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Cartridge World

Provides home and office printing solutions, including inkjet and laser cartridges, toner, printers, printer service and repair, and related products and software through retail locations, office-based sales, and direct delivery to businesses and consumers.

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Business & Professional Services

Brand highlights

  • CEOMark Pinner
  • Headquarters3917 Mercy Drive, McHenry, IL, 60050
  • Year founded2002
  • Year started franchising2003
  • IndustryBusiness & Professional Services
  • Locations open194 (-115 last three years)

Statistics & metrics

  • Investment range$75,900 - $175,800
  • Franchise fee$40,000
  • Royalty6% of Gross Revenue(3) PLUS 6% of Gross Profit (not Gross Revenue) on Ancillary Items (see “Remarks” column)
  • Brand fundCurrently 2%; Up to a maximum of 4% of Gross Revenue(3) PLUS Up to a maximum of 4% of Gross Profit(3) (not Gross Revenue) on Ancillary Items(3)
  • Required Liquid CapitalN/A
  • Required Net WorthN/A

Learn more about the Business & Professional Services industry:

From consulting and staffing to printing and shipping, business services franchises provide essential support to other companies. This sector is ideal for those with a background in corporate environments or B2B sales.

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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-05-28

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Location data

Total locations194
Franchise locations186
Corporate locations8
System growth over time

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