Signal Graphics Business Center vs Around the Town Signs Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Signal Graphics Business Center vs Around the Town Signs including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
Around the Town Signs Franchise
Investment $159,000 - $201,000$21,035 - $186,200
Franchise Fee $25,000$10,000 - $100,000
Royalty Fee 5%$750 - $2,500/mo.
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19742011
Year Franchised 19822015
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
Around the Town Signs Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
    Around the Town Signs Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/YesYes/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
    Around the Town Signs Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations 3% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    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
     
    Signal Graphics Business Center Franchise
    Around the Town Signs Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Signal Graphics Business Center

    In 1974, Stephen Morris founded Stop & Go Printing, a Denver, Colorado, printing center that combined typesetting, quick printing, copying and commercial printing. The company began franchising in 1982. Six years later, Stop & Go Printing changed its name to Signal Graphics. Today the company offers computer graphic services, copying, commercial printing, packaging and shipping services.
    You have unshakable ambition, a dedicated work ethic and a deep desire to succeed. Signal Graphics can help you achieve it. Independence. Unlimited growth potential. Go after your dream.


    About Around the Town Signs

     Around the Town Signs  franchise opportunity can be run from your own home or a small office location!
    Our team creates effective graphic designs and signage for all types of businesses, from custom banners to point-of-purchase signage to vehicle graphics.  We have the expertise and resources to fill almost any signage need. Whether it’s banners, building signs, vehicle graphics, or signs for store windows, walls, doors or floors, we use the very latest computer-aided sign-making systems and techniques to design and create high-impact, cost effective signs that get our clients results.
    Our knowledge and investment in quality equipment and products, combined with the training we provide in sales and installation, will allow you to generate an incredible income without the high cost and overhead associated with most franchise opportunities. We will train you in marketing and developing local relationships to meet your customers sign and graphics needs across a broad spectrum of products from business cards, basic banners, vehicle wraps, outside signage and dynamic digital signage.
    Around the Town Signs has established an A rating on several consumer sites and is only seeking individuals that will strive to maintain these high standards. There is always a need to communicate to customers through signage, be it lawn signs, banners, dynamic digital or newer technologies. We are at the leading edge of these technologies which represent strong on-going sales opportunities for you in your market area.
    Support/Training:
    Beginning with a comprehensive five day training program in Florida and additional follow up support in your very own market, our training resources include: Business Planning, Operations, Financial & Personnel management, Marketing, Point-of-Sale, Sign Design, Production & Subcontracting, Annual workshops, on-line ordering and other training opportunities to help you succeed as an Around the Town Signs location.
    Investment/Cost of Ownership:
    Unlike most franchise sign business opportunities with high priced investments and the requirement to lease or purchase a location to operate your business in while expecting a percentage of all gross sales, the opportunity we offer is much more reasonable and attractive for a savvy entrepreneur. With Around the Towns Signs we only ask for a monthly fixed fee which will not increase when your sales and profits do. Our goal is your success and growth in your market, and we will do our part to see that you are not only happy to pay your royalty fee but feel that it is money well spent to be a part of our Nationwide network.

    Veteran incentives  Greater of $5,000 off franchise fee or 10% off franchise fee