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How long does it take for Firehouse Subs to advertise?
Firehouse Subs requires you to conduct a market introduction advertising and promotional program within the first 12 months after the opening of the Restaurant. This requirement may be waived if your Restaurant exceeds the franchisor’s expectations for sales performance.
How many people can you train at Firehouse Subs?
If space is available at such training sessions, Firehouse Subs will provide initial training for up to 3 additional people at no charge for a total of 5 attendees.
What items are included in Firehouse Subs?
This item may include tables and booths, sinks, refrigerators, ovens, steamers, ventilation systems, display cases, stools, chairs, utensils, computers, POS System, a phone system and facsimile machine that meets Firehouse Subs’ specifications and standards, a desk, filing cabinets, and related office supplies for a Restaurant.
Does Firehouse Subs offer financing?
Firehouse Subs does not offer financing directly or indirectly for any part of the initial investment for your Restaurant. The actual lowest total investment for an individual Restaurant of this category during 2020 was $264,477 and the actual highest total investment for an individual Restaurant was $595,926.
Firehouse Subs Franchise Requirements
In addition to the fees associated with opening a franchise, the Firehouse Restaurant Group requires that franchisors have a minimum of $80,000 to invest, a credit score of at least 650, along with a strong inner drive for excellence, devotion to the Firehouse Subs business, community-mindedness, and a love of subs.
How many Firehouse Subs units have opened and closed?
Over the last three years, Firehouse Subs has been growing at an average of 21 franchises a year. One franchise closed in 2020, but that is not surprising in a year that many restaurants across the country were forced to close due to the pandemic.
Conclusion
Firehouse Subs has seen franchise unit increases over the last three years, and average franchise revenues have increased as well. However, there are high initial costs of opening a franchise, and based on the industry multiple, it will be difficult to sell the franchise at a profit.
