DirectBuy vs Liptak Digital Services Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of DirectBuy vs Liptak Digital Services including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
DirectBuy Franchise
Liptak Digital Services Franchise
Investment $359,000 - $904,000$60,700 - $73,400
Franchise Fee $75,000$49,500
Royalty Fee 22%-
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 1971-
Year Franchised 1972-
Term Of Agreement 12 years-
Term Of Agreement 12 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
DirectBuy Franchise
Liptak Digital Services Franchise
Experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    DirectBuy Franchise
    Liptak Digital Services Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    DirectBuy Franchise
    Liptak Digital Services Franchise
    Training At regional meetings

    One week of training at corporate headquarters, including field and classroom training, followed by onsite training and set-up.

    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluations

    We connect you with a regional partner who will train with you in the field initially, and will support you with business leads and consultation on an ongoing basis.
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media-
    Operations 1% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 9 - 12

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    DirectBuy Franchise
    Liptak Digital Services Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About DirectBuy

    James L. Gagan founded UCC TotalHome in 1971 and began franchising the following year. Based in Merrillville, Indiana, the private company has over 90 locations throughout North America. DirectBuy began with a vision. It was a vision of liberating consumers from the high cost of retail buying; of allowing consumers to buy goods for their homes at manufacturer direct prices plus freight, handling and sales tax; of restoring to families the opportunity to buy the things they need and want at prices they could afford. That was over three decades ago. Today, the vision has materialized into an exceptional opportunity for DirectBuy franchise owners. We provide a proven, replicable system that allows them to realize the results and rewards of their business quickly. DirectBuy is the largest, most successful business of its kind in North America. For homeowners, remodelers and families in general, our centers are a very significant channel of alternative purchasing in North America.

    About Liptak Digital Services

    Own a Computer Consulting Business in High-Growth Niche Markets! Right now the dental industry is experiencing a massive digital migration. At present, 30% of dentists are using digital x-ray and that number is expected to grow to a full 100% within five years. What this means is that dentally trained computer consultants are in high demand! Liptak Digital provides training on all facets of dental technology including; imaging software, digital x-ray, intra-oral cameras, sensors and more. We are seeking individuals who want to own a computer consulting business in niche markets (dental, veterinary and medical) that are experiencing explosive growth!
    Is Liptak a Good Fit for You? * Do you have 5 years management experience? * Do you want to own and operate a business that manages computer consultants? * No computer/IT background necessary! * We will help find, screen & train your staff * Strong scalability!