DirectBuy vs SCA Appraisal Services Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
DirectBuy Franchise
SCA Appraisal Services Franchise
Investment $359,000 - $904,000$27,300 - $39,950
Franchise Fee $75,000$10,000
Royalty Fee 22%-
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 19712007
Year Franchised 19722007
Term Of Agreement 12 years-
Term Of Agreement 12 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
DirectBuy Franchise
SCA Appraisal Services Franchise
Experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    DirectBuy Franchise
    SCA Appraisal Services Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    DirectBuy Franchise
    SCA Appraisal Services Franchise
    Training At regional meetings-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media-
    Operations 1% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 9 - 12

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    DirectBuy Franchise
    SCA Appraisal Services Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About DirectBuy

    James L. Gagan founded UCC TotalHome in 1971 and began franchising the following year. Based in Merrillville, Indiana, the private company has over 90 locations throughout North America. DirectBuy began with a vision. It was a vision of liberating consumers from the high cost of retail buying; of allowing consumers to buy goods for their homes at manufacturer direct prices plus freight, handling and sales tax; of restoring to families the opportunity to buy the things they need and want at prices they could afford. That was over three decades ago. Today, the vision has materialized into an exceptional opportunity for DirectBuy franchise owners. We provide a proven, replicable system that allows them to realize the results and rewards of their business quickly. DirectBuy is the largest, most successful business of its kind in North America. For homeowners, remodelers and families in general, our centers are a very significant channel of alternative purchasing in North America.

    About SCA Appraisal Services

    "SCA

    SCA is a claims management firm that has been a leading provider to the insurance industry for over three decades. This has been achieved through our vast experience-gained knowledge of the claims process, a willingness to consistently provide quality products, and an unsurpassed dedication to customer service. To this point, we believe that the vehicle owner's experience is paramount and deserves all possible attention and care. To satisfy this market need SCA has put considerable resources into the areas of technology and communication. Through strong technology and appraisal partnerships SCA is continually refining our quality and workflow based on ever changing client requests to ensure our claims management process is the best in the business. With multiple layers of cutting edge 'exception based' management rules, electronic auditing that is second to none, and a customer focused service call center SCA has pulled ahead of the pack. Using a technology guided workflow to meet our client's needs, our franchisees can remain solely focused on estimate quality and the consumer experience.
    • Get in on the ground floor
    • Interested in a lucrative, exciting business opportunity
    • Want to be part of an approach that will revolutionize a multi-billion dollar industry
    • Are committed to the highest standards of business and business ethics
    • Be part of a professional franchise never done before
    • Looking for a franchise that is different and challenging
    • Long-term growth