CITY PUBLICATIONS
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Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + $500/mo technology (first year) + $115/mo website fee + $180/yr ($15/mo) CRM
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Extracted Item 19 Section
How CITY PUBLICATIONS Compares to Other Business Services Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CITY PUBLICATIONS Current | $46K - $270K | $89K | 6.0% | 36 |
| Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC | $14K - $607K | N/A | N/A | 6,454 |
| THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL) | $216K - $609K | $30K | 5.0% | 4,500 |
| JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE | $71K - $105K | $25K | 15.0% | 2,744 |
| CRUISE PLANNERS | $2K - $21K | $11K | 3.0% | 2,655 |
| SERVPRO (UNIT) | $259K - $380K | $100K | 10.0% | 2,286 |
Business Services Average 187 franchises | $118K - $285K | $46K | 10.4% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 187 Business Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
+16 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for CITY PUBLICATIONS franchisees (2015 - 2024)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a CITY PUBLICATIONS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a CITY PUBLICATIONS franchise ranges from $46,300 to $269,900. This includes a franchise fee of $89,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How many CITY PUBLICATIONS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, CITY PUBLICATIONS has 36 franchise locations.
Can you get an SBA loan for a CITY PUBLICATIONS franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for CITY PUBLICATIONS franchises. Historical data shows 10 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for CITY PUBLICATIONS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $206,960. The historical default rate is 20.0%.
Is CITY PUBLICATIONS a good franchise to buy?
Whether CITY PUBLICATIONS is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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