American Freight Franchise
To buy a franchise with American Freight, you'll need to have at least $200000 in liquid capital and a minimum net worth of $450000. American Freight charges a franchise fee of $49900.
Franchisor Details
Total Units: 7
Year Founded: 1994
Franchising Since: 2021
Home Office: Delaware, OH
Training: Available
Locations Available: See Below*
Franchise Costs
Liquid Capital Required: $200,000
Net Worth Required: $450,000
Total Investment: $875,000 – $1,000,000
Franchise Fee: $49,900
Royalty Type: 5%
Vetern Discount: No
*American Freight is currently accepting inquiries from the following locations: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Values & History
American Freight Furniture and Mattress was established in Lima, Ohio in 1994 to help customers save money on quality furniture and mattresses. By 2020, the brand began franchising and grew its nationwide footprint to more than 350 stores including the addition and rebrand of nearly 130 Sears Outlet and over 30 FFO Home locations. Through the rebrand, American Freight expanded its product assortment to encompass furniture, mattresses and appliances — because everyone needs a place to sit, sleep and eat!
Today, American Freight remains rooted in its foundational mission to sell the best for less every day while delivering excellent customer service. The company prides itself in the valuable savings it provides its customers through flexible payment options, “take home today” offerings and 100% approved free layaway. The business model continues to present itself as a recession-resistant investment that will withstand economic headwinds.
Industry Performance
Market Demand & Advantage
American Freight operates in a 92 billion dollar industry. American Freight thrives in recession because everyone wants to save money & American Freight has "take it home today" financing with high 90+% approval and offers:- All merchandise is in stock & delivered same day.
- Multiple financing options for consumers to purchase.
- Every day low prices that are lower than everyone else's "sale" price.
- No pressure sale when customers visit store.
- Customers can purchase items online which are then delivered from the store.
Training & Support
Comprehensive operating manuals including new opening manual. Virtual learning management system to start, then 3 days of extensive training (12 hours a day for 3 days) in a corporate store for owner & store manager. Then 2 weeks in franchisee's store for training & merchandising during new store setup with our 10 person team.
Ideal Candidate & Qualifications
We would like to partner with franchisees or investors who are passionate about the services American Freight offers.
Purchasing an American Freight Franchise
Franchise Fee: $49,900. Net worth Required: $1,000,000. Total Investment: $450,000- $875,000. Liquid Capital Required: $200,000.
Your path to franchise ownership is guided by our process. We have the roadmap and seasoned team of support to help you make an informed decision on whether American Freight is the right investment for you.
Our average gross sales (per top stores): $5,590,180 and an average net income (per top stores):
$1,006,555
