Month: February 2020

Mini-market territories provide opportunity for TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® business ownership within smaller markets

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There’s quite a bit that goes into business ownership, and opening a franchise with a trusted brand is one way people can get into business ownership themselves. We know that sometimes our traditional franchise model is not the right fit for some perspective franchisees, which is why we developed our mini-market franchise model which debuted in 2017.

With the mini-market model, we’re able to help new franchisees enter territories with a smaller population reach, while also providing them with the flexibility to work with less staffing and trucks in an area where there is still a demand for moving services. Continue reading →

Dedicated Home Office support teams partner with franchise teams to foster TWO MEN AND A TRUCK growth

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In order for a franchising system to be successful and profitable, franchisees must feel confident their franchisor has their best interests in mind at all times. This includes providing the best resources and subject matter experts to assist in all areas of the business.

At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, we’ve spent more than 35 years perfecting our franchising model to ensure that support is available to our franchises when they need it most. This starts with the dedicated support teams featured at our Home Office location in Lansing, Mich. Continue reading →

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: The Story of the Stickmen

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It was an idea that was simple enough – a local moving business for two high school students in the Lansing, Mich., area to make some extra spending money for fun.

That idea turned out to be something more than just a high school job; it turned into the nation’s largest franchised moving company. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s humble beginnings started with an idea by Founder Mary Ellen Sheets, and has since grown into a franchise leader in the moving industry, operating in 44 states, four countries, and with over 350 locations. Continue reading →

Five important questions to ask when reviewing a franchising agreement

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Investing your money into a franchising business is a rewarding and exciting opportunity, as you’re buying into a brand with a proven track record that is giving you the opportunity to create business success.

While there is certainly much to be excited about, investing into a franchising model also requires extensive research and a complete understanding about what you’re signing up for. Proper research and planning is necessary before you purchase a franchise location to make sure that your money is being spent wisely. Continue reading →