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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Estrella Insurance vs Pronto Insurance including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $12,250 - $84,000 | $52,925 - $120,950 |
Franchise Fee | $10,000 - $25,000 | $20,000 - $40,000 |
Royalty Fee | 10% - 14% | - |
Advertising Fee | 7% | - |
Year Founded | 1988 | 1997 |
Year Franchised | 1997 | 2009 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | I am goal-oriented. I want to get in on the ground floor of an exciting business opportunity. I have transferable business experience and believe in excellence. I am passionate about my community. |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | Yes/- | -/- |
Start-up Costs | -/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | -/- | -/- |
Inventory | -/- | -/- |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
Payroll | -/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | On-The-Job Training: 264 hours Classroom Training: 80 hours | On-The-Job Training: 37 hours Classroom Training: 34.5 hours |
Support | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform | Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform |
Marketing | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app | Regional Advertising Website development |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
For over 30 years Estrella Insurance has provided our customers with exceptional
service and a professional atmosphere. With more than 135 locations in
Florida, California, Arizona, Ohio and soon to be in Texas; we are
dedicated to the continued success of our franchisees. Estrella Insurance Franchise owners
are assisted in every step prior to opening as well as the continual
support from our management staff. Extensive training is provided
periodically to enhance the owner's ability to maximize the income
potential, Estrella Insurance provides operations agency visits. We have developed a
strong relationship with many major insurance companies giving us an
edge above the competition allowing our owners to provide quality to our
clients. In addition, Estrella Insurance provides superior Marketing and Advertising in
both Spanish and English languages including all media such as TV,
radio, outdoor and most importantly the internet, even though our most
successful campaign are referrals from satisfied customers.
Pronto Insurance was founded by the Varela family, who opened their
first location in 1997 and began franchising in Texas in 2009. Since
then, we’ve grown to 140+ locations throughout Texas. Pronto Insurance offers our value-focused customers a whole new way to buy non-standard
insurance. Our high profile retail locations give customers what they
want: great prices, friendly customer service, and fast, efficient
service. Pronto Insurance's Franchise Owners are recognized in the communities
they serve, and our business is recognized nationally as a great
franchise to own, and one of the Top 50 Franchises for Minorities.
Our Franchise Owners are “people persons” with strong business skills
and a drive to succeed. If you love networking in your community and
are passionate about making a difference, we want to talk to you. You
don’t need experience selling insurance, we will train you. Pronto Insurance is a
family-owned business that treats our Franchise Owners like family. We
value hard work, and once the work is done, we love to join together and
have fun.