OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING)
Our Town America regional development franchises grant the right to promote and sell unit franchises within a designated territory and provide support services to those unit franchisees, while the franchisor handles the actual franchise agreements. The unit franchises operate direct mail marketing businesses that solicit local businesses to advertise via personalized mailings distributed to new residents who have recently changed addresses. This business model targets experienced individuals, such as prior unit franchise owners, serving local business advertisers and new movers in communities.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
No royalty or brand fund fees listed. Key fees include $350/person convention fee, $250/package franchise materials, and $2,500 renewal fee.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) Compares to Other Business Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Business Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) Current | $122K - $199K | $100K | N/A | 6 |
| 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
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) franchisees (2015 - 2022)
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 OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) franchise?
The total initial investment to open a OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) franchise ranges from $122,250 to $199,200. This includes a franchise fee of $100,000.
How many OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) has 6 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2004.
Can you get an SBA loan for a OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) franchises. Historical data shows 4 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) franchisees, with an average loan amount of $232,050. The historical default rate is 25.0%.
Is OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) a good franchise to buy?
Whether OUR TOWN AMERICA (REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERING) 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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