Source: FranopolisFast-Fix Jewelry and Watch Repairs
Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs is a repair-service franchise serving customers who need watch, jewelry, eyeglass frame, and smartphone repairs. Its franchisees also provide engraving and custom jewelry design services. The business operates repair shops and offers mail-in repair services, with customers able to locate stores by city, state, ZIP code, or specific service.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in October 1986.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The current franchisor was formed on October 14, 1986 as a Pennsylvania corporation.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s affiliate JRE Franchising, Inc. has offered Fast-Fix Service Center franchises in Ireland since February 2004.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We began offering franchises for Fast-Fix Service Centers in October 1986.
We are a Pennsylvania corporation that was incorporated on October 14, 1986.
Source NotesOur affiliate JRE Franchising, Inc. (“JREF”) has offered Fast-Fix Service Center franchises in Ireland since February 2004.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Deposits - Kiosk | $300 to $400 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Utility Deposits $300 to $400 |
| Insurance Premium (3 months) - Kiosk | $2,000 to $2,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Insurance Premium (3 months) $2,000 to $2,500 |
| Total - Inline Store | $177,700 to $362,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Total 9 $177,700–362,500 |
| Landlord Rent (3 months) - Inline Store | $9,000 to $22,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Landlord Rent 4 (3 months) $9,000 to $22,000 |
| Utility Deposits - Inline Store | $300 to $400 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Utility Deposits $300 to $400 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) - Kiosk | $15,400 to $25,600 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Additional Funds 8 (3 months) $15,400 to $25,600 |
| Lease Deposit - Kiosk | $0 to $25,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Lease Deposit 4 $0 to $25,000 |
| Insurance Premium (3 months) - Inline Store | $2,000 to $2,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Insurance Premium (3 months) $2,000 to $2,500 |
| Landlord Rent (3 months) - Kiosk | $5,000 to $18,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Landlord Rent 4 (3 months) $5,000 to $18,000 |
| Preopening Advertising - Kiosk | $4,000 to $6,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Preopening Advertising 6 $4,000 to $6,000 |
| Fixtures, Inventory & Equipment - Inline Store | $40,000 to $100,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Fixtures, Inventory & Equipment $40,000 to $100,000 |
| Professional Fees/Licenses/Permits - Inline Store | $12,000 to $16,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Professional Fees/ Licenses/ Permits 7 $12,000 to $16,000 |
| Initial Training Expenses - Kiosk | $2,000 to $4,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Initial Training Expenses 3 $2,000 to $4,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) - Inline Store | $25,400 to $35,600 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Additional Funds 8 (3 months) $25,400 to $35,600 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Kiosk | $20,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Initial Franchise Fee 2 $20,000 |
| Lease Deposit - Inline Store | $0 to $25,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Lease Deposit 4 $0 to $25,000 |
| Total - Kiosk | $114,700 to $227,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Total 9 $114,700 to $227,500 |
| POS System - Kiosk | $2,000 to $5,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 POS System $2,000 to $5,000 |
| Preopening Advertising - Inline Store | $5,000 to $7,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Preopening Advertising 6 $5,000 to $7,000 |
| Construction & Development - Kiosk | $15,000 to $55,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Construction & Development 5 $15,000 to $55,000 |
| Fixtures, Inventory & Equipment - Kiosk | $45,000 to $60,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Fixtures, Inventory & Equipment $45,000 to $60,000 |
| Initial Training Expenses - Inline Store | $2,000 to $4,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Initial Training Expenses 3 $2,000 to $4,000 |
| POS System - Inline Store | $2,000 to $5,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 POS System $2,000 to $5,000 |
| Construction & Development - Inline Store | $60,000 to $125,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Construction & Development 5 $60,000 to $125,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Inline Store | $20,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Initial Franchise Fee 2 $20,000 |
| Professional Fees/Licenses/Permits - Kiosk | $4,000 to $6,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 Professional Fees/ Licenses/ Permits 7 $4,000 to $6,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee
View Disclosed Terms
You pay us a nonrefundable $20,000 initial franchise fee at the time you sign the Franchise Agreement.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
View Disclosed Terms
6% of monthly Gross Sales, subject to minimum royalty fee (if applicable)
2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
- 2% of Gross Sales
View Disclosed Terms
Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Royalty Fee | Minimum royalty fee is $14,400 for each 12-month period beginning the 13 th month after opening. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Brand Fund Fee | 2% of Gross Sales | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Management Fee | Up to $500 per day plus Travel Expenses and other costs we incur to manage your Business | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | You pay us a nonrefundable $20,000 initial franchise fee at the time you sign the Franchise Agreement. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Travel Expense Reimbursement | We estimate our Travel Expenses could range from $1,000 to $3,000 per visit (assuming the visit lasts 1 to 2 days). | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Multi-Unit Discounted Initial Franchise Fee | Multi-Unit $5,000 discount ($15,000 initial franchise fee) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Franchise Advertising Program Fee - Kiosk | Currently $150 per month for a Kiosk | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of monthly Gross Sales, subject to minimum royalty fee (if applicable) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Franchise Advertising Program Fee - Inline Store | $175 per month for an Inline Store | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Default Inspection Fee | $1,000 per person per day plus Travel Expenses | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| New Product or Supplier Testing Cost | Cost of testing (estimated to range from $250 to $500 per test) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Veterans Discounted Initial Franchise Fee | Veterans 50% discount ($10,000 initial franchise fee) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Noncompliance Fee - Renewal Agreement | $250 per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Registration Fee for Conferences or Conventions | Up to $1,000 per person per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Local Advertising Commitment | 1% of monthly Gross Sales (increased to 2% of Gross Sales if we discontinue Brand Fund) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Late Fee | $50 plus default interest at lesser of (a) 18% per annum (prorated on daily basis) or (b) highest rate allowed by applicable law | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Default Fee and Reimbursements | $1,000 per day plus reimbursement of Travel Expenses and other costs we incur to remedy breach | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Training Fee for Transfer Buyer | Buyer must also pay our then-current training fee (currently $7,500). | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology Fee | Up to $2,000 per month (currently $137 or $177 per month for POS system fees that we collect from you and remit to the licensor) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Noncompliance Fee - Other Matters | Up to $500 per incident | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Special Assistance Fee | $1,000 per person per day (plus Travel Expenses for onsite assistance) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTraining & Support
SourcesThe main components include: 1 tablet or computer; 1 to 2 POS terminals; cash drawer; credit card reader; LightSpeed (ERP and POS system); and Ikeono (customer communication and photo tool).
2025 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe main components include: 1 tablet or computer; 1 to 2 POS terminals; cash drawer; credit card reader; LightSpeed (ERP and POS system); and Ikeono (customer communication and photo tool).
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2024
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 123 | 7 | 130 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 20 |
| 2023 | 117 | 5 | 122 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 112 | 4 | 116 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
Review The Source Figures
2022 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2022 126 123 -3
Company-Owned 2022 9 7 -2
Total Outlets 2022 135 130 -5
2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 123 117 -6
Company-Owned 2023 7 5 -2
Total Outlets 2023 130 122 -8
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 117 112 -5
Company-Owned 2024 5 4 -1
SourcesTotal Outlets 2024 122 116 -6
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor began offering franchises in October 1986.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The current franchisor was formed on October 14, 1986 as a Pennsylvania corporation.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s affiliate JRE Franchising, Inc. has offered Fast-Fix Service Center franchises in Ireland since February 2004.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We began offering franchises for Fast-Fix Service Centers in October 1986.
We are a Pennsylvania corporation that was incorporated on October 14, 1986.
Source NotesOur affiliate JRE Franchising, Inc. (“JREF”) has offered Fast-Fix Service Center franchises in Ireland since February 2004.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Gregory Diem (Director), Anita Briggs (Office Manager and Franchise Administrator) and Benjamin L. Russell (Executive Vice President of Operations).
2025 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 2 · View Source
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Director: Gregory Diem
Office Manager and Franchise Administrator: Anita Briggs
Source NotesExecutive Vice President of Operations: Benjamin L. Russell
11Support, Training And Advertising
The main components include: 1 tablet or computer; 1 to 2 POS terminals; cash drawer; credit card reader; LightSpeed (ERP and POS system); and Ikeono (customer communication and photo tool).
2025 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe main components include: 1 tablet or computer; 1 to 2 POS terminals; cash drawer; credit card reader; LightSpeed (ERP and POS system); and Ikeono (customer communication and photo tool).
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
No patents or pending patent applications are material to the franchise.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesNo patents or pending patent applications are material to the franchise.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figures to promote our franchises.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2024, the FDD reports 112 franchised locations and 4 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 20 · View Source
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