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Wireless Zone Franchise

Wireless communications store

A Solid Support System

SupportAt Wireless Zone, you are not alone. Below are some of the benefits our franchise business owners receive:

* Store Planning & Built Out - From permits to installation. Our build-out team then makes all the arrangements from store setup deliveries to placing the initial inventory order.

* Training- To help you become your local wireless professional, training is held at Wireless Zone University in Middletown, CT for two weeks, supplemented by one week of in-store training at a Wireless Zone authorized training center, and a fourth week at your store.

* Warehouse- Whether it's a huge order or a small purchase, our Central Warehouse can save our franchise business owners money, time and aggravation, leaving them free to run their businesses.

* Customer Service Support- The customer service team is the front line of communication for both franchise business owners and customers. For your customers' purposes, this department fields the calls from our 1-866-WZHELPS line in order to ensure satisfaction with your store.

* HR Department- Any employer faces a myriad of federal, state and local laws ranging from minimum wage to treatment of their employees. Our HR department can serve as a resource to help franchise business owners understand and comply with these requirements.

* In-house Ad Agency - AdOne creates and/or places advertising in all forms of media as part of our support of Wireless Zone franchise business owners. They also manage carrier co-op programs and manufacturer market development programs.

* WebSite- Through our Franchisee Portal, you will have the ability to update your stores own webpage. List directions with Google Maps, contact info, store hours, store specials and upload pictures of your store. Click here to see an example www.wirelesszone.com/blaine

* Field Support - A Director of Stores (DOS) will assist you with ongoing operational support and function as your local business consultant. We have field support staff in each region who regularly visit stores to review performance and advertising strategies, discuss best practices, provide updates on technology, and consult with our franchise business owners on ways to enhance their businesses. At Wireless Zone, you are not alone.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Wireless Zone Franchises?

Total Cost: $65,250-$193,500
Total Franchise Fees: $1,000 USD -$30,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: Varies
Ongoing Advertising Fees: Not Available
Term of Agreement: 7 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: $7.5K

Contact Information for Wireless Zone

Wireless Zone
34 Industrial Park Pl.
Middletown, CT
06457

Phone Number: (860)632-9494
Fax Number: (860)632-9343

Franchise Homepage:

Wireless Zone In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did Wireless Zone begin operations? 1988
When did Wireless Zone begin selling franchises? 1989

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2005 247 0 0 0
2004 227 0 0 0
2003 156 0 0 1
2002 144 0 0 5
2001 130 0 0 2

Future Expansion

United States: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, Vermont,

Franchise Financing Information

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

Other Sources for Financing: Grand opening support ad campaign

Training & Support

Training
Available at headquarters
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Field support and site evaluation
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising support

Franchise Operation Restrictions

25% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4

Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

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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