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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of ProSpection vs Canadian Residential Inspection Services including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $15,800 - $38,100 | $24,500 - $29,500 |
| Franchise Fee | $6,000 - $12,000 | $19,500 |
| Royalty Fee | Varies | 0 |
| Advertising Fee | - | $100/mo |
| Year Founded | 2003 | 1988 |
| Year Franchised | 2003 | 2001 |
| Term Of Agreement | 7 years | - |
| Term Of Agreement | 7 years | - |
| Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Experience | - | Some residential construction knowledge is an asset. Marketing skills. Position requires good communication and people skills. Must be an independent self motivated worker
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Financing Options |
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| In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
| Franchise Fees | Yes/No | -/- |
| Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
| Equipment | No/No | -/- |
| Inventory | No/No | -/- |
| Receivables | No/No | -/- |
| Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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| Training | - | 250 hours of distance education that can be completed from your home with a written exam to follow, then a full week of one- on-one practical field training that occurs at Headquarters. |
| Support | - | Ongoing support. Field operations/evaluations, Meetings, Internet, Phone line |
| Marketing | - | Ad slicks, National media, access to national advertising fund, relocation |
| Operations | - | Franchise can be run from home. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. Can be run without additional employees. |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | - | - |
| Canada Expansion | No | - |
| International Expansion | No | - |