FASTSIGNS - Franchise


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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 as #1 in our category. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!

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FASTSIGNS
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2024

Minimum Cash Required $65,000
Year Founded 1985
# of Existing Units 750
Training & Support Yes
Military/Veteran Promotion Yes
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    Overview

    FASTSIGNS - Franchise

    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 - 2022; 47 Overall
    • Franchise Business Review Franchisee Satisfaction Award 2006-2022
    • Franchise Business Review - Top Franchises for Woman 2022
    • 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

    Industry Leading Support Separates Us From Our Competitors

    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 Opportunity to Make Your Statement

    As a FASTSIGNS franchise owner, your earnings potential is unlimited. And you’ll enjoy owning a business with these compelling features:

    • Over 750 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 2021 center average and top quartile Owners Discretionary Profit (ODP):

    • Top Quartile Owners Discretionary Profit (ODP): 34.8% or 1,379,287
    • Full Service Owners Discretionary Profit (ODP): 20.6% or 1,063,802

    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.

    Military & Veteran Promotions

    50% of veterans and first responders

    Testimonials

    My career prior to FASTSIGNS required a lot of travel, so I was looking for a business opportunity that’s open five days a week with regular hours. With FASTSIGNS I get to own my own business, my schedule is flexible and I don’t have to work weekends. It’s the best of both worlds.Laurie Sigillito
    I've always been entrepreneurial by heart, but I liked the structured systems FASTSIGNS has in place. It was important to me that I have an experienced team of professionals behind me that were dedicated to achieving my success. There's no better system if you are looking to get into the business.Clint Ehlers

    Press Releases & Awards

    21 Feb, 2023 - FASTSIGNS INTERNATIONAL, INC. NAMES U.S. AND CANADIAN VENDOR OF THE YEAR
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    13 Feb, 2023 - Seasoned Franchisees Honored with Highest Award in the FASTSIGNS Network
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    10 Feb, 2023 - FASTSIGNS Recognizes Achievements and Honors Franchisees during 2023 FASTSIGNS International Convention in Las Vegas, NV
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    24 Jan, 2023 - Propelled Brands Announces Andrea Hohermuth as FASTSIGNS International, Inc. President
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    10 Jan, 2023 - FASTSIGNS® Ranked #1 in Category on Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive Franchise 500® List for the Seventh Consecutive Year
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