Straight Shot Express vs Packaging Store Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Straight Shot Express vs Packaging Store including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Straight Shot Express Franchise
Packaging Store Franchise
Investment N/A$35,525 - $172,750
Franchise Fee N/A$29,900
Royalty Fee -5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded -1980
Year Franchised -1984
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Straight Shot Express Franchise
Packaging Store Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Straight Shot Express Franchise
Packaging Store Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support

 
Straight Shot Express Franchise
Packaging Store Franchise
Training --
Support * Pre-Approved SBA Financing * Straight Shot Express Brand Name and Logo * Straight Shot Express Operating System * 2-Weeks of Operations Training and Manual * Mapping and Tracking Software * Ongoing Field Support * Marketing and Advertising Programs * Vehicle and Uniform Discounts * Site Selection and Lease Negotiation-
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans

 
Straight Shot Express Franchise
Packaging Store Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Straight Shot Express

NO LONGER FRANCHISING

About Packaging Store

The Packaging Store brand is a member of the Annex Brands, Inc. network. Based out of San Diego, California, Annex Brands operates brands including: PostalAnnex+ and Sunshine Pack & Ship retail stores, Handle With Care:The Packaging Store retail and commercial locations, and Sunshine Moving. With over 20 years experience in the shipping industry, Annex Brands has over 400 locations in 35 states.

  • Commercial Center: $99,700 to $172,750
  • Commercial Center-Conversion: $35,525 to $147,975