Blind Man of America Franchise
Friday, April 23, 2010 at 05:10PM Mobile window coverings
The Blind Man of America® is a home-based business providing customers with in-home selection of custom-made blinds, shades, shutters and more. We work from home and travel in the "blind mobile", our full-service vans containing everything we need to provide our customers with an unsurpassed selection of products with professional installation.
Our concept is framed in its simplicity. The idea is this…most of today's home owners know what they want in window coverings, but they want someone else to do the critical measuring and installation. That's where The Blind Man comes in. We provide a huge selection of quality products, provide expert measuring and installation, and guarantee it all! We provide this service to our customers in the comfort of their own home and all with unmatched customer service. It's a concept that consumers love and a system that's easy to implement for our franchise business owners. But, does it work? Judge for yourself. As a whole, our company averaged a 59% closing ratio in 2004 which means 6 out of every 10 estimates we've converted to sales. Our franchise business owners in business three years or more averaged a 55% repeat and referral business, as well.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a Blind Man of America Franchises?
Total Cost: $45,500-$69,100
Total Franchise Fees: $15,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 4.3%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 5 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: $1K
Contact Information for Blind Man of America
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Blind Man of America |
Toll Free: (800)547-9889 |
Historical Expansion
In what year did Blind Man of America begin operations? 1991
When did Blind Man of America begin selling franchises? 1996
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2005 9 0 0 1 2004 7 0 0 1 2003 7 0 0 1 2002 7 0 0 1 2001 8 0 0 0
Future Expansion
United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming,
Franchise Financing Information
Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available? Franchise Fee No No Initial Start-up Capital No No Plant, Property, and Equipment No No Inventory No No Accounts Receivable No No Payroll No No
Training & Support
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks
Franchise Operation Restrictions
This franchise can be run as a home based business franchise.0% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.
Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)
Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information
Can you buy this franchise for no money down? YesPlease note: You must download a free copy of Franchise Analyzer Professional to receive these benefits and so much more. Click here to download your FREE copy now.
What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes