FAQ
Understanding

Business Funding Requirements

Understanding

Business Funding Requirements

How much money do I need to buy a business and what costs are involved?

It’s important to do your research early on and understand what funding is required along with any associated costs you’ll encounter when buying a business. Without this information, it’s hard to set your self a budget, or more importantly, stick to it!

Franchising opportunities with Signs Express start from an initial investment level of £65,000.

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.
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Franchising Opportunities

Franchising Opportunities

Find out more about franchising opportunities with Signs Express.

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Why Signs Express?

Why Signs Express?

Find out more about Signs Express and how we can help you.

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Training & Support

Training & Support

Find out more about training and support from Signs Express.

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For more information about our franchising opportunities, please contact us using our Enquiry Form and a member of our Franchise Recruitment Team will get back to you as soon as possible.

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