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Minuteman Press Franchise

Full-service printing center

Minuteman Press was founded in 1973 as Minuteman Press Corp. In 1975 it was incorporated as Minuteman Press International Inc. and began franchising. The company is based in Farmingdale, New York, and has more than 800 locations in the United States and internationally. Speedy Sign-A-Rama is an affiliate of Minuteman.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Minuteman Press Franchises?

Total Cost: $72,700-$243,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $44,500
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 6%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: Not Available
Term of Agreement: 35 years

Contact Information for Minuteman Press

Minuteman Press International Inc.
61 Executive Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY
11735

Phone Number: (631)249-1370
Toll Free: (800)645-3006
Fax Number: (631)249-5618

Franchise Homepage:

Minuteman Press In the Press

No results at this time.

Historical Expansion

In what year did Minuteman Press begin operations? 1973
When did Minuteman Press begin selling franchises? 1975

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2005 727 63 125 0
2004 717 60 125 0
2003 714 60 110 0
2002 693 60 110 0
2001 731 59 99 0

Future Expansion

Countries of Interest: Canada, Western Europe,

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 Yes
Inventory No No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): Citicorp-SBA

Training & Support

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

Franchise Operation Restrictions

1% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3

98% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators

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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