What is Women’s Edition magazine?
Women’s Edition magazine is a monthly, glossy publication that targets active women ages 25 to 54+ in the middle to upper income levels. Women’s Edition began in Omaha, Nebraska and has been successfully publishing there since June of 1986. Women’s Edition has since expanded and is currently publishing in nine other markets, which include: Des Moines, IA, Cedar Rapids/Iowa City, IA, Quad Cities of IA and IL, Lincoln, NE, Johnson County, KS, South Metro Denver, CO, Northwest Denver, CO, West Denver, CO and Colorado Springs, CO.


Are any territories not available?
Yes. All territories in Nebraska and Iowa are currently taken.

Who should invest in a Women’s Edition franchise?
A Women’s Edition magazine franchise is the perfect match for an entrepreneur looking for a business management/sales business. We are looking for owner/operators only. No publishing, art or writing experience is necessary. SALES ability is a must! This can be accomplished by the owner or by employing a highly qualified sales person. The city you plan on working in, must have a minimum geographic population of 250,000.

Who should not invest in a Women’s Edition franchise?
Anyone whose primary focus is publishing, journalism, art or writing is not a good match to a Women’s Edition franchise.

What are my responsibilities as a Women's Edition franchisee?
You are NOT selling magazine subscriptions. Rather, as a franchisee, you are responsible for selling advertising in your territory to be placed in your local edition of Women's Edition. This is how revenue is generated. In addition, you will be responsible for a limited number of “localized” stories which will feature local businesses in your city, following a simple, clear format. You will also be responsible for servicing your advertising accounts. All of the necessary procedures are coved in our manual as well as in our training program.

What does a Women’s Edition franchise provide me?
By investing in a Women’s Edition franchise, you will share in the economies of our publishing group. Each month, we will produce and print a magazine for your local territory, to include providing the front cover and a large majority of the editorial. In addition, ongoing support is provided through our National Headquarters.


Why shouldn’t I just start my own magazine?
Statistics show that most magazines fail within the first six months of publishing. Others struggle along for a few years, rarely showing a profit. In Omaha, since Women’s Edition has been publishing, there have been over ten different local magazines that have come and gone. By joining our publishing group, you will be provided support from our marketing, sales and art & editorial departments. You will be mentored by people who have years of experience in making Women's Edition successful.


Why should I buy a Women’s Edition Franchise?
• We Can Train You to Sell Advertising (Sales Experience Necessary)
• Exclusive Territories
• Successfully Publishing for over 20 years
• Business to Business (work when others work, play when others play)
• Minimal Employees
• No Spoilage!


What is the initial investment?
The initial franchise fee, and initial marketing materials purchased from Women’s Edition, Inc., range from $29,515.00 to $31,600.00. The estimated initial investment required ranges from $55,855.00 to $77,590.00. This will cover all costs for the first three months, estimated time from startup to first Local Edition being printed, shipped and distributed, including salaries.


What does it take to financially qualify?
We normally require new franchisees to have a net worth of at least $150,000.00, a liquid net worth of at least $100,000.00, and 5 years experience. We will consider waiving the experience requirement for persons with substantial net worth. We will consider waiving the net worth requirement if the proposed franchisee has substantial sales experience, particularly in the Women’s Edition system.


Do you offer third party financing?
No.


What is your franchise fee?
$27,550


How do I learn how to run my Women’s Edition Franchise?
With our training and ongoing support, you will learn everything you need to know to run your Women’s Edition Franchise.


What happens once the publication is launched in my area?
Women’s Edition provides ongoing support and training, in all areas for as long as you own your franchise.





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This Web site and the franchise sales information on this site do not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. The offer of a franchise can only be made through the delivery of a franchise offering circular. Certain states require that we register the franchise offering circular in those states. The communications on this Web site are not directed by us to the residents of any of those states. Moreover, we will not offer or sell franchises in those states until we have registered the franchise (or obtained an applicable exemption from registration) and delivered to the franchise offering circular to the prospective franchisee in compliance with applicable law.