The Great Frame Up

The Great Frame Up is one of the fastest growing franchises in the Home Decor Industry specializing in wall decor. Primary offerings include; Ready to hang art, canvas, and art prints and quality custom framing. Our target market of 20,000 households spent an average $1.5 million annually on custom framing alone. SINGLE UNITS AND MARKET UNITS (Main Store & 2 Showrooms) AVAILABLE

WHY The Great Frame Up?

A solid, 40+ year track record
A well-known, respected brand name
A proven operating system
A creative environment
Target customer is virtually every adult in the country
Doesn’t deal in perishables, doesn’t have a high risk factor
Doesn’t require a large staff

AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: All except noted below

HOT Regions/Desirable: All

NOT available: None

Available in Canada: No

International Referrals: No

BACKGROUND

Established: 1971

1st Franchised: 1975

Franchised Units: 183

Company Owned Units: 0

Projected New Units (12 Months): 40

Home Based: No

Absentee ownership available: Yes, may be hands-on owner or passive owner with a manager

Semi-Absentee ownership available: Yes

Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: No

Average number of employees required: 1 FT (Owner/Operator) and 60 labor hours (includes framer)

E2 Visa Friendly: No

FINANCIAL DETAILS

Franchise Fee: $30,000

Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: No

Total Investment: $138,450 - $228,200

Minimum Net Worth: $200,000

Royalty: 6%

Ad: 2%

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes, Third Party

SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED
Training and support program details:

Comprehensive 10 day training in St. Louis, MO covers all aspects of operating the business, in-store training, and on-going support, plus Grand Opening assistance and quarterly store visits.

Site Selection Assistance: Yes

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes

Last updated: 10/1/2024

Liaison: Angela Alvarez, CFPC