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Coffee News
Weekly local publication distributed to restaurants and hospitality locations
Coffee News franchisees publish a free, weekly publication and distribute it to owners of coffeehouses, motels, and restaurants. The business owners enjoy getting a free publication for their guests; the franchisees profit by selling ads in the publication to owners of local businesses. Coffee News founder Jean Daum, an advertising expert, came up with the idea after reading studies which showed that people are more receptive to advertising messages before and during eating than at other times. The publication focuses on lighthearted, entertaining news and trivia that can be read in about 10 minutes, meaning there’s plenty of time to read all the ads as well.
Coffee News
120 Linden Street
Bangor, ME 04401
207-941-0860
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1988 |
| Franchising since | 1994 |
| Can be run from home? | Yes |
| Number of employees needed | 1 |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | No |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 661 | 430 | 0 |
| 2010 | 662 | 430 | 0 |
| 2009 | 775 | 326 | 0 |
Expanding in These Locations
United States, Worldwide
Costs
| Total Investment | Under $10,000 for first franchise |
| Franchise Fee | $8,500 - $6,000 |
| Royalty Fee | $80 per week for first franchise after three months; $25 per week for additional franchises after nine months |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | No minimum requirement |
| Liquid Capital | Six months of living expenses |
Franchisee Qualifications
Sales and networking skills
Financially capable
Passion for publishing
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | Yes |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | Yes |
Financing Assistance
Franchisor will finance purchase of up to 3 franchises following the purchase of first franchise at 8% APR for up to 3 years
Coffee News
120 Linden Street
Bangor, ME 04401
207-941-0860
