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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Stork News of America vs Xtreme Fuel Treatment including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $11,530 - $75,700 | $49 |
Franchise Fee | $8,000 - $13,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | $800-1.2K/yr. | 14.95/mo. website |
Advertising Fee | - | 0 |
Year Founded | 1983 | 1967 |
Year Franchised | 1984 | 1972 |
Term Of Agreement | 1 year | - |
Term Of Agreement | 1 year | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | Available at franchisee's location | On the job, video |
Support | Newsletter, Toll-free phone line, Internet | Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, meetings, phone |
Marketing | Co-op advertising | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show, Exhibits, Videos |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 2
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | The operations of the Sample Franchise are quite mysterious. No one really knows what this company does. really they dont |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | No |
Canada Expansion | No | No |
International Expansion | Yes | No |
Stork News of America Inc. was founded in 1983 and began franchising in 1984. It has more than 135 locations in the United States and Canada. Stork News has an arrangement with Babies 'R' Us that places Stork News displays in all Babies 'R' Us units that are located in an area where a Stork News franchisee is present, thus offering franchisees automatic advertising. Stork News of America is based in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
XFT is a comprehensive fuel additive that provides 4 key benefits: improved fuel economy, prolonged engine life, reduced emissions, and increased performance. It comes in a convenient bottle with a built-in measuring device making it easy to put in the required amount of product. Just squeeze in the right amount, pour it in your tank, and enjoy the benefits! 1/4 ounce (7.5 mL) of XFT treats up to 20 gallons (75 L) of fuel so choose the size that fits your needs.