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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