Goin' Postal vs Relay Express Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Goin' Postal Franchise
Relay Express Franchise
Investment $46,750 - $109,500$84,550 - $298,000
Franchise Fee $15,000$30,000
Royalty Fee $200/month5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20021986
Year Franchised 20042006
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Goin' Postal Franchise
Relay Express Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Goin' Postal Franchise
Relay Express 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
 
Goin' Postal Franchise
Relay Express Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Goin' Postal Franchise
Relay Express Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Goin' Postal

What makes Goin' Postal different from all the other shipping store franchise chains? *Amazing customer service . *Attention to detail. *A family business attitude. *Super name, logo and product recognition. *As a small organization, we can adapt quickly to changes in the marketplace. *As part of our business building practices, we are constantly developing new products and services *Innovative services such as our mobile shipping stores. *Currently the initial investment required to open a Goin' Postal is approximately 25% of our competitors' shipping stores. *Unlike the other large franchise operations, we are in the shipping business, not just in the business of selling franchises. *But most important of all is the flexibility that you will enjoy with Goin' Postal. *Superb continuing education materials, support, guidance, access to our creative promotions staff, and assistance from the entire caring, professional GPFC staff. *Our growth rate is accelerating. *Now we are achieving major name recognition, why would anyone pay around a quarter of a million dollars or more for exactly the same thing they can achieve that with approximately $40,000 total? You get far more than you pay for when you go with Goin' Postal!

About Relay Express

 Relay Express, established in 1986, is a Logistical Solutions Provider specializing in logistical warehousing, inventory management, cross-dock distribution, first mile and final mile delivery, and on-demand transportation needs. With locations throughout the Midwest, Relay Express is positioned to provide warehousing, local pick-up and delivery, and a variety of on-demand solutions on short notice.
 
Now, you can start a courier service business by becoming part of the Relay Express team when you open your own courier and delivery service franchise!Relay Express is the premier franchise opportunity in the $22 BILLION dollar (and growing!) courier and delivery business! In fact, we were just recognized by franchise expert Candee Wilde in the September issue of "INC." Magazine as one of the leading business service franchise opportunities in the country! The changes in the business marketplace including "just-in-time" manufacturing, outsourcing and growth of online purchasing, just to name a few factors, have contributed to the growth of the delivery and courier business. Relay Express has developed a delivery and courier service business known for dependability and efficiency. Our customers have always enjoyed the professional service we offer.