The Visual Image vs Fotoquick Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
The Visual Image Franchise
Fotoquick Franchise
Investment $37,300 - $37,500$73,144 - $121,850
Franchise Fee $23,500$14,900
Royalty Fee 07%
Advertising Fee -2%local+1%Nat'l
Year Founded 1984-
Year Franchised 1994-
Term Of Agreement 3 years5 years +5+5+5
Term Of Agreement 3 years5 years +5+5+5
Renewal Fee $2K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
The Visual Image Franchise
Fotoquick Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • People skills; sales skills
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    Financing Options
     
    The Visual Image Franchise
    Fotoquick Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment Yes/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    The Visual Image Franchise
    Fotoquick Franchise
    Training -You will participate in an initial training course of 2 weeks. The initial program will focus on all aspects of the Fotoquick Franchise System and is comprised of classroom and on-the-job training. This training is in addition to the 5 days on-site opening assistance we provide you.
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    20% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 2

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    The Visual Image Franchise
    Fotoquick Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About The Visual Image

    Paul Holman founded Visual Image in 1984 after leaving his job as a photographer with a small portrait company. Intent on building a business that would give him the creative freedom he wanted, Paul joined forces with his brother, Donald, and formed the Visual Image Inc. franchise company in 1994. The private company has more than 17 locations throughout the United States and is based in Maryville, Tennessee.

    About Fotoquick

    If you are looking for a successful brand, an uncomplicated quick start-up business and an organization that provides support every step of the way, Fotoquick Franchise is the right way to be your own boss. Establishing your own business is a serious commitment - why not have fun while taking charge of your future?
    Fotoquick operations are easy to manage and our creative approach to selling photographic gifts makes the job an enjoyable one. With Fotoquick Franchise you will be in business for yourself, not by yourself. You will feel proud of being part of a strong brand network and a supportive team that will provide assistance and guidance when needed. We are completely invested in building long lasting relationships that benefit our members and help us build the largest brand of photo gifts nationwide. Major malls in cities across Florida have shown interest in having Fotoquick carts and kiosks at their locations. They are looking forward to hearing from us. For an available location in your area please contact us. If our innovative business concept interests you and you would like to know more about this opportunity, contact us. We will send you detailed franchise information along with everything you need to know to purchase a Fotoquick Franchise. For additional questions please call us at 1-877-FOTOQUICK.