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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Stained Glass Overlay vs Floor To Ceiling including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $100,000 - $125,000 | $8,000 - And Up |
Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $8,000 |
Royalty Fee | 5% | - |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1974 | - |
Year Franchised | 1981 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | $1K | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | - |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | - |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
Stained Glass Overlay Inc. was founded in 1974, with the development of a patented designer glass process that provides an easier, less expensive way to achieve the beauty of decorated glass. The company also offers a process for making glass that eliminates UV rays. The Atlanta-based company began franchising in 1981 and has franchises throughout the United States and the world.
Floor To Ceiling is one of the fastest growing organizations in the home decorating industry with members in 22 states. Our program offers the complete decorating experience. Product lines include; kitchens, bath, lighting, floor covering, and window treatments. This concept is ideal for both new construction and the remodeling customer maximizng your repeat customer, increasing average ticket and greatest return on your advertising investment. Please e mail for free CD with live video detailing Floor To Ceiling.