What is the current yearly gross for this route?
Currently this route grosses $2,027,021 per year. Income documentation will be provided to all serious buyers.
How do I get paid?
As an independent distributor you are paid per stop, per package, and through bonuses.
Can I finance the route?
There is no seller financing for this route, and unfortunately banks will NOT write business loans against route based businesses for several reasons. However if you need money, you can review additional Financing Options Here
What are my expenses and overhead?
Expenses include, but are not limited to: fuel, vehicle maintenance, payroll, scanners, uniforms, workers compensation, and insurance. The current owner estimates $1,754,742 per year in expenses/overhead for the business.
What type of insurance do I need?
Typically a single owner operator of a route distributorship will need commercial insurance for their delivery vehicle and business liability insurance. Owners with multiple employees will need a multiple vehicle policy and workers’ compensation. Routes For Sale now offers discounts on insurance! Through our size and volume, we have partnered with some of the largest insurance brokers in the nation to offer the best rates. Request Your Free Insurance Quote Here.
What type of vehicle do I need?
The current sellers own 25 vehicles that are included with the sale of the business. Some vehicles will be paid for free and clear and others will have require an assumable lease (expenses have already been accounted for in the cash flow). Vehicles include: Freightliners, International’s, Workhorse’s, Nissan’s, Ford Vans, Sprinter’s ranging in age from 2002-2012. The majority of the vehicles are newer and have a total estimated value of $500,000! All vehicle descriptions and inventory will be provided to serious/qualified buyers. If you are considering purchasing, leasing or financing a vehicle you can review additional information here.
Does the company provide a fuel incentive?
Yes, FedEx provides a fuel supplement based on current prices.
What is the Gross vs the Net income?
The gross income for the route is $2,027,021 per year, minus $1,754,742 estimated yearly expenses as mentioned above gives you the net of $272,279 per year as an absentee owner of the business!
How does the selling price of the route get determined?
FedEx owners determine the selling price of their route by using a 3 multiple of their yearly cash flow/net income. Routes that are turnkey with a full time manager in place sell for a 4 multiple or more.
What are the company requirements?
FedEx requires a third party background check, you must have no felonies and a decent driving record. Additionally 1 year of driving experience of a similar delivery vehicle you intend to drive within the last 3 years, or 5 years within the last 10 years if operating as an owner/driver of the business. If you do not meet these requirements, owners can now bypass the required experience by taking an approved FedEx course to qualify as drivers. Owners do not need to meet this requirement if they don’t intend to drive.
Do I have to sign a contract?
Yes, as an independent distributor you sign a service agreement to represent FedEx. The contract is to protect both the company and its distributors.
Is this a viable business model for growth?
Yes! Route values can be increased by new account openings, and additional growth in the area. FedEx uses sales reps to expand and develop the routes. In fact CNBC recently did a documentary called “Inside The Package Wars” showing the growth over the years of FedEx and it’s competitor UPS. View The Video Here.
Why is the distributor selling?
This business involves multiple owners who are restructuring investments.
Where is the Terminal/pickup location?
The routes operate out of three terminals located in North Wales, Bethlehem, and Scranton, PA.
How long has the business been established?
The current seller has owned routes through FedEx for 12 years.
How many days a week, and what hours do distributors work?
Drivers and managers work 5 days a week Tuesday through Saturday with Sunday and Monday’s off for Home Delivery Routes and Monday Through Friday with weekends off for ground Routes. Hours of operation are between 8am-5pm.
What about vacation time or personal days?
As an independent distributor/business owner you are responsible for servicing the route. It is our recommendation that you hire or train someone for additional time needed off. Additionally, you can network and hire distributors with previous route experience at RouteReliefDrivers.com. Route Relief Drivers is a nationwide network that allows independent route distributors and vacation relief drivers to connect with each other. Each party negotiates its own terms and compensation.
What is required in order to qualify for purchase?
Typically, most company routes or distributorships will require you to attend an interview for approval from the company, background check, and form an entity (must be an INC.). This not only protects the company, but also ensures protection of your business. If you need help forming this, we recommend that you Form A Corporation Here.
What else should I know?
FedEx Home Delivery and Ground has enjoyed a successful working relationship with independent contractors for nearly 25 years. These FedEx Home Delivery Routes are a turnkey business that includes 16 Home Delivery Routes, 3 Ground Routes (plus 1 supplemental), 20 vehicles worth an estimated $500,000, and 25 employees in place willing to transfer with the business if given the opportunity (includes 1 general manager and 2 driving managers). Large and rare opportunity priced at $1,200,000! Contact Us About This Route Here!
How can I learn more about these type of routes?
In order to provide New Buyers with as much information as possible we have put together a quick overview of the industry. Learn More About FedEx Routes Here!
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