Just-A-Buck Franchise
Monday, April 26, 2010 at 07:11AM Dollar store
Based in Poughkeepsie, New York, Just A Buck started in 1988 and began franchising in 1992. Just-A-Buck sells children's games and toys, gifts, packaged goods, hardware, housewares, books, candy, collectibles, baskets, personal care products, greeting cards and costume jewelry, all priced at $1.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a Just-A-Buck Franchises?
Total Cost: $140,000 USD -$250,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $25,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 4%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Contact Information for Just-A-Buck
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Just-A-Buck |
Phone Number: (845)638-4111 |
Just-A-Buck In the Press
No results at this time.Historical Expansion
In what year did Just-A-Buck begin operations? 1988
When did Just-A-Buck begin selling franchises? 1992
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2005 37 0 0 11 2004 33 0 0 10 2003 36 0 0 10 2002 34 0 0 10 2001 25 0 0 10
Future Expansion
United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia, Wyoming,
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 No Payroll No Yes 3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): CIT Small Business Lending
Training & Support
Support
In the Pressletter, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Ad slicks
Franchise Operation Restrictions
20% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6
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