Hardee's Franchise
Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 12:28AM Burgers, chicken & biscuits
When you become a Hardee's ® franchisee, you're teaming up with one of the largest, most experienced restaurant companies around. CKE Restaurants has a coast-to-coast presence with more than 3,200 restaurants and a solid track record in quick-service restaurant experience.
Carl's Jr. restaurants have been a well-established West Coast favorite for more than 60 years. Hardee's is known for its strong heritage and popular line of 100% Angus beef Thickburgers™. La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill excels in serving fresh, quality Mexican recipes in a fast-casual contemporary setting. Put them all together and you'll find plenty of potential for growth and success.
All three of our brands are now expanding, which adds up to a healthy opportunity for the right entrepreneur. We are a supportive business partner dedicated to our franchise business owners' success. So if you have the ability to manage both people and finances, we invite you to explore the possibilities with each of our brands.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a Hardee's Franchises?
Total Cost: $1,100,000 USD -$1,500,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $25,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 4%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: Not Available
Term of Agreement: 20 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: Varies
Contact Information for Hardee's
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Phone Number: (805)745-7842 |
Hardee's In the Press
No results at this time.Historical Expansion
In what year did Hardee's begin operations? 1961
When did Hardee's begin selling franchises? 1962
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2005 1257 0 143 721 2004 0 0 0 0 2003 1281 0 144 729 2002 1504 0 144 742 2001 1419 0 184 923
Future Expansion
United States: Mid West, North East, North West, South, South East,
Countries of Interest:
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
Training
Available at franchisee's location, 8 weeks management training & at grand opening
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising support
Franchise Operation Restrictions
Franchise business owners required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.
Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees.
Qualifications & Business Experience
Business Experience:
Industry experience General business experience Preferable operational experience in a restaurant, but will consider people who have owned their own business
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