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HobbyTown
Retail store selling hobby, toy, entertainment, educational, collectible, gift, and recreational merchandise, including model railroading, radio-controlled items, tools and paints, models, games, model rockets, science kits, art supplies, and educational toys.
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Education
Brand super powers
Only combined hobby & toy retailing franchise in the country
Parent AMain - providing website/software/technology dev.
Exclusive product distribution
Extensive corporate support system
Established and proven brand
Brand highlights
- CEOKendall Bennett
- Headquarters1133 Libra Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68512
- Year founded1980
- Year started franchising1985
- IndustryEducation
- Locations open100 (-11 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$340,000 - $610,000
- Franchise fee$49,500
- Royalty4.75% of gross sales
- Brand fund2% of gross sales
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
Learn more about the Education industry:
Education franchises focus on supplemental learning, tutoring, and test preparation. This sector is rewarding for those who want to make a positive impact on students’ lives while running a profitable business.
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2024-04-24
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about HobbyTown, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Business Experience | Review the professional backgrounds and relevant business experience of HobbyTown's executives, directors, and key management personnel. | |
| Litigation | Understand any past or pending legal actions involving HobbyTown, its affiliates, or key personnel that may be relevant to prospective franchisees. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a HobbyTown franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information HobbyTown provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 100 |
| Franchise locations | 100 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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