Top 100 Franchises
2014
Since 1980, Estrella Insurance has built its foundation on values and excellent customer service. By continuing to exceed customers' expectations with outstanding service and competitive rates, Estrella Insurance continues to be the #1 choice for all insurance needs. Estrella Insurance offers a wide variety of coverage, including auto, homeowners, commercial, business, boat, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle. Estrella Insurance is proud of its excellence in both customer and franchisee support; it strives to maintain friendly dedication and expertise to its loyal customers and provides an environment in which franchisees and employees can experience a high degree of job satisfaction and personal involvement.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 51 | 6.25% | 0 | -- | 51 | 6.25% |
| 2011 | 48 | 6.67% | 0 | -- | 48 | 6.67% |
| 2010 | 45 | -- | 0 | -- | 45 | -- |
Investment Required
The fee for an Estrella Insurance franchise is $25,000. Estrella Insurance provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
| Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Construction Leasehold, Improvements, Remodeling and Decorating Costs | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Office Supplies | $500 | $1,000 |
| Equipment, Furnishings, Fixtures & Other Fixed Assets | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Computer | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Signage | $2,200 | $4,500 |
| Insurance | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Expenses While Training | $500 | $2,500 |
| Security Deposits, Utility Deposits, Business Licenses and Other Prepaid Expenses | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| New Agency Package | $250 | $500 |
| Fictitious Name Registration and/or Incorporation and Legal Review | $500 | $1,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $500 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $49,950 | $84,000 |
Ongoing Expenses
Estrella Insurance franchisees pay a monthly royalty fee of 10% of net commissions and a monthly marketing fund fee of 5% of net commissions.
What You Get: Training and Support
Estrella Insurance initial training includes 80 hours of classroom training in corporate offices in Miami, Florida, on topics including introduction to insurance, agency management, customer service, sales, human resources, operations, and "hands-on" service to customers. The classroom training is followed by 264 hours of on the job training at the franchisee's facility, including assistance with pre-opening publicity. Facility set-up is assisted with detailed design plans for office layout and interior decoration, exterior sign design, and training in the accounting system and operations of the on-line computer terminal. Estrella Insurance has ongoing support for franchisees in important areas, such as assistance with local advertising, and participation in regional advertising. Estrella conducts regular inspections and evaluations on standards of quality, service, merchandising, and advertising, in order to enhance uniformity and quality control. Ongoing assistance is always available for franchisees via telephone.
Territory
Estrella Insurance grants exclusive territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2013 FDD.
2013
Since 1980, Estrella Insurance has built its foundation on values and excellent customer service. By continuing to exceed customers' expectations with outstanding service and competitive rates, Estrella Insurance continues to be the #1 choice for all insurance needs. Estrella Insurance offers a wide variety of coverage, including auto, homeowners, commercial, business, boat, motorcycle or recreational vehicle. Estrella Insurance is proud of its excellence in both customer and franchisee support; it strives to maintain friendly dedication and expertise to its loyal customers and provides an environment in which franchisees and employees can experience a high degree of job satisfaction and personal involvement.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 48 | 6.67% | 0 | -- | 48 | 6.67% |
| 2010 | 45 | 104.55% | 0 | -100.0% | 45 | 2.27% |
| 2009 | 22 | -- | 22 | -- | 44 | -- |
Investment Required
The fee for an Estrella Insurance franchise is $25,000. Estrella Insurance provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
| Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Construction Leasehold, Improvements, Remodeling and Decorating Costs | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Office Supplies | $500 | $1,000 |
| Equipment, Furnishings, Fixtures & Other Fixed Assets | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Computer | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Signage | $2,200 | $4,500 |
| Insurance | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Expenses While Training | $500 | $2,500 |
| Security Deposits, Utility Deposits, Business Licenses and Other Prepaid Expenses | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| New Agency Package | $250 | $500 |
| Fictitious Name Registration and/or Incorporation and Legal Review | $500 | $1,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $500 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $49,950 | $84,000 |
Ongoing Expenses
Estrella Insurance franchisees pay a monthly royalty fee of 10% of net commissions and a monthly marketing fund fee of 5% of net commissions.
What You Get: Training and Support
Estrella Insurance initial training includes 80 hours of classroom training in corporate offices in Miami, Florida, on topics including introduction to insurance, agency management, customer service, sales, human resources, operations and "hands-on" service to customers. The classroom training is followed by 264 hours of on the job training at the franchisee's facility, including assistance with pre-opening publicity. Facility set-up is assisted with detailed design plans for office layout and interior decoration, exterior sign design, and training in the accounting system and operations of the on-line computer terminal. Estrella Insurance has ongoing support for franchisees in important areas, such as assistance with local advertising, and participation in regional advertising. Estrella conducts regular inspections and evaluations on standards of quality, service, merchandising and advertising, in order to provide advice, consultation and training, in order to enhance uniformity and quality control. Ongoing assistance is always available for franchisees via telephone.
Territory
Estrella Insurance grants exclusive territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2012 FDD.
2012
Since 1980 Estrella Insurance has built its foundation on values and excellent customer service. By continuing to exceed customers' expectations with outstanding service and competitive rates, Estrella Insurance continues to be the #1 choice for all insurance needs. Estrella Insurance offers a wide variety of coverage, including auto, homeowners, commercial, business, boat, motorcycle or recreational vehicle.
Estrella Insurance is proud of their excellence in both customer and franchisee support; they strive to maintain friendly dedication and expertise to their loyal customers and provide an environment where franchisees and employees can experience a high degree of job satisfaction and personal involvement.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 45 | 104.55% | 0 | -100.0% | 45 | 2.27% |
| 2009 | 22 | 46.67% | 22 | -26.67% | 44 | -2.22% |
| 2008 | 15 | -- | 30 | -- | 45 | -- |
Investment Required
The fee for an Estrella Insurance franchise is $25,000. Estrella Insurance provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
| Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Construction Leasehold, Improvements, Remodeling and Decorating Costs | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Office Supplies | $500 | $1,000 |
| Equipment, Furnishings, Fixtures & Other Fixed Assets | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Computer | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Signage | $2,200 | $4,500 |
| Insurance | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Expenses While Training | $500 | $2,500 |
| Security Deposits, Utility Deposits, Business Licenses and Other Prepaid Expenses | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| New Agency Package | $250 | $500 |
| Fictitious Name Registration and/or Incorporation and Legal Review | $500 | $1,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $500 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $49,950 | $84,000 |
Ongoing Expenses
Estrella Insurance franchisees pay a monthly royalty fee of 10% of net commissions and a monthly marketing fund fee of 5% of net commissions.
What You Get: Training and Support
Estrella Insurance initial training includes 80 hours of classroom training in corporate offices in Miami, Florida on topics including introduction to insurance, agency management, customer service, sales, human resources, operations and "hands-on" service to customers. The classroom training is followed by 264 hours of on the job training at the franchisee's facility and assistance with pre-opening publicity. Facility set-up is assisted with detailed design plans for office layout and interior decoration, exterior sign design, and training with the accounting system and operations of the on-line computer terminal. Estrella Insurance has ongoing support for franchisees in important areas such as assistance with local advertising and participation in regional advertising. Estrella conducts regular inspections and evaluations on standards of quality, service, merchandising and advertising in order to provide advice, consultation or training and enhance uniformity and quality control. Ongoing assistance is always available for franchisees via telephone.
Territory
Estrella Insurance grants exclusive territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2011 FDD.
