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| Carpet Network 109 Gaither Dr., # 302 Mount Laurel, NJ 08054-1704 |
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Business Description
We believe some decisions are better made at home! Our "Traveling Floor and Window Store" concept is coupled with a state-of-the-art mobile van . . . made bigger and better to accommodate a full spectrum of merchandise for your home-based clients. Our customers view thousands of carpet, floor and window selections from the comfort of their homes. The friendliness of the home shopping experience allows for both long-term relationships and higher closing rates. We simply aim to please! Our thorough training programs, proven business systems, twenty-four hour Intranet site, and Home Office monitored support line provide you with the tools you need to build a successful, growth oriented business in your own market.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1991
Franchising Since: 1992
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 1 Full-time, 1 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites:
Other Sites: (Mobile) HB, WH
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
We believe some decisions are better made at home! Our "Traveling Floor and Window Store" concept is coupled with a state-of-the-art mobile van . . . made bigger and better to accommodate a full spectrum of merchandise for your home-based clients. Our customers view thousands of carpet, floor and window selections from the comfort of their homes. The friendliness of the home shopping experience allows for both long-term relationships and higher closing rates. We simply aim to please! Our thorough training programs, proven business systems, twenty-four hour Intranet site, and Home Office monitored support line provide you with the tools you need to build a successful, growth oriented business in your own market.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1991
Franchising Since: 1992
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 46 | 100% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 46 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Minnesota | 4 |
| 2. New Jersey | 8 |
| 3. Pennsylvania | 7 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $100K |
| Cash Investment: | $50.5K |
| Total Investment: | $50.5-70K |
| Average Total Investment: | $60K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $29.5K + start-up costs of 15K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $44K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 2-7% |
| Average Royalty: | 4% |
| Advertising Fee: | $165/Mo. |
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites:
Other Sites: (Mobile) HB, WH
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 5 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 5 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 3 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 3 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 5 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 15 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 15 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | No | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 7 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Site Signs, Trade Show Exhibits | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | Newsletter, Press Releases, Sales Strategies | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Home Study | 2 Weeks | ||||||||
| 2. Mt. Laurel, NJ Home Office | 1 Week | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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