The Plug Powered by AVANCE^®

Business Services • Year: 2024

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What Is The Plug Powered by AVANCE?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE is a franchise in the t-shirt shop and custom printing industry, specializing in printing, customization, and engraving of apparel, paper products, and related items. It operates from a single fixed-location retail Store, typically in high-traffic commercial locations within a designated territory. The core service bundle is in-store printing, customization and engraving delivered using designated System Supplies and equipment provided by the parent company, including heat presses, cutters, printers, screen printing and rhinestone machines, embroidery supplies, vinyl, inks, adhesives, and signage.

The Plug Powered by AVANCE Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise’s standout strength is its exceptionally clean and stable system—zero outlet terminations, non‑renewals, reacquisitions, lawsuits, judgments, penalties, enforcement actions, or fraud allegations—indicating very low operator exits; the main risk is Item 7 assets of $103,951–$172,875, well above peers and increasing upfront cash and financing needs.

Pros

0 outlet terminations, 0 non‑renewals, and 0 reacquisitions — well below typical for Business Services, indicating very low operator exits and stronger-than-normal continuity in the system.

Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee‑initiated judgments or settlements, zero government penalties, zero franchisor enforcement actions, and zero alleged fraud cases — well below typical for Business Services, giving you a clean legal and regulatory profile to operate under.

Manager required equity percentage = 0 — well below typical for Business Services, giving you flexibility to decide manager ownership and compensation structures rather than being forced into equity arrangements.

Cons

Item 7 assets range of $103,951–$172,875 — well above typical for Business Services, meaning the equipment and infrastructure costs are considerably higher than peers and will increase your upfront cash and financing needs.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

45/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains rights to develop additional units in the surrounding market, sell via e-commerce and alternative distribution channels; protection is contingent on meeting site-specific performance quotas, with relocation rights preserved.

Training & Support

74/100

NORMAL

The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, which is available at an additional cost; franchisees are responsible for travel and lodging expenses.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a The Plug Powered by AVANCE Franchise?

Opening a The Plug Powered by AVANCE franchise requires a total initial investment of $206,651 to $343,955, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$206,651

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$343,955

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$50,000

Real Estate$26,375

Equipment & Assets$103,951

Reserves$11,208

Training$3,000

Other$12,117

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$50,000

Real Estate$73,768

Equipment & Assets$172,875

Reserves$18,462

Training$7,300

Other$21,550

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do The Plug Powered by AVANCE Franchise Owners Make?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE franchise locations reported average gross sales of $306,306 and median gross sales of $269,608 in 2024, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$306,306

Median Gross Sales:

$269,608

High Gross Sales:

$563,196

Low Gross Sales:

$122,812

Sample Size:

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Franchised outlet data is not available for 2023, so comparison is not possible; the available company-owned outlets averaged $306,305.75 in gross sales in 2023.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability across the four company-owned outlets in 2023, with sales ranging from $122,812 to $563,196, indicating outcomes can differ markedly by location.

Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 provides only company-owned outlet sales for 2021–2023 and excludes franchised/licensee 2023 sales, and the financials are unaudited and not GAAP-based, limiting generalizability.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a The Plug Powered by AVANCE franchise?

The total initial investment for a The Plug Powered by AVANCE franchise ranges from $206,651 to $343,955, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the The Plug Powered by AVANCE initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for The Plug Powered by AVANCE is $50,000, as stated in the 2024 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do The Plug Powered by AVANCE franchise owners make?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE franchise locations reported average gross sales of $306,306 and median gross sales of $269,608 in 2024, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does The Plug Powered by AVANCE have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2024 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does The Plug Powered by AVANCE offer exclusive franchise territories?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE received a territory protection score of 45 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does The Plug Powered by AVANCE provide to new franchisees?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE received a training and support score of 74 out of 100. The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch.

How many The Plug Powered by AVANCE franchise locations are there?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE had 6 total locations as of the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is The Plug Powered by AVANCE?

The Plug Powered by AVANCE is a franchise in the t-shirt shop and custom printing industry, specializing in printing, customization, and engraving of apparel, paper products, and related items.

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