Countrywide Signs Franchise

This is a unique business opportunity in an essential sector - the property market. The use of signs by estate agents as an advertising tool has become a critical part of their business and making sure that their signs are managed effectively is equally as important.

What We Do

Almost every home on an Estate Agent's books, almost every sale they make involves a sign being erected, changed and ultimately retrieved. It is not cost effective for the Estate Agent to carry out these tasks themselves, so outsourcing to Countrywide Signs franchise relieves them of this duty and ensures a high standard of professional service.

Van-based franchises are often successful depending on how well they can tap into specific local markets. Taking that concept one step further, imagine a business that is dedicated solely to fulfilling the constant advertising needs of one very large market. That is the kind of focus that other franchises simply cannot offer.

Countrywide Signs franchise provides estate agents with a very valuable professional service - supplying, erecting and maintaining their 'For Sale' signs. A straightforward concept, but a task which properly carried out is of exceptional importance. Every single property on the market needs one!

Why Choose Countrywide Signs Franchise?

We at Countrywide Signs fully understand the close relationship which is basic to the principles of Franchising, relying upon the honesty, commitment and professionalism of both franchisor and franchise owner.

Our commitment to our franchise owners includes the sharing of our experience and expertise. Our success is the starting point for your success, and your success will add to ours, therefore we have a firm interest in helping you succeed and are firmly committed to achieving this. If you are awarded a Countrywide Signs Franchise, you will be part of an expanding team across the country, serving Estate Agents both large and small.

Training and Support

You do not need previous experience or knowledge of Estate Agency. You will receive full training in sales, marketing, administration and operational procedures, learning everything you need to run your own sign franchise business.

We have structured a very comprehensive training programme, covering all aspects of the franchise business, designed to fast track you through all the operating procedures. It will be provided by members of the Countrywide Signs team with real firsthand experience of running the business.

Before starting your new Countrywide Signs business you will receive comprehensive training including:

• 2 days practical training at one of our branches
• 2 days intro to signage and daily administration at head office with John Ball
• 1 day unit and setup training at the National Sales office with Simon Smith
• 3 days sales and marketing training in your own territory with Simon Smith
• 1 day budget and cash flow training with Chris Roberts of Franchise Finance
• 1 day checklist audit and health & safety course assessment with Ian Turnball
• 1 day accounting system training with Dennis & Turnbull
• 1 day onsite one-one vinyl cutter training in your own territory with Ian Turnball (taken when required)
• 1 day onsite one-one training in your territory (taken when required)

What Does A Countrywide Signs Franchise Cost?

The total franchise fee is £26,950 + VAT.

If your require finance, the high street banks will usually accept a minimum deposit of £10,000 to finance the remainder.

Through 13 years of experience, we know that every countrywide Signs franchise has the potential to go from a one van (average turnover £65,000) to a three to four van business (average turnover £200,000 - £250,000) in a relatively short time period, if they are enthusiastic, follow our franchise system with their own company, and have the will to succeed.

What's Included In The Franchise Package

Your investment covers the following areas in the setup and establishing of your new business:

• Franchise Licence
• Operations Manual
• business management system
• training and opening support to include: practical, theory, sales, health & safety and financial & business training
• business plan
• computer and printer
• vinyl cutter package and setup
• promotional materials
• business Stationery
• corporate clothing
• satellite navigation
• vehicle graphics and van racking
• specialist tools and safety equipment
• marketing support
• fully integrated accounts package
• accounts support
• ISO 9001 Certification
• third party liability insurance
• personal accident policy
• private medical insurance
• fully integrated telephone system
• learning and development Programme
• mini website (franchise owner specific)

Is Countrywide Signs The Right Franchise For You?

If you are keen to be your own boss, and believe that being responsible for running your own sign franchise business within the framework of a proven business package is your way forward, then Countrywide Signs franchise may be right for you.