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The Taco Maker Franchise

Mexican fast-food restaurant chain

After gaining valuable experience in successfully developing a large franchise system, Gil L. Craig founded The Taco Maker Inc. in 1968. Based in Ogden, Utah, The Taco Maker franchise system has locations in the United States, Latin America, Western Europe, and the Far and Middle East. Franchise sites include traditional freestanding buildings and mall food courts as well as the Express program, which complements The Taco Maker's co-branding relationship with companies including Blimpie and selected service station chains.

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Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a The Taco Maker franchise?

Total Investment: $221,000-$400,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $19,000-$29,000
Royalty Fee: 5%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 15 years
Renewal Fee: $5K

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Franchise History

When did the first The Taco Maker open? 1978
When did The Taco Maker start franchising? 1978

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	132	0	1	3
2004	128	0	1	3
2003	128	0	3	2
2002	130	0	4	3
2001	125	0	4	3

Expansion Plans

International: Canada, Philippines, Western Europe,

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	Yes
Startup Costs	No	Yes
Equipment	No	N/A
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Third Party Financing Source(s): the SBA & private lending institutions

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Co-op advertising, National media

Business Operations

International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 30% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 35

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

Industry experience

General business experience

• Fast Food Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises $100K to $250K

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