial Store Opening |
Yes, at additional cost |
| Inventory Control |
N/A |
| Franchisee Newsletter |
N/A |
| Regional or National Meetings |
Yes, at additional cost |
| 800 Telephone Hotline |
Included |
Training
| Nashville, TN |
1 Week |
| New York, NY |
1 Week |
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Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth |
$250K |
| Cash Investment |
$70K |
| Total Investment |
$101-441.7K |
| Average Total Investment |
$272K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee |
$30K |
| Average Franchise Fee |
$30K |
| On-Going Royalty |
5% |
| Average Royalty |
5% |
| Advertising Fee |
2% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees |
2 |
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees |
4 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) |
1,000
|
| Preferred Site Types |
Free Standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center, Regional Mall
|
| Encourages Conversions |
Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? |
No |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? |
No |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth |
2 |
| General Business Experience |
2 |
| Specific Industry Experience |
1 |
| Formal Education |
3 |
| Psychological Profile |
1 |
| Personal Interviews |
2 |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract |
10 |
| Term of Renewal Period |
10 |
| Passive Ownership? |
Not Allowed |
Area Development
Agreements? |
Yes, for 10 years
|
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? |
No |
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Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months |
52 |
| USA |
Yes, All United States |
| Canada |
Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas |
Yes, All Countries |
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