FASTSIGNS
FASTSIGNS
2550 Midway Rd., # 150
Carrollton, TX 75006-2357
800#: (800) 827-7446 + 283
Tel: (214) 346-5616
Fax: (972) 248-8201
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.fastsigns.com
Contact: Mr. Bill McPherson, VP Franchise Sales
FASTSIGNS sign centers produce complete computer-generated signs and graphics for the business community. FASTSIGNS is the acknowledged leader of the quick sign industry. Rated #7 in Success Magazine's 1999 Franchisee Satisfaction Survey. Quality systems include comprehensive 3 week training, on-going support, unique marketing materials and National Accounts program. Site selection assistance and the latest industry equipment.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1985
First Franchise: 1986
Franchise Units: 438
Company-Owned Units:
Total Units: 438
Distribution:
U.S. -- 370;
Canada -- 9;
International -- 59
�North America -- Operations in 41 States, 2 Provinces
�States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 47 in TX, 34 in CA, 20 in IL
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:20
Franchisee Qualifications:5, 4, 1, 1, 3, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: All States and AB
Average Number of Employees: 6 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,400 SF; SC
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Encourage Conversion: Yes
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $50-75K
Total Investment: $148-219K
Average Total Investment: $183.5K
Minimum Net Worth: $200K
Fees
�Franchise: $20K;
�Average Franchise Fee: $20.0K
�Royalty: 6%
�Average Royalty: 6.0%
�Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 20/10
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements: Yes
Sub-Franchising Contracts: Int
Expand In Territory: Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Financial Assistance: Yes(I)
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Association / Member: Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 75
On-Going Support: C,D,E,G,H,I (Click here for an explanation)
Training: 3 Weeks in Dallas, TX.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: All Canada
Overseas: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, New Zealand, Australia, Colombia, Mexico, Brazil
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