Retail

Entrepreneur, Jan, 2004

Inspect It 1st[R] Property Inspection

Join Us and find out why we're known as "The Safe Inspection Company" * 13 Years ha business & No Lawsuits! * Home-Based Business * Low Overhead * On-Site Computerized Reporting System * We provide you with a Total Package: * Comprehensive Training * Tools & Equipment Package * Full Technology Package * Business Development Package * Software Package * Ongoing Support. Call Today 1-800-510-9100 or visit:

www.inspectit1st.com

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The Sports Section

Fun, Sports, Children, Pictures, & Home-based ... What more could you want in a new business? TSS is the picture-day-people-franchise. Complete Training, Support, Exclusive Products and Territory provided. Plans from $10,900 and up. Limited Financing Available. NO ROYALTIES EITHER! May be Part Time to start. Have fun and make great money with TSS. Call Today 866-TSS-GRIN.

www.Sports-Section.com

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The Great Frame Up

Part of the world's largest retail franchisor of art & custom framing specializing in affordable custom framing. Stores feature wide selections of custom frame mouldings and mat styles; proprietary framing system; superior design center & more. Easy to learn & operate; exceptional training & support; national buying power; & proven marketing programs. Single & multi-units available. www.tgfufraninfo.com

(800) 443-3325

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Deck The Walls

Our country's largest retailer of art & custom framing. Each store carries a large selection of limited & open edition prints, custom frame moulding & mats. Easy to learn & operate; exceptional training & support; national buying power & proven marketing programs. Stores located in high-traffic regional malls & strip centers. Single & multi-units available. www.dtwfraninfo.com

(800) 543-3325

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The UPS Store [TM]

Become part of one of the most well known brands in the world. Enormous strength, limitless potential, greater security and an unprecedented franchise opportunity await. If you can meet a $50k cash requirement and want to be considered for The UPS Store franchise, please contact us at (877) 623-7253.

www.theupsstore.com

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PostNet

Own Your Own PostNet Center! Here's why PostNet is One of Today's Best Opportunities- * Exciting New Store Design * Clean, Professional Service Business * Diversified Product and Service Mix * World Class Training and Support * Leading Edge Technology * Reasonable Invesment-Full Development Services. Call PostNet today for your FREE information kit or visit online at www.postnet.com

(800) 338-7401

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Pak Mail

Join a network of entrepreneurs just like you! Join Pak Mail--the world's premier franchisor of packing, shipping, and business solutions centers for commercial and residential customers. Pak Mail rewards hard work and provides unparalleled support to build your business: assistance with site selection, lease negotiation, build-out and merchandising; operations; marketing; exceptional training and education. Contact Pak Mail today.

(800) 833-2821

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Plato's Closet [R]

Ca$h in on Gen Y's passion for fashion! Our 95+ franchise chain buys and sells gently used brand name apparel and accessories for teens and young adults. Savvy shoppers save on hot labels like Abercrombie & Fitch [R], EXPRESS [R] and American Eagle [R] while franchisees receive extensive training and solid gross margin returns. For more information, call (800) 269-4081 or visit us at:

www.platoscloset.com

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