TSS Photography
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As an established leader in youth, school and sports photography, TSS Photography offers many advantages to potential franchisees. For over 25 years, TSS Photography has specialized in team picture days, sports photography, school photography, special events and tournament photos. With over 200 franchise locations, TSS Photography serves nearly two million children every year. As the industry leader throughout the U.S., TSS Photography is committed to consistently providing customers quality service, excellent products and fresh designs every year.
A TSS Photography franchisee can expect to benefit from this impeccable track record, excellent reputation and a time-tested, proven business model. As a home-based business with no need for a storefront, studio or commercial office space, TSS Photography offers a low overhead cost and therefore more room for profit. Furthermore, TSS franchisees receive immediate cash flow and no royalties, meaning that franchisees retain all profits from a given photo shoot. TSS Photography offers an innovative product line, an established business model, a flexible schedule and a chance for artistic expression in individuals searching for a reliable and exciting franchise opportunity.
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Operating Units |
5/31/2009 |
5/31/2010 |
5/31/2011 |
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| | Franchised |
229 |
215 |
211 |
| | % Change | -- |
-6.1% |
-1.9% |
| | Company/Affiliate-Owned |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| | % Change | -- |
-- |
-- |
| | Total |
229 |
215 |
211 |
| | % Change | -- | -6.1% |
-1.9% |
| | Franchised as % of Total |
100.0% |
100.0% |
100.0% |
Investment Required
The fee for a TSS Photography franchise ranges from $5,000-$39,050, depending on the plan purchased. The plans are based, in part, on the population within the territory, although additional territory can be purchased during or after signing the Franchise Agreement. There is a discount for multiple franchises. Due to the current economic climate, TSS Photography has also recently created a Stimulus Package Plan that offers a reduced initial franchising fee for relatively more territory.
TSS Photography provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
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Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
| | Franchise Fee | $5,000 | $39,050 |
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Expenses While Training | $0 | $2,000 |
| | Real Estate/Office | $50 | $100 |
| | Office Equipment, Supplies and Furniture | $200 | $3,300 |
| | Cameras and Other Photographic Equipment | $13,950 | $13,950 |
| | Computer Equipment | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| | Initial Inventory | $2,200 | $3,500 |
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Transportation | $750 | $1,500 |
| | Advertising | $0 | $1,000 |
| | Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $250 | $1,250 |
| | Website Maintenance | $0 | $250 |
| | Processing and Developing Fees | $500 | $1,250 |
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Additional Funds (3 Months) | $1,000 | $6,000 |
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Total Initial Investment |
$30,250 | $75,150 |
Ongoing Expenses
TSS Photography franchisees pay processing and developing fees, which are subject to a surcharge ranging from 0% to 10% depending on the plan purchased, and a monthly sales and marketing fund contribution ranging from $60 to $175, depending on the plan purchased.
What You Get—Training and Support
TSS Photography provides franchisees with computer hardware and software equipment, photography equipment, a marketing starter kit, presentation materials, a photo presentation book and initial photo samples to aid in business start-up. TSS Photography provides extensive in-field and corporate training in sales, marketing, business development, photography and computer systems for new franchisees. Additional trainings and classes are available to all franchisees through the TSS University.
TSS holds an annual convention where franchisees exchange ideas, attend workshops and see new products. During the year, TSS conducts mini-conferences throughout the country that assist franchisees in expanding and growing their business. In addition to ongoing trainings and conventions, TSS Photography offers franchisees an array of professional services, including a customized website, online purchasing, sales brochures, presentation materials, assistance in contacting potential customers, and advice for purchasing additional photographic equipment.
Territory
TSS Photography grants exclusive territories with populations ranging from 100,000-400,000, depending on the plan purchased.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, on-going expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company’s 2011 FDD. The 2011 write-ups will be incorporated into the 2012 Edition of Bond’s Top 100 Franchises publication.
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