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NEWS | February 3, 2010


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SECTOR REPORT | December 29, 2009

New report, conducted by Franchise Business Review, shows evidence of 3rd quarter economic recovery in the franchise sector. Read more and follow link to view the actual report.
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ARTICLE | July 23, 2009

Many potential franchisees look at opportunities where the franchise company handles the marketing, believing that they are better at promoting the business than themselves as individuals. However, Dr. John Hayes says this is exactly the reason why you should research the company's marketing system as well as - Will it bring you the right customers?
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ASK FBR | January 25, 2008

Wow... that's a tough one! It's similar to buying a car or a house - there is a huge range in price between various franchise opportunities. What's important to understand are three key pieces of information related to cost: 1.) initial capital required, 2.) total initial investment, and 3.) on-going or recurring costs. Here's the breakdown...
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Franchisee Satisfaction Report

For anyone researching a franchise, Franchise Business Review knows how important it is to get feedback from current franchisees. To expedite this process, we conducted an independent survey of Matco Tools franchisees on their satisfaction.

All active franchisees were invited to participate in the survey. 670 franchise owners elected to participate (approximately 47%). The survey was completed on November 2009.

Matco Tools
Company
Year Founded: 1946
Franchising Since: 1993
Total Franchisees: 1521
Total Locations: 1,521
Financial Requirements
Startup Investment: $73,000 - $170,000
Cash Requirement: $35,000
Net Worth Requirement: $65,000
Areas Franchising
- Canada
- National

Matco Tools is a 60 year old organization focused on supplying professional grade tools, automotive service and diagnostic equipment to professional repair technicians in the automotive, truck, marine and aviation industries. We distribute our products through a system of Franchised Distributors. Our Franchise features:

  • No franchise fees
  • No royalty fees
  • No advertising fees
  • 5 week Training
  • Local training and field support
  • National Brand
  • Computerized business system
  • Exclusive Territories
  • Pre identified potential customer base
  • No employees
  • Home based business
  • National conventions at world class resorts
  • Financial assistance
  • Modest overall investment
  • SBA approved Franchise
  • IFA member
  • VetFran sponsor

We are seeking career minded individuals with good communication, time and cash management skills. Our franchisees come from varied backgrounds and are dedicated to providing excellent customer service.

Financial Requirements
Startup Investment: $73,000 - $170,000
Cash Requirement: $35,000
Net Worth Requirement: $65,000

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Corporate Contact:
Matco Tools

Danaher Corporation
4403 Allen Road
Stow, OH 44224

Franchise Contact:
Angie McCartney
Phone: 1.800.MYMATCO
Email: angie.mccartney@matcotools.com

Franchisee Satisfaction Snapshot
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    average
  • 3
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  • 4
    very good
  • 5
    excellent
  • avg
    rating
Training & Support
3.5

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Franchise System
3.4

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Relationship
3.8

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Financial Opportunity
3.4

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General Satisfaction
3.6

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Overall (average)
3.5
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