Just Between Friends

$JBFSF500 #501
CategoryChildren's Businesses
SubcategoryChildren's Retail
Locations151
Franchisee Count143
Franchise Fee$24,900
Item 7 Low$67,365
Item 7 Midpoint$130,740
Item 7 High$194,115
Royalty Fees3% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund3%
Sold Not Open0
Founded2003
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business22
Began FranchisingAugust 2003
HQReading, PA
Executives12
LinksWeb
Main Phone610-739-4766
FDD IssuedApril 10, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Just Between Friends Franchise System, Inc. offers franchises for the establishment and operation of seasonal, temporary, in-person consignment sales events for gently-used maternity and children's clothing, toys, and baby equipment, where consignors receive 60-70% of sales proceeds.

Just Between Friends Franchise System, Inc. is a Pennsylvania corporation formed in 2003, with CEO Tracy Panase and COO Allison Stephens leading the executive team. The company has no parents or affiliates.

Just Between Friends Franchise System, Inc. offers franchises for the establishment and operation of seasonal, temporary, in-person consignment sales events for gently-used maternity and children's clothing, toys, and baby equipment, where consignors receive 60-70% of sales proceeds.

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