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HobbyTown USA Franchise

Toy, hobby and game retailer

Merlin P. Hayes and his wife launched a hobby shop in Lincoln, Nebraska, in the 1970s. Through this store, Hayes met Thomas Walla, and together they bought out a competing store, Hobby Town, in 1980.

From that one store HobbyTown USA was born. The company began franchising in 1986 and also has an e-commerce site.

HobbyTown USA stores sell games, toys, remote control cars and planes, train sets, rockets and models.

Please Note: The operators of HobbyTown USA, may not have verified the accuracy of the franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official HobbyTown USA website.

Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a HobbyTown USA franchise?

Total Investment: $140,000-$700,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $10,000-$19,500
Royalty Fee: 3-4%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Renewal Fee: $2K

How to contact HobbyTown USA

HobbyTown USA News

Reef Racer Mayhem
AquaCraft Models, by Hobbico, are simply some of the most exciting liquid going R/Cs on the market. From the Nitro Hammer's explosive speed to the realistic quality of the beautiful Bristol Bay, AquaCraft's line gives you that ready-to-run, instant gratification-esque excitement you just can... more

What Is Spektrum?
Radio control technology has followed that of consumer electronics for the 30-plus years I have been involved with this great sport. In the beginning we had AM radios that used modulation technology similar to the audio equipment in your house or automobile. The introduction of FM offered clearer so... more

The Unforgettable Jato
The Unforgettable Jato While running my Jato, someone walked up, took a look, and stated; "Looks like just another Traxxas truck!" Calling the Jato just another Traxxas truck is like calling the Corvette just another Chevy! I'm not sure of the origin of the name for the truck…but, in th... more

Heroclix Fantastic Forces
Have you ever wanted to see the Ultimate Fantastic Four battle against Ultimate Dr. Doom, right on your kitchen table? How about Nightcrawler and the Juggernaut engaged in a massive battle royal in the lunch cafeteria? These scenes are just the start with the new set Fantastic Forces, for the Mar... more

It?s All In The Details
It?s all in the details We've all seen it. The chattering throng of young people at a railroad display walk right past the sets of exacting detail and stop at the table with the carnival on the layout, or the one with the cat in a trash can. Are they missing something, or are we? The answer has... more

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Franchise History

When did the first HobbyTown USA open? 1969
When did HobbyTown USA start franchising? 1986

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	162	0	0	2
2004	152	0	0	2
2003	141	0	0	2
2002	149	0	0	1
2001	125	0	0	1

Expansion Plans

International: Canada,

Financing Options

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

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media

Business Operations

5% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

• Toys, Games & Hobbies Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises $100K to $250K

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