5/10

Franchimp Summary Rating

2 /10
Higher than 89% of peers

Franchise Summary

Description
Uptown Cheapskate franchises the right to use its trade name and system to sell new and used teen and junior products to the public.
Company Background
Uptown Cheapskate(R) is a franchisor of teen and junior products. The company was founded in 1988 by Ronald F. Cox, Jr., who had the idea to create an outlet store for new and used goods with low prices--a place where parents could find clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry at affordable cost for their kids.
Franchise Opportunity
Teens and juniors need affordable, stylish clothing but don't want to break the bank. Clothing is a necessary expense for growing teens and juniors, but it can be hard to find affordable options that are also stylish and age-appropriate. Uptown Cheapskate offers both new and used clothing at an affordable price. We have a wide selection of trendy styles that will keep your teen or junior looking sharp all year long.
Corporate Structure
Uptown Cheapskate®, LLC is a Utah-based limited liability company. Their principal business address is 39 East Eagle Ridge Drive, #100 North Salt Lake, Utah 84054. They offered franchises for sale beginning in September 2008. Uptown Cheapskate® has no parents or predecessors but is affiliated with Kid to Kid® Franchise System, Inc., a franchise system that sells new and resale items for children.

Earnings Transparency

7 /10
This Franchise discloses slightly more information about the financial performance of their franchisees compared to other franchises in the same industry

Why do some franchises disclose more than others?
There are many reasons why a brand may choose to not include item 19 on their FDD: they could be a newer franchise, they may be in a unique industry that is not super profitable or well-known yet

Financial Performance of "Standard" Units

Average Revenue Per Unit

Compared vs. Clothing & Accessories Industry

$767,748 / unit

Franchise Type: Standard

Average Revenue During 2020

$767,748
$100,086
Industry Low
$767,748
Industry High

Average Gross Profit Per Unit

Compared vs. Clothing & Accessories Industry

$1,970,466 / unit

Franchise Type: Standard

Average Gross Profit During 2020

Franchise Types Available

# Type Investment Fees

Employee Contact Database

# Name Position Phone Number Email Address

Distribution of Uptown Cheapskate Franchisees

Uptown Cheapskate Franchise System Development in 2022

FAQ

How much investment do I need to start my own Uptown Cheapskate business?
Franchisees typically require at least $345 to $575 investment to get their Uptown Cheapskate business started
What are the initial franchise fees for Uptown Cheapskate?
Franchisees typically need to pay at least $35 in fees directly to Uptown Cheapskate in order to earn the right to launch their business
How much money can I make with a Uptown Cheapskate franchise? What are the average revenues for a typical Uptown Cheapskate business?
We estimate that the average revenue of an individual Uptown Cheapskate unit is approximately $767,748. We based this on Item 19 in franchise disclosure document
How long do I need to commit to running a Uptown Cheapskate unit? What is my contractual commitment?
The standard length for an initial franchise contract is 10 years. Renewals are also generally 10 years

Accessibility

2 /10
The Franchisor's investment costs ranges from $345,959 to $575,334 which is Much Higher than the $0 to $0 average in the Clothing & Accessories industry
What determines the investment cost?
Item 7 of the Franchise Disclosure Document lays out the full list of initial investment costs, including the fee payable to the franchisor, security deposits, equipment, professional fees etc

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