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Thursday
Jun032010

Treats Franchise

Bakery and coffee shop

Micro-bakery concept, featuring gourmet and specialty coffees and fresh-baked, on-site baked goods, including muffins, cookies and bagels. Three concept variations are available: TREATS BAKERY (~400 SF) serves the base menu offering; TREATS CAFE (~1,200 SF) also serves sandwiches (baguettes), soups and salads; TREATS COFFEE EMPORIUM (~1,200 SF) also offers coffee beans, coffee-related merchandise and sandwiches.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Treats Franchises?

Total Cost: $121,000 USD -$260,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $25,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 7%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: 1%

Contact Information for Treats

Treats
201 - 1550A Laperriere Avenue
Ottawa, ON
K1Z 7T2

Phone Number: (613) 563-4073
Toll Free: (800) 461-4003
Fax Number: (613) 563-1982

Franchise Homepage:

Historical Expansion

In what year did Treats begin operations? 1977
When did Treats begin selling franchises? 1979

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2008 5 92 0 3

Future Expansion

United States: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia

Countries of Interest: Brazil, Canada, Chile

Training & Support

Training
1. Training Center 2 Weeks


2. On-Site

Support
Central Purchasing


Field Operation Evaluation


Field Training


Initial Store Opening


Franchisee In the Pressletter


Regional or National Meetings


800 Telephone Hotline

Franchise Operation Restrictions

Average Number of Employees: 3 Full-time, 2 Part-time

Passive Ownership: Allowed, But Discouraged

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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