Franchise Opportunities | FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What does a typical franchise owner earn?
A. Earnings will vary depending on market conditions, your store location, and the extent of your marketing and promotional activities, and other factors. While opening a business involves risk and uncertainty, Wireless Zone® provides the business and marketing support as you develop a strong customer base.
Q. Why is Wireless Zone an exclusive agent instead of a multi-carrier?
A. We chose this model because of the benefits exclusivity brings to our franchisees, their customers, and our organization. Going with a single carrier allows franchisees to carry reduced inventory, receive preferred service from our carrier, and earn residual income. Multi-carrier organizations have paperwork and increased pressure from each carrier to promote their brand.
Q. Is the wireless industry saturated?
A. Expanding functionality on cell phones, including music phones and broadband Internet access, has actually increased demand for new products and services. The wireless industry remains healthy and is positioned to expand as cell phones play an increasingly larger role in our daily lives.
Q. Does Wireless Zone offer financing?
A. Yes, as part of our efforts to make owning a Wireless Zone franchise as smooth as possible, Wireless Zone does offer limited direct financing. We also welcome each franchisee to arrange his or her own financing. Wireless Zone is listed on the SBA franchise registry and can help franchisees secure loans. We also have a banking relationship that may be able to help assist you receive financing.
Q. What are the qualities that you look for in a franchisee?
A. Wireless Zone is selective in choosing franchisees, which we believe contributes to more successful franchises. We have found that business-savvy individuals who place a value on continuous marketing efforts make for the most successful Wireless Zone franchisees. The passion to own a business is more important to us than finances or previous experience in the wireless business.
Q. Can franchisees secure development contracts for more than one store?
A. Yes. We offer a territory-based area developer franchise program, which allows qualified business people the opportunity to own multiple franchises in the market that they choose.
Q. What kind of training does Wireless Zone provide?
A. Our training program is one of our strongest assets, providing a strong foundation for our franchise owners. Franchisees are required to attend and successfully complete the program, which includes two weeks in our training center in Middletown, CT, and one week of in-store training. Franchise owners pay only the costs of transportation, lodging and meals.
Q. Do I receive support in opening my Wireless Zone store?
A. Of course. Beyond the initial training period, one of our experienced Directors of Stores works closely with new franchisees to ensure that they are ready for their Grand Opening.
Q. What other operational guidance will I receive after the store opens?
A. One of our Directors of Stores provides ongoing guidance on all operational and business challenges. After years in business, chances are that we have experienced and successfully resolved the issues that our new franchisees are facing, and this is reflected in the Wireless Zone Operations Manual that we make available to all franchisees. Our in-house ad agency, AdOneSM, provides continuing advertising, marketing, and promotional support, and help with media placement and co-op advertising opportunities.
Q. When can I review your franchise agreement?
A. Once you complete our detailed application form, we will provide you with a copy of the franchise agreement and our Uniform Franchise Offering Circular.
Q. Am I required to purchase inventory exclusively from Wireless Zone?
A. No, although our buying power and payment terms make ordering from us an attractive route for many of our franchisees. You are free to shop around and use the vendors that you prefer.
