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East of Chicago Pizza

East of Chicago Pizza Company is a young, determined franchising company that utilizes buffet restaurants and delivery/carry-out restaurants to achieve market dominance. Established in 1990, EOC has grown to over 100 units, with plans to expand. Combining proven marketing and operational systems, with ideal franchisee strategic partnerships, EOC meets demands of customers with unique products, which, when combined with superior customer service, creates an atmosphere of tremendous customer loyalty/repeat business.

Facts & figures
Liquid capital required
$75,000
Net worth required
$250,000
Investment
$171,900 - $472,200
Franchise fee
$20,000
Royalty
5.0%
Offers Financing
Yes
Units in operation
68
Founded
1990
Franchising Since
1990

$75,000 is required in available capital if you want to become a franchisee. The franchise expects its new franchisees to have a net worth of at least $250,000. A royalty payment of 5% is paid from unit owners back to the franchise. $171,900 is the minimum that someone opening a location should expect to invest. The high end of the total investment required to open a franchise is $472,200. $20,000 is the franchise fee new franchisees pay the franchisor. This franchise was established in 1990. The company began expanding via franchising in 1990. Today, the location count for this franchise has reached 68.

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