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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Air Traffic vs HomeGamers including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $166,200 | $250,000 - $550,000 |
Franchise Fee | $30,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 5% | - |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1993 | - |
Year Franchised | 2003 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | $5K | - |
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 | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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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) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
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.
When you join a franchise system, you own your own business, but you are never on your own. You can count on us to be there to help you with everything: from professional store layout and design, to the ultimate product selection, to start-up and ongoing training we've got you covered! We provide the support you need to open and operate your HomeGamers business: * Complete training at headquarters, plus start-up and ongoing assistance at your location. * Established procedures and standards for running your retail business. * Guidance with securing your location and designing your store. * Unbeatable product knowledge and approved suppliers to ensure you carry the best * selection and most desirable inventory for your customers. * Creative marketing assistance, including already developed fliers, postcards, and other materials, to help build your business right from the start. * Presence on the HomeGamers comprehensive website. * …and much more!