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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Outdoor Lighting Perspectives vs TCG National including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $61,675 - $133,050 | $50,000 - $100,000 |
Franchise Fee | $17,500 - $39,000 | $35,000 |
Royalty Fee | 7% | - |
Advertising Fee | 1.5% | - |
Year Founded | 1995 | 1990 |
Year Franchised | 1998 | 2009 |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | Yes/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | Yes/No | -/- |
Payroll | Yes/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | On-The-Job Training: 32 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours | - |
Support | Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Online Support Field Operations Franchisee Intranet Platform | - |
Marketing | Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing | - |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 1 - 3 | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | Yes |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
Landscape and architectural lighting is Outdoor Lighting Perspectives' only business, and we're proud of having the nation's largest network of outdoor lighting specialists. As the experts in our field, we charge a higher franchise fee than many of our competitors whose fees appear low but whose hidden fees often prove to be unwelcome surprises. Outdoor Lighting Perspectives' way of doing business is to treat you as a true partner who deserves clear information and the tools you need to succeed. We believe you get what you pay for - and you should know what's included in the price. That's why you'll always find us straightforward in our business practices, offering excellent value for your investment.
For a list of the extensive ways we support our franchisees, check out our Return On Investment.
Seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.,
Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Central America, Eastern Europe, Middle East, Mexico, South America and Western Europe
TCG National Inc. has been in the property maintenance business for the last 18 years and looks forward to many more exciting and innovative years of landscaping and snow and ice management. Retail, commercial, and industrial properties are TCG's focus. The TCG offers a variety of property maintenance services which include: * Landscape Construction * Landscape Maintenance * Weekly Visual Inspections * Irrigation System Maintenance * Lot Maintenance * Debris Disposal * Asphalt Sweeping and Power Washing * Snow and Ice Maintenance TCG is committed to providing the highest level of outdoor property maintenance to commercial, industrial and retail properties. Whether you are an established landscaper looking to move to the next level or an outdoor enthusiast wanting to run your own franchise TCG wants to hear from you. With over 20 year experience in Outdoor property maintenance TCG has experience knowledge and systems to operate in the competitive GTA. Employee development, integrity and professionalism are our core values.