Fastsigns
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September 7, 2021
FASTSIGNS
FASTSIGNS is the leader and ranked # 1 by number of units in North America, verified by third party sources such as Entrepreneur, Franchise Business Review and Franchise Research Institute. This provides us great buying power with key suppliers and vendors, thus reducing franchisees’ costs and increasing their profit margins. In addition, we are the only franchise in the sign & graphics category with a $7 million national advertising fund focused on national television ads, SEO and PPC to drive customers to franchisees’ centers.
They See Signs. You See Dollar Signs.
Now more than ever, businesses look to FASTSIGNS® for innovative ways to connect with customers in a highly competitive marketplace. Our high standards for quality and customer service have made FASTSIGNS the most recognized brand in the industry, driving significantly more traffic to the web than any other sign company.
We Also Lead In These Important Areas:
- Entrepreneur magazine #1 in Category: 2017 – 2021; 44 Overall
- Franchise Business Review Franchisee Satisfaction Award 2006-2021
- Franchise Business Review – Best in Category 2018
- Franchise Business Review – Top Franchises for Woman 2019
- CFA Franchisees’ Choice Designation – 2011-2021
- Forbes – America’s Best Franchises 2019
- FASTSIGNS is one of only a handful of franchises approved for $20 million in SBA financing for approved franchise candidate
What Does a FASTSIGNS Franchise Cost?
To buy a franchise with FASTSIGNS, you’ll need to have at least $100,000 in liquid capital and a minimum net worth of $300,000. Franchisees can expect to make a total investment of $233,555 – $307,308. FASTSIGNS charges a franchise fee of $49,750. They also offer financing via 3rd party. *
Requirements
Financial requirements for this franchise:
- Liquid Capital: $100,000
- Net Worth: $300,000
- Total Investment: $233,555 - $307,308
- Franchise Fee: $49,750
Options
Options available to Franchisees:
- Financing: Via 3rd party
- Training: Available
- Veterans & First Responders Discount: $24,875 (50%)
Franchisor Details
Facts about this Franchise:
- Total Units: USA - 658; Canada - 36; International - 52
- Home Office: Carrollton, TX
- Year Founded: 1985
- Franchising Since: 1986
- Subsector: Sign Stores
- Veteran Owned Units: 65
Strong Support Drives More Business To Your Doors.
In an industry that’s experiencing unprecedented growth and rapid innovation, you want a leadership team that can provide strong strategic direction. FASTSIGNS excels here, too. We invest in our franchise owners by offering a royalty reduction of 50% in the first year for a faster ramp up. And you also have the benefit of dedicated support in:
- Site selection and build-out
- Four weeks of training
- 1 week in a FASTSIGNS center
- 2 weeks at our Dallas Headquarters
- 1 week onsite in your new center
- Pre-opening marketing blitz
- Grand opening support and guidance
- Dedicated Business Consultants
- Franchisee Mentor Program
- 24-hour web-based learning management
- Outside sales support
FASTSIGNS Creates More Opportunity.
As a FASTSIGNS franchise owner, your earnings potential is unlimited. And you’ll enjoy owning a business with these compelling features:
- Over 735 locations in 9 countries
- Low staffing requirements
- Business-to-business hours
- Professional business clientele
- Attractive margins
- Strong brand name recognition
- More than 35 year proven history
- Highly visible low cost real estate
- $11 Million National Ad Fund
- Low inventory
- Buying power with key suppliers and vendors
Need More Convincing?
FASTSIGNS is the only franchisor in our industry to include a full Financial Performance Representation (Item 19) in our Franchise Disclosure Document, including information on our 2020 center average and top quartile Owners Discretionary Profit (ODP):
Top Quartile Owners Discretionary Profit (ODP): 34.5% or 1,525,089
Full Service Owners Discretionary Profit (ODP): 21.4% or 971,803
Ideal Candidate
Ideal candidates and existing franchisees come from all walks of life however those with strong senior or executive level experience in Sales, Project Management, Technology, or overall Management ( CEO, CFO, COO) often do best as this business is about managing relationships and people. FASTSIGNS is also a great business for two (Husband/Wife) or other teams. FASTSIGNS is also a great family business; many franchisees engage their children in the business.