Cooper's Scoopers is a new area representative franchise for pet waste removal services launched in December 2024. The franchise offers area representative rights to recruit and support unit franchisees in exchange for commissions on initial franchise fees and royalties. With zero operating units currently, this is a startup franchise with significant business risk. The CEO John T. Hewitt has extensive litigation history from his previous company Liberty Tax, including settled shareholder derivative actions and DOJ investigations. The area representative model requires less hands-on involvement than traditional franchises, making it semi-absentee friendly. Investment costs are relatively moderate at $159,650-$320,400, but potential franchisees should carefully consider the lack of proven business model and operating history.
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