We have posted some recent questions, along with Dan's written responses, for you to review. Some excellent questions are posted here, along with a few less serious ones too. We will add questions to this page periodically. Maybe your question will even be posted for others to review!
M.S. Arlington Heights
In the USA, complete turn-key Dollar Store packages are available starting at $65,000 and up to $499,000. Our price includes the following; New high quality fixtures (no tables or peg board), complete inventory, new carpeting, exterior signage, freight paid, cash register (s), check out counter (s), fax machine, free standing displays, build-out labor, and in-store training. Even the shopping baskets and grand opening banner are provided. The size of your store will vary from approximately. 1,300 square feet for the $65,000 package, up to approximately 17,000 square feet for the $499,000 package. (See below for Canadian Store Pricing.)
W.F. Huntington, New York
We believe that your success in this business is a function of how hard you work and how closely you follow the ASI operating guidelines. Of course customer service and great merchandise are key factors also. Many stores have a net income of at least 20% of the sales volume.
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N.M Perry, Florida
ASI will help you obtain your financing! We are affiliated with a network of the best professional loan companies in the country.
W.L. San Diego, California
Allied Systems Dollar Store owners can choose any name they like. Since we are not a franchise, you pick the name. We will check with your Secretary of State to see if your name choice is already in use. There are No Monthly Royalty Fees To Pay, Ever!
S.S. Newton, Massachusetts
Our in-house real estate department will assist you with the site selection. In our business location, location, location says it all. We will even help negotiate the terms of your lease, to get you the best possible rent structure.
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K. H. Montgomery, Alabama
ASI storeowners are part of a very special, large wholesale buying group. Our wholesale division deals directly with some of the nations largest and best importers and manufacturers of low-priced merchandise. You can get everything you need for your store from our wholesale division:
Holiday, Seasonal, Promotional, Closeouts, Housewares, Toys, Party Supplies, Cleaning Products, Cards, Balloons, Pet Products, Baby Products, Ceramics, Candles, Jewelry, Heath and Beauty Aids, Novelty, Hardware, Electronics, Hair and Nail Accessories, Sunglasses, Reading Glasses, Vitamins and Herbs, Snacks and Candy, and much, much more!
K. M. Columbus, Ohio
Each package is designed for a specific square footage and includes enough initial inventory and fixtures to adequately fill your store.
A. J. Lawrenceville, Georgia
No prior experience is required. The ability to work hard, to follow a proven successful system, and to treat your customers and employees, as you would like to be treated, is required.
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D.S. York, Pennsylvania
Yes! Our toll-free number is at your disposal for any assistance you may need for as long as you own your store. We provide quality, experienced services years after your store is opened.
L. D. Akron, Ohio
Please review our entire web site. Make sure and view the Dollar Store video. Then you can call us at (800) 365-9099 between the hours of 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM Mon-Fri Pacific Standard Time. Or simply fill out the on-line application and Dollar Dan, or an ASI representative will call you at a convenient time.
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