Overview
Why Reading Town?
Reading Town is a professional services brand with over 25 years of operating history and 19 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.
The Numbers
Investment & Fees
- Total initial investment
- —
- Initial franchise fee
- $25K – $35K
- Royalty fee
- Available on request
- Ad / marketing fee
- Available on request
Regulatory Filings
FDDs on file
Latest FDD on file: 2021. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.
Who's Operating It
12 franchisees of Reading Town
CHUL BAE
Fort Lee, New Jersey
1unitEUN SOCK KIM
Closter, New Jersey
1unitHAYOUNG CHUNG
Irvine, California
1unitHELLEN KIM
Old Tappan, New Jersey
1unitKWANG HEE LEE
Cerritos, California
1unitKYEONG-AH CHOI
Flushing, New York
1unitKYUNA CHOI
Torrance, California
1unitSOOKHEE SONG
La Habra, California
1unit
Why every serious buyer requests the FDD
The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.
- Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
- Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
- Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
- Item 21: audited financial statements
Frequently Asked
Reading Town franchise FAQ
Is Reading Town a franchise?
Yes. Reading Town is a franchise in the professional services category, which means you can own and operate a Reading Town location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Reading Town franchise fee?
The Reading Town initial franchise fee is $25K – $35K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.
How many Reading Town franchise locations are there?
Reading Town operates 19 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.
When was Reading Town founded?
Reading Town was founded in 2001, giving the brand 25 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.
Is a Reading Town franchise profitable?
Reading Town unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Reading Town FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.
How do I apply for a Reading Town franchise opportunity?
Submit a request through this page to receive the Reading Town Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.
Where can I get the Reading Town FDD?
The current Reading Town FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.
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