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The Entrepreneur's Source
Where can aspiring entrepreneurs go to learn about owning a business? They can go to the source, the Entrepreneur’s Source. The company provides coaching services and information to help business owners grow their operations and future owners to choose wisely when it comes to an opportunity. In the company’s words, “We use a unique ‘discovery process’ that allows people to explore business options and uncover possibilities.” For those interested in joining the Entrepreneur’s Source, no coaching/franchising experience is required. Training is provided by TES coaches and the company’s E-Source Academy. Franchisees also have access to marketing/educational tools, advanced information technology, and other types of support.
2010 AllStar Rank: 151
2009 AllStar Rank: 185
Full Disclosure Award
This company gets a nod for disclosing financial performance representations in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). For an explanation of why this is important, read The Importance of Item 19 in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
AllStar Franchise
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1984 |
| Franchising since | 1997 |
| Can be run from home? | Yes |
| Number of employees needed | 1 |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | Yes |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| % of franchisees who own multiple units | 5-10 percent |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | Yes |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 275 | 6 | 0 |
| 2010 | 268 | 6 | 0 |
Expanding in These Locations
| Total Investment | $73,360 - $82,210 |
| Franchise Fee | $45,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 5% - 25% |
| Net Worth | $150,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $70,000 |
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | Yes |
