Signarama

As companies compete more and more for consumers' attention, brand recognition and local advertising has become vitally important to businesses. Further, this need for customized messaging has catapulted the sign industry into more than a $49 billion market.

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Signarama Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

As companies compete more and more for consumers' attention, brand recognition and local

advertising has become vitally important to businesses. Further, this need for customized messaging

has catapulted the sign industry into more than a $49 billion market.

 

Participate in this explosive growth by joining Signarama, ranked #1 in the industry by the prestigious

Entrepreneur Magazine's Annual Franchise 500. We have been successfully helping entrepreneurs

launch full-service sign centers for over 35 years and are now approaching 800 stores in over 50

countries. Our vast experience and expertise delivers to you the training, consulting, equipment, and

support necessary to run your successful Signarama store.

 

Why Franchise With Signarama?

-High Volume Buying Power: With nearly 1,000 stores worldwide, Signarama has an economy of scale that enable us to negotiate exceptional prices with vendors and suppliers; thus, allowing you to generate large profit margins

-Elite Training Progam: Our industry expert training staff teaches you every aspect of running, managing and promoting a successful Signarama Franchise. This includes a 2-week introductory training program held at our corporate headquarters in West Palm Beach, FL. As well as 3 weeks of on the job training in your local market.

-Regional Personnel: Are in tune with your local community and provide ongoing assistance for you every step of the way while guaranteeing your ongoing success. Easy Turnkey Process: Our turnkey process provides everything you need to run your business. From the machinery to hardware, software, fixtures and furnishings, everything is included for your business.

-Demographic Studies: We carefully research all aspects of every Signarama site, such as demographics, traffic counts, business counts, customer parking, etc. After all criteria are met and a location has been selected, we will assist you in the negotiation of your lease and the store build-out.

 

Company Details

  • Established: 1986
  • First Unit Franchised: 1987
  • Franchised Units: 750+
  • Company Owned Units: 0
  • International: Open to Master License opportunities globally

 

Support and Training Offered By Signarama

Signarama's training program, refined over 30 years, is one of the most comprehensive in the franchising industry. It transforms you into a sign-making expert, proficient in business operations and promotion. The program includes:

  • A 2-week introductory training program held at our corporate headquarters in West Palm Beach, FL. Your travel and lodging expenses are included. You will learn all aspects of your sign business, marketing your products, advertising, scheduling and workflow, bookkeeping, pricing orders, and providing great customer service. You will also learn the practice of making signs, product knowledge, hiring and training your staff.
  • A 1-week on-the-job (OJT) training session at an established Signarama store to apply your classroom training and gain hands-on experience.
  • Additional 2 weeks of training in your store with one of our experienced operations advisors. They are there with you side by side with you during the store setup as well as to implement your marketing plan and grand opening.

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Signarama Franchise.

What does a Signarama Franchise Cost?

Signarama franchise fees for 2024:

  • Cash Investment: $60,000
  • Total Investment: $200,000 - $215,000
  • Franchise Fee: $49,500
  • Royalty: Sliding scale, encouraging growth
  • Veteran Discount: 20% off initial franchise fee
  • Unique Financial Performance: Locations with 1+ salesperson and 2+ years operation average over $1M in sales

Is Signarama a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Signarama is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Signarama a Home Based franchise?

No. Signarama is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Signarama Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Signarama franchisees make. Signarama offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Signarama a Master Franchise Opportunity?

Yes. Signarama is a master franchise opportunity. A master franchisee is responsible to recruit, train and support franchisees in their territory.

Does Signarama Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Signarama franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Signarama Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

Yes. Signarama franchise does work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Signarama Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Signarama franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Signarama Looking for International franchisees?

Yes. Signarama franchise is looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Signarama's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Advertising & Marketing, Printing & Copying, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

$50,000 - $100,000

Master Franchise

Yes

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

Yes

E2 Visa Franchise

Yes

Signarama Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Signarama franchises for sale. We may have Signarama franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.