Apricot Lane Franchise
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 02:41AM Home decor, fashion accessories, gifts, collectibles
Our Apricot Lane specialty retail stores are part of a Country Visions retail franchise system that specializes in unique gifts, fashion accessories and home décor products.
When you join the Country Visions franchise system, you will benefit from one of the most advanced operational systems in the nation. You will gain access to extensive networking resources, including preferred national vendors who offer our stores volume discounts and exclusive products; marketing support from our in-house advertising; state-of-the-art point of sale, inventory management and computer support systems; and national franchise conventions for direct franchise networking and training. You will also be trained by our professional staff at our Country Visions University in visual merchandising, pricing strategies, customer service, marketing and computer systems, as well as employee motivation and development.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a Apricot Lane Franchises?
Total Cost: $164,900-$350,900
Total Franchise Fees: $25,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 5.5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Contact Information for Apricot Lane
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Apricot Lane |
Phone Number: (707)451-6890 |
Historical Expansion
In what year did Apricot Lane begin operations? 1991
When did Apricot Lane begin selling franchises? 2004
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2005 8 0 0 0 2004 2 0 0 0 2003 Not Available Not Available Not Available 0 2002 Not Available Not Available Not Available 0 2001 Not Available Not Available Not Available 0
Future Expansion
United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming,
Franchise Financing Information
Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available? Franchise Fee No No Initial Start-up Capital No No Plant, Property, and Equipment No No Inventory No No Accounts Receivable No No Payroll No No
Training & Support
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Franchise Operation Restrictions
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 5
Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)
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