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Apr282010

Complete Music Franchise

Disc jockey service for weddings, parties and other events

Bands used to be the only option for wedding entertainment. That began changing in the mid-1970s, about the time Gerald Maas founded Complete Music in Omaha, Nebraska. From his first performance at his sister's wedding reception, Maas has seen his company expand into a nationwide operation.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Complete Music Franchises?

Total Cost: $19,800-$33,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $12,000 USD -$20,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 6.5-8%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years

Contact Information for Complete Music

Complete Music
7877 L St.
Omaha, NE
68127

Phone Number: (402)339-0001
Toll Free: (800)843-3866
Fax Number: (402)898-1777

Franchise Homepage:

Historical Expansion

In what year did Complete Music begin operations? 1974
When did Complete Music begin selling franchises? 1983

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2005 161 2 0 1
2004 159 2 0 1
2003 159 2 0 1
2002 155 2 0 1
2001 148 4 0 1

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 No
Plant, Property, and Equipment Yes No
Inventory No No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Training & Support

Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation
Marketing
Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising support

Franchise Operation Restrictions

This franchise can be run as a home based business franchise.

40% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 50

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:
  • General business experience
  • Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information

    Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
    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
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