USA Baby Franchise
Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 04:35PM Juvenile accessories and furniture
USA Baby was founded in 1975 by Alan Levine. It began franchising in 1986 and the chain now includes international locations. USA Baby offers more than 2,000 USD items for infant and child care. The privately held company is based in Elmhurst, Illinois.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a USA Baby Franchises?
Total Cost: $344,000 USD -$650,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $23,400-$60,200
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 3%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Contact Information for USA Baby
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USA Baby |
Phone Number: (630)652-0600 |
USA Baby In the Press
No results at this time.Historical Expansion
In what year did USA Baby begin operations? 1975
When did USA Baby begin selling franchises? 1986
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2007 69 0 1 0 2005 66 0 1 0 2004 61 0 3 0 2003 63 0 3 0 2002 59 0 3 0 2001 53 0 2 0
Future Expansion
Countries of Interest: Canada, Mexico,
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 No 3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): regional & national commercial lenders
Training & Support
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Ad slicks, Regional advertising support
Franchise Operation Restrictions
10% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8
Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)
Qualifications & Business Experience
Business Experience:
General business experience
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