DO IT BEST CORP.
Do it Best Corp. is a member-owned wholesale cooperative distributor of hardware, lumber, building materials, and related products, primarily serving independent retail hardware stores, home centers, and lumber yards throughout the United States and select foreign countries. Members purchase common shares via a Membership Agreement to access competitive pricing, annual patronage refunds based on purchases, advertising campaigns, training programs, and other support services. The business model emphasizes patronage dividends, optional pricing programs like Vision Pricing, and benefits such as shared merchandising information to help members compete with large national chains.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
No royalty or ad fund; $90/mo basic member services fee (enhanced $140/mo, advanced $195/mo) + $0-$60/wk delivery minimum charge
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How DO IT BEST CORP. Compares to Other General Retail Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 79% of General Retail franchises
- #2 largest franchise system in General Retail
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DO IT BEST CORP. Current | $565K - $1.3M | $9K | N/A | 3,407 |
| ACE HARDWARE | $604K - $2.0M | $5K | N/A | 4,885 |
| WINDOW WORLD, WORLD OF WINDOWS | $123K - $331K | $45K | N/A | 209 |
| FLEET FEET, FLEET FEET TRIATHLETE | $229K - $545K | $45K | 4.0% | 192 |
| PRETZELMAKER | $392K - $573K | $25K | 7.0% | 129 |
| TECHY | $119K - $400K | $15K | 7.0% | 62 |
General Retail Average 14 franchises | $502K - $1.0M | $108K | 5.7% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 14 General Retail franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+35 more states
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 DO IT BEST CORP. franchise?
The total initial investment to open a DO IT BEST CORP. franchise ranges from $564,500 to $1,342,500. This includes a franchise fee of $8,500.
How many DO IT BEST CORP. franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, DO IT BEST CORP. has 3,407 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1945.
Is DO IT BEST CORP. a good franchise to buy?
DO IT BEST CORP. shows several positive indicators: established brand with 3,407+ locations. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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