PIP Marketing, Signs, Print

Printing, signs, marketing services
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Initial investment
$253K - $281K
Units as of 2024
52 Decrease 13% over 3 years

PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print specializes in graphic design, printing, copying, finishing, document services, including scanning, archiving, and document management. PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print has dozens of units and has been franchising for more than five decades since its establishment in 1965. 

PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print business development consultants have a niche in sales and management training because of their robust online training sessions, regional clinics, annual sales forums, personalized sales training, and capacity enhancement. The perfect candidate for a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print franchisee is a person with ambition and passion for business management. Prior printing experience may not be necessary to franchise.

Why You May Want to Start a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print Franchise

The advantage of becoming a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print franchisee is that the company may provide you with the tools to operate a growing business. PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print may provide support in preparing annual business, sales, marketing plans, and more. Franchisees may attend PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print events to keep up-to-date with the latest technology, innovations, and advancements related to the company and the industry. 

Additionally, franchisees usually have support from a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print business management consultant, business development consultant, marketing, technical, and training staff. With the help of PIP Marketing, Signs, Print associates, franchisees could be given an analysis that may ensure product and service mix aligns with the local market demands.

If you become a franchisee, you may complete your PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print training at company headquarters in Mission Viejo, California. This training focuses on operating systems and may offer you the chance to meet PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print support staff at PIP Marketing, Signs, Print University.

What Might Make a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print Franchise a Good Choice?

To open a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for the existence of ongoing fees that will include advertising fees and royalty fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company's set net worth and liquid capital requirements. 

PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print franchisees gain access to platforms that allow consistent marketing to prospective clients and customers. Constant contact methods may consist of direct mail, telemarketing, social media, and website content support. 

How To Open a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print Franchise

Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. Research the brand and your local area to see if a PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print franchise would do well in your community. While competition is healthy, too much of it may not allow for the most possible growth.

If you are seen as a good fit for the brand, you may be ready to view the PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print Franchise Disclosure Document. The Franchise Disclosure Document may allow you to better understand the company and what potential franchisees are specifically required to complete. 

After all relevant steps of franchising have been completed, you may be on your way to printing a new future for yourself with PIP Marketing, Signs, and Print.

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Company Overview

About PIP Marketing, Signs, Print

Industry Business Services
Related Categories Printing/Marketing Services, Postal & Business Centers
Founded 1965
Parent Company Franchise Services Inc.
Leadership Richard Lowe, President/COO
Corporate Address 26722 Plaza
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Social Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube

Business Overview

Franchising Since 1968 (57 years)
# of employees at HQ 55
Where seeking

This company is offering new franchises throughout the US.

# of Units 52 (as of 2024)

Information for Franchisees

Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a PIP Marketing, Signs, Print franchise.

Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees

Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.

Initial Franchise Fee Information Circle
$55,000
Initial Investment Information Circle
$253,027 - $280,527
Net Worth Requirement Information Circle
$300,000
Cash Requirement Information Circle
$125,000 - $150,000
Royalty Fee Information Circle
0.25%-6.5%
Ad Royalty Fee Information Circle
2%
Term of Agreement Information Circle
10 years
Is franchise term renewable? Yes
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Financing Options

Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.

Third Party Financing PIP Marketing, Signs, Print has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll

Training & Support Offered

Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.

On-The-Job Training 216 hours
Classroom Training 44 hours
Ongoing Support
Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Support
Ad Templates
National Media
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App

Operations

Additional details about running this franchise.

Is absentee ownership allowed? No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? Information Circle
No
Can this franchise be run part time? Information Circle
No
# of employees required to run 3-5
Are exclusive territories available? Information Circle
No
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Updated: December 12th, 2022