The Scout Guide
We produce and distribute high-quality advertising guides that feature local businesses and their services. Our business sells advertising space primarily to small businesses that want to reach customers through print and digital publications. We also promote our guides through our website, blog, social media, and editorial newsletters, and we may offer online versions and digital advertising programs. Overall, we operate as an advertising publication business that combines editorial content, print production, and online promotion.
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Business & Professional Services
Brand highlights
- CEO
- Headquarters3465 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22903
- Year founded2011
- Year started franchising2012
- IndustryBusiness & Professional Services
- Locations open95 (+28 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$129,600 - $288,100
- Franchise fee$50,000
- Royalty10% of TSG Royalty Rate Card Sales, but not less than a Minimum Royalty of $16,000 per year.
- Brand fund$100 per month (National Advertising Fund Fee)
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-04-08
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| Initial Franchise Fee | Learn about the initial franchise fee required to join the The Scout Guide franchise system and what that fee covers. | |
| Other Fees | Understand the ongoing and additional fees associated with owning a The Scout Guide franchise, including royalties, marketing contributions, and other required payments. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a The Scout Guide franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Territory | Understand how franchise territories are defined, whether they are exclusive, and under what circumstances they may be modified by The Scout Guide. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information The Scout Guide provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 95 |
| Franchise locations | 94 |
| Corporate locations | 1 |
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