Paul Kushnir used to run 230 Sprint stores. He knows what a good franchise system feels like, and what a bad one costs you.
So when he signed with PayMore in April 2024, he knew what a massive opportunity there was. He opened his first store that September. Eighteen months later, he has five locations across Kansas City and St. Louis, with nine more in development.
“We currently have five PayMore locations across Kansas and Missouri, three in Kansas City and two new locations in St. Louis. Our first store opened in September 2024, so we’ve scaled quickly, opening another four locations in just 18 months,” Kushnir said. “What’s been especially surprising, and exciting, is the immediate demand for the service. From the day a store goes live on Google, customers start walking in and the phone starts ringing. We’ve seen stores ramp up quickly despite introducing a new brand and concept into the market. Our first location in Overland Park generated $1,309,923 in gross sales during 2025, and the growth continues as we acquire new customers every day. Repeat business consistently exceeds 25% each month. Even more impressive, our St. Louis locations matched the traffic levels of our Kansas City stores during their very first month open. PayMore’s technology platform and operating systems make it incredibly easy to hire, train, and onboard employees, allowing new locations to hit the ground running from day one.”*
This is what’s happening across the PayMore system right now: operators open one store, watch it perform, and go all in on more.
Why Experienced Operators Are Betting on PayMore
Chris Phillips isn’t new to franchising either. What sold him on PayMore was how the model held up once he was actually running it.
“What initially attracted me to PayMore was how strong and straightforward the model is, and as a franchisee, what’s kept me impressed is how scalable and adaptable it has proven to be,” Phillips said. “From day one, the PayMore corporate team has consistently delivered innovation that helps franchisees succeed. Marketing, operations, technology, training, every pillar is designed to help store owners win. You’re not figuring it out on your own. There’s a real infrastructure behind you, and it shows up in the day-to-day.”
His Bustelton, PA location opened in July 2024 and reached $1,428,696 in gross sales in 2025,* one of the fastest ramp-ups in the system.
Then there’s Milo Leakehe, Managing Partner at Imbue Capital, whose portfolio includes Crumbl Cookies, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, and Rolling Suds, among others. Multi-brand operators like Imbue don’t add a concept unless the numbers and the operations both check out.
“PayMore has been an incredible brand to grow with. What stood out to us from the beginning was how quickly the company moves. The corporate team is constantly improving the technology, refining operations, and making the business better in real time,” Leakehe said. “We joined because we saw how scalable the model was, and in just two years, we’ve grown to 13 stores with another three opening by the end of this year. From an operations standpoint, this business checks a lot of boxes. The initial investment is one of the lowest we’ve seen in franchising, build-out costs have continued to improve, staffing is manageable, and the day-to-day operations are far less stressful than many other concepts we’ve operated. Employee retention has also been noticeably better compared to food or home service brands. What gives us the most confidence is the long-term outlook. The demand for affordable, pre-owned electronics continues to grow, especially as consumers become more value-conscious. We’ve seen strong momentum heading into 2026, sales are increasing, costs are improving, and the future of the PayMore brand feels brighter than ever.”
The Difference Is in the Day-to-Day
Ask franchisees what actually makes PayMore work, and the answers all point to the same thing: it’s easier to run.
Nick Facchiano opened his Cary, NC location in December 2019 and posted $1,858,002 in gross sales in 2025,* the highest reported figure in the current Item 19*. He credits it to location, people, and product, but he’s quick to point out what ties it together.
“Cary had a great year, and I chalk it up to location, people, and product. We’re in a tech-heavy market with IT sellers and savvy buyers, so the quality of inventory is high,” Facchiano said. “But the real differentiator is our team, they build relationships, bring hospitality, and actually educate customers when they’re buying. Mix that with the PayMore OS making everything seamless, and you’ve got a winning formula.”
Leakehe put it plainly, too: employee retention has been noticeably better at PayMore than at the food and home service brands in his portfolio. Lower stress, easier staffing, lower build-out costs. It adds up.
A Category With Real Momentum
None of this is happening in a vacuum. Consumers are more value-conscious than ever, and the demand for affordable, pre-owned electronics keeps climbing, a trend Leakehe pointed to as the reason he’s confident heading into 2026.
What This Means If You’re Considering a Franchise
The pattern across these stories is consistent. Operators open their first store, it performs, and they reinvest in more units within months, not years. That’s not a coincidence. It’s a sign of a system built to scale with the people running it.
If you’re exploring franchise opportunities and want a model backed by real operator results, PayMore’s growth story is worth a closer look: https://fransmart.com/brand/paymore-electronics-franchise/why-paymore/
*The numbers illustrate the total Gross Sales generated by the franchise-operated and affiliate-operated stores during the Applicable Measurement Period (Jan. 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025), as stated in Item 19 of the PayMore Franchise Disclosure Document dated April 17, 2026. “Gross Sales” are calculated as total sales minus tax and customer refunds. These outlets have earned this amount. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance you will earn as much.
