PortraitEFX
$PRTRF500 #501CategoryBusiness Services
SubcategoryPrinting/Marketing Services
Locations—
Franchisee Count35
Franchise Fee$7,995
Item 7 Low$25,000
Item 7 Midpoint$37,500
Item 7 High$50,000
Royalty FeesWe do not collect “royalty” on your sales, instead, we receive financial incentives from vendors based on our combined purchasing volume
Ad / Brand Fund50%
Sold Not Open22
Founded2006
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business20
Began Franchising2006
HQCharlotte, NC
Executives3
LinksWeb
Main Phone800-765-7561
FDD IssuedApril 1, 2016
Last UpdatedAug 4, 2026
FDDs2017 · 2016 🔒
Franchisor
Franchisees must use a PC computer system costing between $750 and $1,500, with specific software requirements including Adobe Photoshop Elements and Microsoft Office. The franchisor provides an order entry system and maintains an e-commerce enabled website for franchisees.
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