White Hen Pantry Franchise

Convenience store

White Hen Pantry Inc. was founded in 1965 and began franchising that same year. The Elmhurst, Illinois-based company has more than 280 locations in the United States.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a White Hen Pantry Franchises?

Total Cost: $52,400-$225,200
Total Franchise Fees: $30,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: Varies
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years

Contact Information for White Hen Pantry

White Hen Pantry 3003 Butterfield Rd. Oak Brook, IL 60526

Phone Number: (630)366-3100 Toll Free: (800)726-8791 Fax Number: (630)371-4859 Franchise Homepage:

White Hen Pantry In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did White Hen Pantry begin operations? 1965
When did White Hen Pantry begin selling franchises? 1965

Year	United States	Canada	International	Corporate
2003	218	0	0	16
2002	277	0	0	18
2001	282	0	0	13
2000	288	0	0	2
1999	298	0	0	2

Future Expansion

United States: Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, New Hampshire,

Franchise Financing Information

Cost	In House Financing Available?	3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee	Yes	No
Initial Start-up Capital	Yes	No
Plant, Property, and Equipment	No	No
Inventory	Yes	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Grand opening support, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives

Franchise Operation Restrictions

10% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 15

Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees.

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

Industry experience

General business experience

Jason Rager'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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