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What is it going to cost me to open a Papa's Pizza To-Go?

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On average, starting a Papa's Pizza To-Go ranges from $138,950 to $386,800. Many factors, including location and whether a dining area or buffet will be incorporated into the floor plan, affect this amount. (See the build out requirements sheet for specifics.)

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What is your franchise fee?

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$9,500. This fee can be reduced for multiple locations. $12,500 for the buffet stores.

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What is Papa's Pizza To-Go's royalty fee?

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The weekly royalty fee is 5% of net sales.

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Where can I locate my Papa's Pizza To-Go franchise?

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We currently operate in four states with a focus on the southeast. Excellent markets and locations are available. We can suggest one or you may pick the location, as long as it meets Papa's Pizza To-Go's criteria and does not infringe on any existing Papa's Pizza To-Go restaurants.

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Will my restaurant territory be protected?

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Yes. Each franchise owner is granted an area, which no other Papa's Pizza To-Go franchisee may enter.

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Does Papa's Pizza To-Go offer training?

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Extensive training is required for all franchisees.  Owners or managers must successfully complete 5 days of hands-on-training at a designated corporate location. Papa's Pizza To-Go will assist with corporate trainers during the opening week.  Each Papa's Pizza To-Go restaurant receives a comprehensive operations manual. Annual and regional meetings update franchisees on the latest strategies.  Restaurants also receive regularly scheduled visits from the corporate office.

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Do you have an advertising program?

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Yes. Building goodwill and brand recognition is an essential ongoing objective for all of our operators. To accomplish this, the corporate office provides an extensive marketing program that includes a monthly local coupon program for stores to participate in. This full color visual piece is distributed directly to local markets and redemption rates are exceptional. Other promotional materials are available at the corporate office.

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What is the term of the franchise?

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The basic term for a Papa's Pizza To-Go franchise is 10 years. You may also renew for one additional 10-year term.

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Can I sell my franchise?

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Yes, you can sell your business to any buyer approved by Papa's Pizza To-Go's corporate office. There is a transfer fee for administrative and legal fees associated with the transfer.

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From the time I sign the franchise agreement, how long before I can open my restaurant?

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That depends on a number of variables, including selecting a location and the number of prospective franchisees on our waiting list. However, you may be able to arrange financing, complete training and make leasehold improvements in as little as three to four months.

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Does Papa's Pizza To-Go offer financing?

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Although Papa's Pizza To-Go does not directly provide financing, we will assist you with arranging financing. In many cases we are able to direct franchisees to financing sources. However, these are third parties, and their decisions will be made independently of Papa's Pizza To-Go

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How much money will I make?

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Profitability varies depending upon a number of factors, including sales, locations, occupancy and operating costs and the ability of the franchisee to manage and control the business. Questions related to profit and loss are discussed during a later stage of the selection process.

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Does Papa's Pizza To-Go deliver?

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Papa's Pizza To-Go highly recommends providing delivery service.  At this time, many stores are currently offering delivery service.