Air Traffic vs Game X Change Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Air Traffic vs Game X Change including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Air Traffic Franchise
Game X Change Franchise
Investment $166,200$150,000 - $200,000
Franchise Fee $30,000N/A
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19931992
Year Franchised 20031994
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Air Traffic Franchise
Game X Change Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Must enjoy toys/games
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    Financing Options
     
    Air Traffic Franchise
    Game X Change Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Air Traffic Franchise
    Game X Change Franchise
    Training --
    Support Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising-
    Operations 100% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 10

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Air Traffic Franchise
    Game X Change Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Air Traffic

    Air Traffic Stores are an exciting new franchise concept that creates an interactive environment for customers to shop and play at the same time.Air Traffic created a unique niche in the billion-dollar toy and game industry. Popular brand names, product ties to the entertainment industry, and millions of marketing dollars create excitement about the product and ring the register at your store. At Air Traffic our #1 objective is to develop a team between our franchisee and our retail support staff. This team will work together to maximize the profitability of the store.

    About Game X Change

    GAME X CHANGE is one of the longest running video game operations in the U.S. Our stores meet the expectations of today's value-conscious consumers to provide a unique, upscale opportunity to buy, sell and trade their Video Games, Movies, Skate Equipment and Small Electronics. We offer the customer a diverse product mix of new and used games, movies, hard skate goods and accessories from the venerable Nintendo and Atari to the latest cutting edge machines such as the Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii and Sony Playstation 3 in a customer friendly atmosphere. We are dedicated to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate your franchise store. Our comprehensive selection of preferred vendors help make the Game X Change family member uniquely well supported. We strive to provide you unrivaled franchise support. We work hand in hand with you throughout the process to:

  •  select and secure your location
  •  assist in lease negotiations
  •  design your store layout
  •  set your initial inventory and fixtures
  •  train you to operate your store
  •  attend your grand opening
  •  provide follow-up assistance and coaching 
  • Our gaming specific easy-to-use state of the art Point of Sale software, comprehensive training program, and ongoing coaching and support allow you to launch and operate your business with confidence. Whether it's one store or multiple stores throughout a territory, we have proven operational models. Take the first step toward owning your video game franchise by contacting us.