SportsXpress vs N2 Publishing Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of SportsXpress vs N2 Publishing including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
SportsXpress Franchise
N2 Publishing Franchise
Investment $15,000 - And Up$975 - $9,800
Franchise Fee $15,000$570
Royalty Fee 10% which includes a 2% towards training fund15%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded -2004
Year Franchised -2016
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
SportsXpress Franchise
N2 Publishing Franchise
Experience * Passion for sports * Strong people skills * Small financial investment-

Financing Options

 
SportsXpress Franchise
N2 Publishing Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
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Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
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Training & Support

 
SportsXpress Franchise
N2 Publishing Franchise
Training - Classroom Training: 16 hours
Support -Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Online Support Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising ocial media
Operations --

Expansion Plans

 
SportsXpress Franchise
N2 Publishing Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About SportsXpress

SportsXpress is a grassroots, multi-media publishing platform dedicated exclusively to the community sports lifestyle! We’re all about the athletes, their teams, coaches, families, volunteers and fans. We publish real life stories and include all ages and skill levels.

Our business plan was derived from the evident lack of coverage of local organized sports. Through discussions with numerous groups and associations we also discovered those involved in local sports view it as more of a "lifestyle" - an important part of their identity. Later, we discovered the local sports scene is one of the largest lifestyle segments in any community and across the country.

In the spring of 2008 we launched a test model and have been developing the playbook ever since.

We are excited to invite you to be a part of this distinct lifestyle - one that we call a “hidden economy”, and look forward to working with you on developing your winning game plan.

About N2 Publishing

N2 Publishing’s story began when two friends acknowledged they wanted more from life. More time to spend with their young, growing families. More financial freedom and control. More of their personal beliefs and values reflected in a brand. More opportunities and rewards for hard-working team members.
We create customized, high-quality publications for members of exclusive communities so that, through resident-submitted stories and photos shared within, they can learn about their neighbors. The result: highly-anticipated monthly publications that echo the distinct voice of the neighborhood and reflect the community itself.

Why Print?
N2 Publishing’s consistent growth rate has landed us on the Inc. 5000 for seven consecutive years. But despite our progress, the digital era still has people wondering why N2 Publishing chooses to build our business in a traditional industry. So, here’s the easy answer: Print works for us. And, more importantly, it works for our partners and it’s what our residents want.
The feel. The smell. The look. The sound. Print engages the senses in a way digital never will. It offers the eyes a much-needed screen break. It’s a simple tool… no threat of viruses and no dependency on wifi to be kept up to date on local stories. For our advertisers, print’s audience is controlled, intentional, and specific in a way that other advertising opportunities can’t be. And printed products are lasting, which means N2 Publishing remains on the coffee tables of residents for as long as they like.

Want more out of your work life? At N2 Publishing, we're as much about getting the job done as we are about making time to spend with loved ones and following the passions outside of work. If this sounds like the "more" you're missing, we'd love to meet you.