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HobbyTown USA® Retail Hobby Store Franchise

Join The Largest Retail Hobby Franchise In The World

A Franchise That Is All Fun and Games

HobbyTown USA Franchise Information

HobbyTown USA® is widely regarded as a leader in the retail hobby industry. A nationally registered franchise, we are ranked annually in the Entrepreneur 500, and Success Magazine has listed us as one of their top 100 franchises.

With the company motto of "Building Your Dream," it is the largest retail hobby franchise in the world. More importantly, there are now hundreds of owners realizing their dream of being their own boss and having fun while they do it.

HobbyTown USA® franchises receive the following benefits:

Financing assistance after the agreement is executed

Site location and lease negotiation assistance

Comprehensive store layout and design services

On-site training and opening assistance

Complete pre-opening and operations manuals

Ongoing business support from the home office

Point of purchase and inventory computer program and after-hours emergency support

Advertising and marketing support

Discount product purchase program and national buying power

Annual franchise convention with educational seminars and trade show

Why should I open a HobbyTown USA® franchise instead of opening an independent hobby shop?

HobbyTown USA® is the most trusted, recognized name in the hobby industry. We have special agreements with distributors and manufacturers so you can get products on your shelves quickly and at a lower cost. We have trained staff to assist you with any and all questions. We have an exclusive point-of-sale (POS) system, and we provide you with monthly financials to assist you in running your business. In addition, we have an annual owners' convention and trade show where you learn what is going on in the industry and see the latest and greatest products hitting the market.

Do I need hobby experience to open a HobbyTown USA® franchise?

No hobby experience is required to own a HobbyTown USA®. It is important that you have an interest in hobbies since you will be working with customers that are passionate about their hobby. However, it is more important that you have at least two years experience managing people or owning your own business.

What types of training do you offer franchisees?

Our training consists of three phases. In phase I, you will work and train for at least one week at one of our locations. For phase II, you will come to the home office for a week of business training. Phase III consists of onsite training lasting almost three weeks at your store, which takes place during the opening.

What product lines does HobbyTown USA® carry?

We are a full-line hobby retailer, with every aisle offering something different. Our lines include Model Railroading, Games, Radio Control Land, Models, Paints and Tools, Radio Control Air, Specialty and Educational Toys and Science. We have found carrying a diversity of product lines is key in the success of our stores.

How long will it take to open my HobbyTown USA® franchise?

From the time the lending and the lease are in place, it takes approximately 8 weeks to have your store up and running. Note: This can fluctuate depending upon how long the location build-out requires.

Can I own multiple units?

Yes, you can own more than one store. We do not encourage owning more than one location in the beginning to provide you ample time to learn the business. We recommend the growth of one store initially, as we have found that following this model increases your chances of success without increasing your overhead.

What our franchise owners are saying:

"We're very pleased with the store support we receive from the corporate office. We wouldn't want to do this alone! Our store has been open for eight years now, and we have every intention of signing up for another ten."
- Bill and Annie Scott, HTU Indianapolis, IN

"We sell fun. Fun for kids and adults. Fun for families. We enjoy helping our customers by providing great customer service, excellent knowledge about what we sell and a wide selection of hobby products at competitive prices. We are hobbyists too. We are all passionate about our respective hobbies."
- Gary Phillips, HTU Knoxville, TN

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HobbyTown USA® began in 1985 with one hobby store in Lincoln, Nebraska. Today, we are the largest hobby store in the world with over 160 HobbyTown USA® stores open or under development across the United States.

Take the next step now! Tell us where to send you additional retail store franchise information including support and training, financing options, available locations and more by submitting the following Franchise Request form.

Please note interested parties should have at least $60K to invest.

HobbyTown USA is currently accepting inquiries from the following states: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming.

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