Allegra Network Franchise
Monday, April 26, 2010 at 08:06PM Full-service printing center
Founded in 1976, Northville, Michigan-based Allegra Network provides full-color printing, graphic design services, electronic publishing, digital color copying and online file transfer. The company, which acquired Insty-Prints franchise system in January 2002, operates in the U.S. as Allegra Print & Imaging, American Speedy Printing Centers, Insty-Prints, Instant Copy, and Quik Print. In Canada its centers are known as Allegra Print & Imaging, Speedy Printing Centers and Zippy Print. Allegra Network also has locations in Japan and Poland.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a Allegra Network Franchises?
Total Cost: $159,000 USD -$466,900
Total Franchise Fees: $30,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 3.6-6%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: Not Available
Term of Agreement: 20 years
Contact Information for Allegra Network
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Allegra Network |
Phone Number: (248)596-8613 |
Allegra Network In the Press
No results at this time.Historical Expansion
In what year did Allegra Network begin operations? 1976
When did Allegra Network begin selling franchises? 1977
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2005 375 41 8 0 2004 422 31 8 0 2003 437 31 11 0 2002 482 35 10 0 2001 317 39 1 0
Future Expansion
Countries of Interest: Canada,
Franchise Financing Information
Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available? Franchise Fee No Yes Initial Start-up Capital No Yes Plant, Property, and Equipment No Yes Inventory No Yes Accounts Receivable No Yes Payroll No Yes
Training & Support
Training
Ongoing training available in all areas
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Field support and site evaluation
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising support
Franchise Operation Restrictions
15% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4
Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)
Qualifications & Business Experience
Business Experience:
Sales/marketing/business experience preferred but not required
Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information
Can you buy this franchise for no money down? YesPlease note: You must download a free copy of Franchise Analyzer Professional to receive these benefits and so much more. Click here to download your FREE copy now.
What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes