Unishippers Franchise
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 10:56AM Discounted overnight air-express service and heavy freight shipping
Unishippers was founded in 1987 and began franchising that same year. The company is a partner with dozens of national and regional shipping carriers such as Airborne Express, DHL, Roadway Express and BAX Global. Currently there are no new franchise units available in the U.S., however, resale units are available. Master franchises are available in Canada and the Pacific Rim.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a Unishippers Franchises?
Total Cost: $31,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $10,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 16.5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 5 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: $5K
Contact Information for Unishippers
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Unishippers |
Phone Number: (801)487-0600 |
Unishippers In the Press
No results at this time.Historical Expansion
In what year did Unishippers begin operations? 1987
When did Unishippers begin selling franchises? 1987
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2004 284 0 0 0 2003 284 0 13 0 2002 295 0 11 0 2001 295 0 6 0 2000 295 0 2 0
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
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, National media
Franchise Operation Restrictions
This franchise can be run as a home based business franchise.International franchise business owners required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 40% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (97% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)
Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information
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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