U S Franchise Systems, Inc.
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the U S Franchise Systems, Inc. system.
U S Franchise Systems, Inc.
13 Corporate Sq., # 250
Atlanta, GA 30329
800#:
Tel: (404) 321-4045
Fax: (404) 235-7460
E-mail: info@usfsi.com
Web Site: www.usfsi.com
Contact: Mr. Tim Muir,
Hotel franchisor of MICROTEL INNS & SUITES and HAWTHORN SUITES brands. MICROTEL -- all new construction, budget. HAWTHORN -- upper mid-priced all-suites brand. USFS is known as the "fair franchisor" with the most 2-sided agreement, lower than average fee structure, and no-hidden fees. Brands range from low-capital requirements (MICROTEL) to upper-middle (HAWTHORN).
Franchisor Background
Established: 1995
First Franchise: 1995
Franchise Units: 382
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 382
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 49 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: NR
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 5-10
>Hispanic: 2-3
>Asian-American: 100+
>Native American: 1-2
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 10-25 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 45,000 SF; FS, Raw land for development
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $300K-1MM
Total Investment: $1.2-7MM
Average Total Investment: $4100K
Minimum Net Worth: $NA
Fees
>Franchise: $35-40K
>Average Franchise Fee: $37K
>Royalty: 5-6%
>Advertising: 2.5%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 20/10
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 150
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 3-4 Days Atlanta, GA; On-Site as Needed.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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