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Signs First
813 Ridge Lake Blvd., # 495
Memphis, TN 38120
800#: (800) 852-2163
Tel: (901) 682-2264
Fax: (901) 682-2475
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.signsfirst.com
Contact: Ms. Peggy Cahoon, Office Manager
SIGNS FIRST is the only franchise with over 25 years sign industry experience. We specialize in computer-generated, one-day temporary and permanent signs for retail, professional and commercial businesses on a cash and carry basis. Franchisee support is unparalleled with comprehensive training, on-going technological support and marketing assistance.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1966
First Franchise: 1989
Franchise Units: 33
Company-Owned Units:
Total Units: 33
Distribution:
U.S. -- 42;
Canada -- 0;
International -- 0
�North America -- Operations in 17 States
�States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 13 in TN, 12 in MS, 3 in CO
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:5
Franchisee Qualifications:3, 4, 3, 1, 3, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: FL
Average Number of Employees: 2 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,500 SF; FS, SF, SC, RM
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Encourage Conversion: Yes
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $20K
Total Investment: $20-65K
Average Total Investment: $42.5K
Minimum Net Worth: $250K
Fees
�Franchise: $10-15K;
�Average Franchise Fee: $12.5K
�Royalty: 6%
�Average Royalty: 6.0%
�Advertising: 0%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Discouraged
Area Development Agreements: Yes/10
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory: Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Financial Assistance: N/A
Cooperative Advertising: No
Franchisee Association / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 6
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,I (Click here for an explanation)
Training: 2 Weeks Memphis, TN; 1 Week + Follow-Up Visit in Store.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: No
Overseas: No
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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