Budget Blinds Franchise
To buy a franchise with Budget Blinds, you'll need to have at least $64950 in liquid capital and a minimum net worth of $150000. Budget Blinds charges a franchise fee of $89950. They also offer a discount for veterans.
Franchisor Details
Total Units: 1068 US, 106 Canada, 1 Mexico
Year Founded: 1992
Franchising Since: 1994
Home Office: Irvine, California
Training: Available
Locations Available: See Below*
Franchise Costs
Liquid Capital Required: $64,950
Net Worth Required: $150,000
Total Investment: $110,340 – $234,370
Franchise Fee: $89,950
Royalty Type: Fixed schedule that increases over first 2 years
Vetern Discount: Yes
*Budget Blinds is currently accepting inquiries from the following locations: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Values & History
Budget Blinds began the path to becoming North America's number one window coverings franchise in 1992. Opening franchise opportunities in 1994, the company began to rapidly expand over the next several years, and today there are over 1,000 locations in the US alone, with additional units in Canada and Mexico. The brand's award-winning service has earned it praise among industry professionals, while its commitment to the latest in smart home technology and custom solutions ensures that customers get the best innovative solutions for their unique needs.
Industry Performance
The retail window covering industry in the US reached $3 billion in total revenue for 2019, growing an average of 2.1% annually over the last five years. Considerable increases in consumption of blinds and shades can be expected through 2022, with 6 out of 7 window coverings sold to established home markets and the average lifespan of window coverings for the typical homeowner standing at around 3-5 years.
Training & Support
Budget Blinds provides comprehensive training on all products, installation processes, and industry standards to new franchise owners, and a large portion of the success of the business draws on its ease of management. Franchise owners will enjoy low overhead costs, no need for inventory, flexible schedules and exclusive territories under this home-based business model.
Ideal Candidate & Qualifications
The ideal Budget Blinds candidate is a self-starter with a passion for customer service excellence, driven to succeed as a goal-oriented entrepreneur. Strong franchise candidates understand the need to build lasting relationships in their community through collaboration toward achieving the specific needs of each client. The Budget Blinds brand is built on the understanding that business owners are family members, too, so this is the perfect opportunity for franchisees looking for a better work/life balance.
Purchasing a Budget Blinds Franchise
Purchasing a Budget Blinds franchise requires access to a minimum of $70,350 in liquid capital and a total net worth of at least $150k. The expected initial investment potential for ownership ranges between $110,340 and $234,370, and a range of financing options are available for those who qualify. Further discounts are available for qualified veterans and service members.
Budget Blinds is a FranNet Verified Brand
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Budget Blinds is a FranNet Verified Brand
FranNet Verified Brands are reviewed by FranNet to ensure legitimacy and industry required documentation.