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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of SENIOR Magazine vs The Scout Guide including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $44,200 - $56,000 | $63,500 - $70,000 |
Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $50,000 |
Royalty Fee | - | 10% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | - | 2011 |
Year Franchised | - | 2013 |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | management, personnel development, and sales skills | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | -/- | -/- |
Start-up Costs | -/- | -/- |
Equipment | -/- | -/- |
Inventory | -/- | -/- |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
Payroll | -/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | Each new franchise owner is required to attend a 3 day training program at the SENIOR Magazine Support Center in Colorado Springs, CO and a minimum of 2 days in your exclusive territory. | Classroom Training: 15 hours |
Support | - | Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations |
Marketing | - | National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Email marketing |
Operations | You service your clients and we publish your magazine. We provide you with all the tools necessary to identify potential clients and sell ads. We provide the templates, design your ads, layout the articles and magazine, provide the cover story, print your magazine, and have it mailed to your reader list. By keeping all of the design and publishing in house, we maintain the high quality standards SENIOR Magazine demands throughout all markets. | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
The name has been changed to LIVING WELL Magazine
The Scout Guide connects readers with local, independently owned businesses
in their communities. Browse The Scout Guide city guides and search the The Scout Guide
directory on thescoutguide.com to discover excellent small businesses in your hometown and favorite destinations.We are looking for a tastemaker, an influencer, a connector. An advocate, an ambassador for all things local and unique to your city. We are seeking the ultimate insider to join our team of owners, and our movement to support the people who enhance our communities.
For both locals and travelers alike, The Scout Guide provides inspiration and information for living beautifully, living well, and living like an insider - wherever you are.
Want to learn more about owning The Scout Guide in your city?
Attend one of our "Day In the Life" webinars providing real life experiences, expectations, and a glimpse of what this job entails.