The information on this website is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Currently, the following states in the United States regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction. FasTaco Franchising Inc., 5189 East FM 1187, Burleson, Texas 76028. All information on this website is subject to change. To validate information, please refer to the FasTaco Franchise Disclosure Document.
The information on this website is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Currently, the following states in the United States regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction. FasTaco Franchising Inc., 5189 East FM 1187, Burleson, Texas 76028. All information on this website is subject to change. To validate information, please refer to the FasTaco Franchise Disclosure Document.
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Steps of the Process
- Complete the application
- Personal interview with FasTaco’s Franchising team
- Receive and review Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
- Undergo credit and background checks
- Proof of assets and financing
- Secure Financing
- Find a Suitable Location
- Negotiate Lease
- Letter of Intent to the Landlord
- Construction begins
- Begin training for franchisee and crew
- Grand opening
Support
There is a difference in doing business with FasTaco. We are passionate about providing a unique experience in the food industry. With that passion and commitment, we are a highly visible partner to our franchisees. We have established expert teams to support you in every aspect of your business – from site selection and lease negotiation to grand opening and systemwide marketing events.
FasTaco program provides complete service franchise support, including:
- Training
- Store Operations and Business Consulting Support
- Purchasing
- Research & Development
- Marketing
- Franchising
- Real Estate and Development
Training is a strong part of our system. All franchisee’s go through four weeks of complete store operations training, with six days in a classroom setting. With on-site assistance to you at your FasTaco Restaurant for up to three days prior to the Opening Date and up to seven days following the Opening Date, and we continually provide ongoing training and support for franchise partners and their crewmembers.
Opportunities
Our success in franchising will be targeted growth strategy and basing development expansion on the best locations and partners.
FasTaco likes to equate the nature of a franchisor/franchisee relationship to that of a good, committed partnership. Both parties need to engage in ongoing, transparent communication, commit to teamwork to reach established goals, provide superior support to one another when pursuing objectives, and consistently present a listening ear and willingness to collaborate and compromise, if needed.
We hope to partner with individuals who appreciate and can easily get on board with the operating spirit between the franchise community and corporate representatives. It’s one of collaboration to reach mutually beneficial business goals – a must for a thriving long-standing relationship. Equally as important is a commitment to uphold our FasTaco operations standards and established brand personality. Possessing a strong background demonstrating engagement with business operations is a must because of FasTaco’s desire to partner with individuals who desire to be owner operators.
Q: How do I go about obtaining a FasTaco franchise license?
A: For a general introduction for owning your own FasTaco franchise, please review our Franchising Opportunities.
Send us an e-mail with some brief information about yourself and the franchise locations you would be interested in and please complete our Franchise Information Request Form.
Q: How long does the application process take from beginning to end?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: Upon completion of the personal interview, FasTaco will make a decision within 3 to 4 weeks regarding your approval status. For International Opportunities: The application approval process may take several months because of the amount of information needed to complete a licensee application.
Q: Does FasTaco franchise to individuals, partnerships, or corporations?
A: Yes, to all of the above. FasTaco will franchise to individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
Q: Will FasTaco assist me with financing a store?
A: FasTaco franchisees are required to have their own financial systems in place to build and operate their restaurant.
Q: Does FasTaco award territories or regions?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: Franchisees are awarded franchise rights for a specific store location.
For International Opportunities: Yes, FasTaco awards territories or regions to its international licensees.
Q: Can I purchase an existing store?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: To obtain a list of stores available for purchase, please contact FasTaco.
For International Opportunities: FasTaco is open to all inquiries for international expansion in countries not currently under development. To learn more about international development opportunities, call 817-478-2773.
Q: I have an ideal location in mind and there are no other FasTaco locations nearby. Can I pursue this location?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: Prior to discussing potential locations with applicants interested in opportunities with FasTaco applicants must go through our application approval process. Upon approval as a potential FasTaco franchisee candidate, our Real Estate Department can then help you begin to investigate possible locations.
Q: What is the initial investment for a FasTaco franchise?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: Initial investment range is $554,150 – $687,550.00. FasTaco requires that prospective candidates have the ability to secure funds of up to $700,000.
For International Opportunities: The initial investment is determined on an individual country or territory basis. A minimum net worth of $1 to $2 million (U.S. dollars) is required.
Q: Does FasTaco require royalty payments?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: Yes. The current royalty fee is 5 %. This fee payment contributes to the overall support system, e.g., training, field support, purchasing, construction, new product development, and quality control, to mention just a few. There is also an Advertising Fund fee of 0.5% that supports all marketing programs.
For International Opportunities: Yes. Royalty payments, licenses, and store opening fees are negotiated for each country on an individual basis.
Q: How much money can I expect to make?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: FasTaco does have Financial Performance Representations in their FDD (Item 19). But the amount of money individual locations can expect to make will vary depending on a multitude of factors, including the locations and demographics, operating costs, sales, and the overall ability of the franchisee/licensee to operate and manage their franchise location(s). Other considerations for international licensees would include duties, tariffs, etc.
Q: In what areas is FasTaco actively looking for franchisees?
A: Texas.
Q: May I obtain a copy of FasTaco’s Franchise Disclosure Document?
A: For U.S. and International Opportunities: Upon completion and acceptance of the application, a copy of FasTaco’s current Franchise Disclosure Document will be provided to you during your initial interview.
Q: Is there opportunity to own more than one location?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: Yes. Franchisees are awarded locations based on their ability to operate their existing stores and their financial ability to support additional locations.
For International Opportunities: Yes. In fact, international licensees join the FasTaco system with the commitment to open multiple locations within an awarded territory or region.
Q: What type of training will I receive before I open a store?
A: For U.S. Opportunities: FasTaco will provide initial training for a minimum of three individuals, which is conducted at the FasTaco Training Center in Burleson, Texas, prior to the new store opening. The training includes:
- 4 weeks of training
On-site training is also provided at the store opening.
For International Opportunities: Extensive training for the licensee and his/her staff consists of several weeks at FasTaco’s training center and at the corporate office.
Q: Is there a cost to attend the initial training?
A: For U.S. and International Opportunities: The cost for the initial training for the prospective franchisee/licensee and staff is included in the initial franchise fee for U.S. franchisees or the license fee for international licensees. However, the prospective franchisee/licensee is responsible for all other expenses incurred while attending training, including travel costs, room and board, and employee salaries.
Q: Is there ongoing support provided?
A: For U.S. and International Opportunities: You will have ongoing access to our expertise and materials in the areas of:
- Business development and administration
- Site selection and store leasing
- Construction
- Purchasing
- Training
- Store operations
- Quality control
- Advertising and promotions
- Marketing
- Research and development