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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Soft-Temps Worldwide vs 1 800 905 GEEK including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $1,990 - $3,990 | $53,400 - $82,200 |
Franchise Fee | $995 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | $75/mo. | 11% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1999 | 1999 |
Year Franchised | 2002 | 2001 |
Term Of Agreement | 7 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 7 years | - |
Renewal Fee | $500 | - |
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 | No/Yes |
Start-up Costs | No/No | No/Yes |
Equipment | No/No | No/Yes |
Inventory | No/No | No/Yes |
Receivables | No/No | No/No |
Payroll | No/No | No/No |
Training & Support |
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Training | Online training available | - |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | - |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media | - |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. 15% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | No |
International Expansion | Yes | No |
NO LONGER AVAILABLE
Training Available:
At central command
At neighborhood area
Support Available:
Bulletin
Gatherings
Web
Acquiring cooperatives
Business Start Date: 1999
Depiction: Soft-Temps gives a wide exhibit of PC administrations, including PC support and establishments, and also across the nation areas.
In addition to being one of the most popular on-site computer-support companies in the nation, 1 800 905 GEEK (a Geeks On Call Company) was named the #1 new franchise company in America by Entrepreneur Magazine (January 2006 issue). The services offered by 1 800 905 GEEK include computer privacy and security solutions, installations of hardware and wireless networks, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and consulting. The company's certified, trained, and tested technicians drive Chrysler PT Cruisers wrapped in the 1 800 905 GEEK logo. Founded in 1999, 1 800 905 GEEK began franchising in 2001 and today has over 300 franchises operating nationwide. For more information, visit www.1800905GEEK.com. All 1 800 905 GEEK franchises are independently owned and operated. �2007 Geeks On Call America, Inc.