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The investment for a new FASTSIGNS will vary primarily due to the size of your store and its location. Financing is available through third party lenders. FASTSIGNS recommends that you have a minimum net worth of $250,000, of which at least $75,000 is in liquid assets.
| Typical investment for a New FASTSIGNS center: |
| Franchise Fee |
$27,500 |
| Furniture, fixtures, equipment |
$54,505 |
| Construction/Store Build Out |
$29,677 |
| Advertising, professional fees, travel |
$28,977 |
| Total Investment* |
$140,659 |
| * Does not include working capital estimates. Please refer to our Franchise Disclosure Document for details. Totals shown are lowest projected costs. |
| Ongoing fees to FASTSIGNS |
| Royalty (paid monthly) |
6% of gross sales |
| Advertising Fund |
2% of gross sales |
FASTSIGNS provides an array of services, training and support for the Franchise Fee and ongoing Royalty and Advertising Fees, including but not limited to: Site Selection & Set-up
- On-site real estate selection
- Lease negotiation assistance
- FASTSIGNS® design package & construction assistance
- Territory exclusivity as described in the FDD
- Equipment selection
Marketing
- Proven sales & marketing systems
- National Advertising cooperative directed by franchisee council
- National Accounts Program
- Detailed first year marketing plan
Training
- Extensive 3 week New Owner Training Program
- Hiring and employee management guides
- Operating systems fully documented in a set of proprietary manuals
- Additional training for owners and employees during annual conventions and regional meetings, and via specifically-produced audio, video, and print materials
Operational Assistance
- Up to two weeks on-site Grand Opening assistance
- Complete operations & cash management systems
- Continuing support in all aspects of your operation via phone & store visits
- Informative operational bulletins
Technology
- Network wide intranet communication system
- Sophisticated Ecommerce capabilities
- Network homepage with individual store designation (www.fastsigns.com)
- Industry specific point-of-sale computer system
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