Postal Annex+ vs XDP Express UK Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Postal Annex+ vs XDP Express UK including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Postal Annex+ Franchise
XDP Express UK Franchise
Investment $35,525 - $244,350$70,000 - $80,000
Franchise Fee $29,950N/A
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 19851996
Year Franchised 19860
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee $3.5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Postal Annex+ Franchise
XDP Express UK Franchise
Experience
  • Must speak English
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    Financing Options
     
    Postal Annex+ Franchise
    XDP Express UK Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Postal Annex+ Franchise
    XDP Express UK Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 32 hours Classroom Training: 80 hours Additional Training: At regional conferences -
    Support Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet PlatformXDP is committed to delivering the highest standards of on-going support to its franchisees. The XDP partnership succeeds due to the combined strengths of both the franchisor and franchisee. XDP will continue to seek out new business opportunities, whilst our franchisees continue to provide local service excellence. XDP has a regional support structure for all its members and this includes sales development and commercial advice. Because XDP is a growing franchise business - last years turnover was in excess of �15 million - it brings immediate business to new franchisees from day one. Every franchise area enjoys regular deliveries supplied by XDP. This 'Kick Start' is particularly valuable for new franchisees. The XDP support structure and network will ensure regular encouragement and ideas to help your business. On-going support will include help with sales promotion programmes and innovative marketing schemes, all designed around increasing your sales and profits.
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app-
    Operations 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (96% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Postal Annex+ Franchise
    XDP Express UK Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Postal Annex+

    While working as a consultant during retirement, Jack Lentz found a need for occasional access to copy and fax machines, packaging facilities and mail services. Frustrated when he couldn't find a store that offered the services he needed, Lentz decided to open his own.
    In 1985, he opened the first PostalAnnex+ location near San Diego, California.
    In addition to offering the business services Lentz required, PostalAnnex+ stores rent postal boxes and handle packaging and shipping.
    Stores also sell greeting cards and office supplies.
    • Commercial Center: $99,700 to $172,750
    • Commercial Center-Conversion: $35,525 to $147,975

    It's your package, your choice.
    Veteran Incentives  20% off franchise fee
    "Entrepreneur
    #216 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #231 in Franchise 500 for 2021.




    About XDP Express UK

    XDP was formed in 1995 and has since grown to be the largest privately owned parcel carrier in the UK, and has built a reputation for reliability and quality of service. With a team of over 500 and with a franchise network in excess of 60 depots nationwide, our reputation for customer focused logistics has gone from strength to strength.
    As an XDP franchisee you will have the most comprehensive induction training to ensure the best possible start and every opportunity to succeed. You receive two weeks comprehensive franchise training covering all aspects of the business and how it operates, and how it can be developed to maximize the revenue you receive. Because of the thoroughness of our training programme you need not have any previous experience of transport, however you need to be totally committed to providing the highest possible standards of service and reliability to customer as well as having the confidence to sell your products and services. Every new XDP franchisee, whether buying an existing franchise or new start up must complete the XDP programme, which covers all aspects of the network, operating and reporting systems, health and safety matters, terms and conditions of carriage, sales promotion and business development, customer care, time management and financial controls. In short every single aspect of running your own franchise business is covered.