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 Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Signal Graphics Business Centers system. Signal Graphics Business Centers 26722 Plaza Mission Viejo, CA 92691 |
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Business Description
Welcome to SIGNAL GRAPHICS! For over 25 years, SIGNAL GRAPHICS has been developing entrepreneurs. Our business centers enable owners to market printing, copying, graphic design and promotional products. Your store will be a resource center for products such as business cards, stationery, envelopes, brochures, booklets, flyers and labels. You will have the latest technology in computers and digital copiers. Join us in this exciting and gratifying business.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1974
Franchising Since: 1982
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 1 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 1200
Preferred Sites: Strip Center
Other Sites: Office Building
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
Welcome to SIGNAL GRAPHICS! For over 25 years, SIGNAL GRAPHICS has been developing entrepreneurs. Our business centers enable owners to market printing, copying, graphic design and promotional products. Your store will be a resource center for products such as business cards, stationery, envelopes, brochures, booklets, flyers and labels. You will have the latest technology in computers and digital copiers. Join us in this exciting and gratifying business.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1974
Franchising Since: 1982
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Franchised Units: | 22 | 88% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 25 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Colorado | 15 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $200K |
| Cash Investment: | $40-60K |
| Total Investment: | $257-350K |
| Average Total Investment: | $304K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% with royalty rebate program |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | $200/Mo. or 1% |
Space Needs (in square footage): 1200
Preferred Sites: Strip Center
Other Sites: Office Building
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | N/A | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | N/A | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | N/A | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | N/A | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | N/A | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | N/A | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 20 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | No | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 6 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | Brochures, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Promotional Items, Site Signs | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening, Sales Strategies | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | On-going support, central production cntr. offset | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Headquarters | 2 Weeks | ||||||||
| 2. On-Site | 1 Week | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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