Business Funding Requirements

FAQs

• Q. How much liquid capital do I need to buy a Signs Express business?

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  • Regardless of which franchise package you choose with us, you typically require 30% of the overall investment price in liquid capital, with the remaining 70% funded by bank lending.
  • However, we will work with you to look at different funding approaches if required.
• Q. How much does a Signs Express Resale cost?

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  • Overall investment levels vary for our resale opportunities depending on the size of the business.
• Q. How much does a Signs Express Start-Up cost?

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  Total investment cost for a start-up is approximately £215,000. This comprises the following:

  • Franchise Fee £25,000
  • Vehicles £28,000
  • Machinery & Equipment £28,000
  • Full Premises Fit Out £30,000
  • Working Capital £104,000
• Q. How much does it cost to Rebrand my current signage business?

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  • This cost will vary depending on your current set up, premises and equipment.
  • Additional costs include a one-off franchise fee of £8,500 along with £1,750 for half of our legal fees.
• Q. What other one-off costs are associated with a sale?

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  • As associated with the acquisition of any business, to complete a sale, you will require franchising solicitors to review the Franchise Agreement and create your sale documents, this cost can be anywhere between £6,000 to £10,000.
  • You may also incur accountancy charges associated with financial due diligence; this can be between £3,000 to £5,000.
• Q. Where can I source funding?

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  • As an established franchise brand within the UK, we work with a number of high street banks, however we would recommend contacting HSBC in the first instance to discuss your funding requirements.
  • Please note, however, you are welcome to source your funding requirements from a bank of your choice.