Budget Blinds

Budget Blinds trains individuals to own and operate a home-based business that sells and installs window coverings, via a well-equipped mobile showroom. As the largest provider of custom window treatments in North America, Budget Blinds capitalizes on its buying power to provide our franchisees with the best mix of products, vendors, pricing and warranties in the business, resulting in an appointment close rate over 65%. With a strong national advertising program, award winning business coaching, and a strong Item 19, Budget Blinds is a match for almost everyone. We have everything from solo operators all the way to large Executive run models, and the only things necessary to be successful is a professional work ethic, a desire to succeed, and a willingness to follow a system that has been proven over 30 years.
Budget Blinds is pleased to announce its VETFRAN participation. Budget Blinds will discount $15,000 off of the franchise fees.
WHY Budget Blinds?
Recession Resistant
Home-Based, Low Inventory
Great Cash Flow, Quick Ramp Up
OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE
Budget Blinds is looking for franchisees with an
entrepreneurial spirit who are team-minded.
Self-starters with positive attitudes. Someone
who is passionate about customer service and
experience. No previous industry experience is
necessary.
AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: All except noted below
HOT Regions/Desirable: See Territory Map in downloads
NOT available: See Territory Map in downloads
Available in Canada: Yes
International Referrals: No
BACKGROUND
Year founded: 1992
Year Franchised: 1994
Number of franchises currently operating: 1486
Projected New Units (12 Months): 32
Number of corporate owned franchises: 0
Home Based: Yes
Absentee ownership available: No
Semi-Absentee ownership available: No
Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: No
Average number of employees required: 2
E2 Visa Friendly: Yes
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Franchise Fee: Single: $49,950- $89,950
Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: Yes
Total investment range: Single Unit: $100,500 - $211,250
Net worth requirement: $250,000
Royalty: Percentage-based, 3.5% of Gross Revenue
Additional fees: National Ad Fund: $1,000 US; $1,500 Canada
Financial assistance available: Yes, In-House Financing of $30-56K
VetFran program: Yes, Budget Blinds will discount the franchise fees 15%
SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED:
Training and support program details:
Combination of hands-on and virtual initial training
covering everything to start strong including
administration, office set-up, technology, marketing the
business locally, product knowledge and installation.
(Travel and accommodations included for any on-site
training at our Experience Center in Dallas.)
Cost for Training: $0
Lodging and airfare included: Yes
Site Selection Assistance: No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Mentor following training: Yes
Length of mentoring Franchisee: On-going Training Opportunities: Annual International
Convention, Regional Meetings, Online Forums/
Town Halls to exchange best practices with fellow
franchisees, Installation Training, Vendor Product
Training; On-call support from Regional Operation
Managers; On-call Technical Support for supported
applications; Marketing Managers available for
local area marketing assistance.
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