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TNS

TNS

1 locations

The total investment to open a TNS franchise ranges from $96,300 - $155,800. The initial franchise fee is $20,000. Ongoing royalties are 8%. TNS currently operates 1 locations (1 franchised). PeerSense FPI health score: 38/100.

Investment

$96,300 - $155,800

Franchise Fee

$20,000

Total Units

1

1 franchised

FPI Score
Low
38
SBA Lending
18
Lender Quality
3
Transparency
2
Reach
3
Momentum
12

Proprietary PeerSense metric

Fair
Capital Partners
1lenders available

Active capital sources verified for TNS financing

SBA

7(a) Eligible

21d

Avg Funding

P+2.25%

Best Rate

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FPI Score Breakdown

New/Niche (1-2 loans)

Limited Data
38out of 100
Fair
Market Momentum12/35

Are lenders increasingly or decreasingly funding this brand? Growing trends score highest.

Loan Safety18/25

Blended default rate (recent + all-time) compared to NAICS sector peers.

Lender Confidence3/15

Quality lenders actively backing this brand, with penalty for lender pullback.

Transparency2/15

FDD availability, Item 19 disclosure, and overall data completeness.

Footprint3/10

Geographic spread of SBA-funded locations across states.

SBA Lending Performance

SBA Default Rate

0.0%

vs 3.2% peer avg

SBA Loans

1

Total Volume

$0.1M

Active Lenders

1

States

1

vs. SBA Sector Average

+3.2%lower default rate

SBA loan default rate vs. all franchises in the same NAICS sector, not limited to direct competitors

SBA Lending Activity for TNS

What is the TNS franchise?

The Tns franchise boasts a rich history, tracing its origins to 1963 when its founder, Bill LeVine, established Postal Press, a commercial printing plant in Southern California. Recognizing an unmet demand for rapid, efficient printing of smaller jobs that traditional commercial printers often overlooked, LeVine innovatively converted Postal Press into a "while-you-wait" print center in 1964. This pioneering vision led to the establishment of Postal Instant Press in 1965, with the first location opening that very year. The Tns franchise then revolutionized the printing industry by launching its initial three franchise organizations in 1968, marking a significant milestone. Rapid expansion followed, propelled by a nationwide need for instant quality printing at prices more accessible than those offered by larger commercial printing entities. This strategic positioning was instrumental in propelling the quick printing industry to become one of the fastest-growing sectors throughout the 1970s. In 1994, the International Franchise Association (IFA) honored the legacy of PIP co-founder Bonnie LeVine by establishing the Bonnie LeVine Award, celebrating her profound contributions to franchising and her inspirational role for women in business. A pivotal moment in the Tns franchise's trajectory occurred in 1996 when it was acquired by another prominent leader in the quick print industry. Today, the Tns franchise operates as one of five distinguished brands under the umbrella of Franchise Services Inc. (FSI), headquartered in Mission Viejo, California. Richard Lowe currently serves as the President & CEO of Franchise Services Inc., continuing a legacy deeply rooted in the

FPI Score

38/100

SBA Default Rate

0.0%

Active Lenders

1

Key Highlights

Low SBA default rate (0.0%)

Data Insights

Key performance metrics for TNS based on SBA lending data

SBA Default Rate

0.0%

3.2% below peer avg

SBA Loan Volume

1 loans

Across 1 lenders

Lender Diversity

1 lenders

Avg 1.0 loans per lender

Investment Tier

Mid-range investment

$96,300 – $155,800 total

TNS: Deep SBA Data

Brand-specific metrics derived directly from SBA 7(a) approval records: peak lending year, leading state, average loan size, and lender concentration. PeerSense computes these per brand so capital advisors and prospective franchisees can benchmark this opportunity against the rest of the franchise universe.

Peak SBA Year

2015

1 approvals. The best year on record for TNS.

Top SBA State

Florida

1 SBA-financed TNS locations, the densest operator footprint.

Average Loan Size

$111K

Median $111K. Use as a sizing anchor when modeling your own $TNS unit.

Lender Concentration

100%

Concentrated

Share of TNS approvals captured by the top 3 SBA lenders.

TNS's SBA lending pipeline peaked in 2015 (1 approvals). Operator density is highest in Florida with 1 SBA-financed locations. Average funded ticket sits at $111K, with the median at $111K. Lender mix is concentrated: the top three SBA lenders account for 100% of approvals. Credit decisions concentrate with a small group of incumbents.

Payment Estimator

Loan Amount$77K
Interest Rate9.5%
Term (Years)10 yr

Estimated Monthly Payment

$997

Principal & Interest only

Indicative only, as of August 1, 2026. Not a quote, commitment or offer of credit. Final pricing, leverage and terms are determined by the lender at underwriting, after full transaction materials are reviewed. PeerSense does not lend and does not set pricing. What these terms mean.

Locations

TNS, unit breakdown

Total Units
N/A
Franchisee Owned
System Owned
Closed

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