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    Starting your 
        own retail franchise with The Exchange can be rewarding. This checklist 
        will guide you through the process of starting your own retail franchise 
        with The Exchange®. 
         
        Explore our website 
        Review the features of our franchise system to determine 
        if a retail franchise opportunity with The Exchange™ is right for 
        you.  
         
        Inquire for additional access 
        Complete our initial Franchise Investment Inquiry 
        Form. Once we receive your inquiry, we will send you a username and password 
        for access to the secure areas of our site where you can gain even more 
        insight into how you can start your own retail franchise! 
         
        Apply for The Exchange® franchise opportunity 
        This application requests financial information 
        used to determine if The Exchange is a good fit for you. 
         
        Visit The Exchange® 
        Make a visit to our headquarters, as well as one 
        of our corporate locations. During this time, you will receive a copy 
        of our Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC). In addition, you will 
        meet with corporate officers and staff to further discuss the opportunity. 
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      Make 
        your decision 
        Starting a retail franchise with The Exchange is 
        an important decision. Determine if you can become financially and personally 
        committed to owning and operating your franchise.  
         
        Become a franchisee 
        Once you have been awarded a franchise with The 
        Exchange, sign our franchise agreement. 
         
        Choose your location 
        Using innovative location mapping technology, we 
        are able to determine the most promising locations for your franchise. 
         
        Complete hands-on training 
        You will complete an intensive training seminar 
        at our corporate location to prepare you for operating your store.  
         
        Grand Opening! 
        Our grand opening checklist and other ongoing support 
        materials will provide you with everything you need to be prepared on 
        opening day and beyond. 
          
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