Merkinstock
Merkinstock
P. O. Box 12488
Oakland, CA 94604
800#:
Tel: (510) 839-5462
Fax: (510) 839-2104
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.merkinstock.com
Contact: Mr. Jeffrey A. Elder, President
World's largest selection of merkins - both natural and synthetic. Over 35 models, 15 color selections. Custom fitting in discrete environment. Also custom dyeing. Guaranteed satisfaction. 15 stores in Far East and Europe prove that concept is ripe for aggressive expansion into the U. S. market. Looking for entrepreneurs with the desire to succeed.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1992
First Franchise: 1995
Franchise Units: 52
Company-Owned Units: 7
Total Units: 59
Distribution:
U.S. -- 42;
Canada -- 2;
International -- 15
-North America -- Operations in 2 States, 1 Province
-States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 2 in CA, 1 in NV
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 10
Franchisee Qualifications: 3, 5, 4, 2, 3, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: CA (Click here for an explanation)
Average Number of Employees: 2 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,200 SF; FS, SC, RM
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Encourage Conversion: Yes
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $90K
Total Investment: $150K
Average Total Investment: $150.0K
Minimum Net Worth: $250K
Fees:
-Franchise: $20K
-Average Franchise Fee: $20.0K
-Royalty: 6%
-Average Royalty: 6.0%
-Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 15/15
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements: Yes/15
Sub-Franchising Contracts: Yes
Expand In Territory: No
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Financial Assistance: Yes(D)
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
International Franchise Association:
Canadian Franchise Association:
Franchisee Association / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 4
On-Going Support: a,B,C,D,E,f,G,G,I (Click here for an explanation)
Training: 3 Weeks Headquarters; 2 Weeks On-Site; On-Going.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: All Canada
Overseas: All Countries
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