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Frequently Asked Questions

 

Q: Why is Mr. Checkout not a franchise?

A: We do not place any rules or restrictions on you, no royalties etc. You operate as an Independent with COMPLETE AUTONOMY. You are free to buy from any supplier that has the best price and we will recommend sources that have given us best wholesale costs as a group over the past 18 years.

Q: Why do Convenience Stores buy from Mr. Checkout Distributors?

A: Our retail store locations buy from us because we have the merchandise with us and our prices are competitive. On many items, our prices are below what they are now paying to the large wholesalers. If you are in a convenience store on a Thursday or Friday and they are out of Duracell batteries, they will buy your complete inventory rather than go without batteries for the weekend, even if your prices are the same as what they are now paying. Imagine if your prices are lower!

Q: Do I need a van for this business?

A: Yes. Your van becomes your office and warehouse. It is also important that when you pull up to a store that they see you are a professional and that the merchandise is being stored properly. No store owners wants to buy 2 pack Tylenols from a guy that opens up his tiny little trunk!

Q: Is the merchandise guaranteed to sell through?

A: This is usually not a problem. Our products like Duracell, Bic, Tylenol, Kodak, Krazy Glue, etc, sell at retail and have long expiration dates. If you have returns, our suppliers will work with you so it is a win-win for all. You can also closeout any products to our group via our daily email blasts that go out to all of our Distributors.

Q: How do I sign-up to join Mr. Checkout?

A: Simply call Bob 800-367-0076 and we will take the required info to hold your RMA (Recommended Marketing Area). He will go over all details including the signing of our agreement and funding your distributorship. Your training date will be assigned to you and inventory catalogs mailed within 24 hours.

Q: What is the cost of a Mr. Checkout Route Business?

A: Our packages are all outlined on page five of this document. Our basic program includes: Complete on-the-job training and 20 guaranteed retail store locations (all cash accounts). 200,000 population marketing area. $12,500 plus $6,000 Inventory = $18,500. Larger population packages with more locations are also available.

Q: What is the best way to get started?

A: The choice is entirely yours and depends on your situation. We have many Route Start-Up Plans to choose. Pick the Plan that is right for you and arrange a Start-Up date.

Q: Do I need to collect sales tax from my customers?

A: No. You will be wholesaling to your stores. They will supply you with their resale tax information for your records.

Q: What is the cost for shipping?

A: Many of our wholesale suppliers will cover the cost of shipping when you make the minimum order. For example, our wholesaler out of NY covers the shipping on all pallet orders over $3,000. Many of the novelty companies will also pay the shipping on master case orders.

Q: Do you give samples of your products?

A: No, this is not needed because we have most of the items with us in our vans as we call on the stores. Also, most of our products are national name-brand items that are already in the stores.

Q: Are all of your products available for immediate shipping?

A: All of our orders are shipped within 24 hours by most of our suppliers. However, on some orders it may take 1-3 days before it can be shipped.

Q: How do I "Check Out" Mr. Checkout?

A: We have been doing this since 1989 and have a stellar reputation. We are a member of the Better Business Bureau of Palm Beach, Florida and the BBB Online Program. Simply double click the BBB Logo on the top right of this page and it will bring up our corporate information and histoy. Many of our distributor members and the person who will help build your route is also available to speak with you. We want you to enter this with full confidence in us.

Q: Do I need any inventory space?

A: Yes. You will need at least 1 wall of a garage or 1/2 of a room inside your home. Many of our distributor members have a small rented storage area that is climate controlled.

Q: How do I know the store your trainer sets up is going to stay with me?

A: Most of the stores we sell will stay on as good, money making locations for your business. However, the purpose of the training is to teach you "how to open your own locations" so after we leave, you can continue to build your route.

Q: What is the average weekly business for 30 stores?

A: You will not have just 20 stores. That is only 1 day of work a week. We generally go to a store every other week and can do 15 a day because we do very little merchandising...if any. 20 is just a start. You will have over 100 locations if you are doing this full time. Your average store should return a profit of $1,000 per store per year.

Q: What is the typical profit percentage?

A: 25%.... If you sell $1,000 of merchandise to a store, you should have a $250 gross profit.

Q: How close will I be to my nearest supply source?

A: You are not locked in to any supplier. Any deal you find can be your source. Our best wholesale-to-distributor warehouses are out of New York, Texas and California. Most will ship the same day.

Q: Can I talk to some of your distributors?

A: Yes, upon request.

Q: How many stores can I handle with one van?

A: You can carry enough general merchandise for the checkout counter in a van to service up to 20 stores a day.