Magnetsigns Advertising vs Rayacom Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Magnetsigns Advertising vs Rayacom including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Magnetsigns Advertising Franchise
Rayacom Franchise
Investment $24,000 - $80,000$94,130 - $222,062
Franchise Fee $5,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 10%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1995-
Year Franchised 1996-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $3K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Magnetsigns Advertising Franchise
Rayacom Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Magnetsigns Advertising Franchise
    Rayacom Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment Yes/No-/-
    Inventory Yes/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Magnetsigns Advertising Franchise
    Rayacom Franchise
    Training - *BUSINESS PLANNING *SALES *GOALS SETTING *TIME MANAGEMENT *PRICING *PROJECT MANAGEMENT *PRODUCTION *PRODUCTS/SUPPLIERS *CUSTOMER SERVICE/RETENTION *FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT *MARKETING *PERSONNEL
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluationsTraining and support from our head office and our local area franchisees. Our area teams are experienced retail operators and are available to assist and guide you as you open and build your franchise. Our innovative team will provide you with expert advice on emerging business trends and technology. Throughout the years, our IT team significantly improved our business and maximized our profits by sourcing and implementing the ideal technology in our stores.
    Marketing --
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 2

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Magnetsigns Advertising Franchise
    Rayacom Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Magnetsigns Advertising

    Magnetsigns Advertising Inc. was founded in Ontario, Canada in August 1995. Franchising began in early 1996 and since then, the Magnetsigns franchise system has rapidly grown to over 90 franchises with 10 more coming on board in the very near future. Visit the franchising pages of this website to see the training, support and services that we offer our franchisees. Magnetsigns portable and permanent sign products provide powerful roadside advertising. The fluorescent magnetic letters and graphics are easily changed to suit the advertisers' needs. Our local Magnetsigns franchisees offer a complete sign rental service to their local customers.

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    #74 in Canada's Top franchises.

    About Rayacom

    The visual communication industry is exploding - Be part of the $140 billion dollar print industry Taking control of your own financial future by owning a Rayacom franchise has never been easier - 
or more desirable. Leading businesses in Canada look to Rayacom as the vital link for creating a full range of visual communication solutions. A Rayacom store's interior is designed to promote a comfortable, yet professional business environment, with a modern appearance focused on products and services. Typically located in high traffic retail locations, so its convenience for our customers. Location sizes range from 900 to 5000 sq. ft. and stores generally engage a full-time staff of one or more employees, including the owner/operator. Hours of operation vary, but locations are typically open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 11a.m. to 4 p.m.Rayacom.com online storefront allows customers to place an order 24/7 and have their products shipped to them directly or picked up at one of our convenient locations. The ability to allow customers to order online and manage their previous orders is another competitive advantage that sets Rayacom apart from a traditional print shop. We offer: *Experience *Brand Recognition *Purchasing Power *Training and Assistance *Financing Assistance *Real Estate Development *Technology Development and Support
    Rayacom.com is Canada's only online, print and design franchisor. Are you ready to bring Rayacom.com to your community?