Top Franchises for Contractors and Auto Body Shop Owners

The Franchise Opportunity ? What do they offer?

• Questionable Profits ? Many times the profit margins given to the prospect are before expenses, which is pretty useless and make it hard to understand actual net profit potential.
• High Start Up Costs ? non-refundable initial franchise fees, required furniture, signs, equipment etc?? These items can be very expensive since there?s NO COMPETITION on these resources.
• Encroachment ? Franchises like Line-X and other automotive franchises do not guarantee a locked radius.? So, when business is good, the opportunity to open another franchise in the area is irresistible to the franchisor.
• Limited Independence ? With a franchise, remember you are buying the business plan as well as the marketing and materials.? So, if you want to improve on your business model there is often no room to make adjustments without breaking your franchisee agreement
• Restrictions on post term competition ? When signing the franchise agreement, the business owner is many times signing away his/her rights to operate in competition with the franchisor for a number of years (5-7).? So, don?t think of going independent once you go down this road.

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Novus Glass Repair

Cash Required: $14,000
Investment Range:?$22,975 – $206,800

Business Type:?Franchise
SBA:?Yes
Financing:?In House

NOVUS is Proud to Announce Our New Company-Based Finance Program!
In this challenging economy, which has made it difficult for some qualified candidates to obtain bank financing, NOVUS has developed its? own finance program. You can now own your own NOVUS franchise for $14,000 (New Repair /Replace Franchise). This down payment will be paid on your first day of training. This finance program is available to all accepted candidates. There are no pre-pay penalties if you decide to pay off your loan in full.

“While the rewards of business can be great, success is never guaranteed. We made the conscious decision to buy a franchise because we wanted the best name recognition?the best business services?and an established national reputation. NOVUS? offered all these things and more”.
– Bob & Linda Brendal, Missouri

Operations

• A proven business model
• Business Operations Reference Manual
• Franchisee-to-franchisee consultation and support
• The industry’s highest quality products and resins
• National warranty program
• NOVUS Research & Development Innovation
• Preferred provider program – Glass tool advertising buy programs.
• Instant Credibility
• National and international brand recognition
• 25 Million+ satisfied customers

Paint Bull

Cash Required: no minimum required
Investment Range:?$5,000-$45,000
Business Type:?Business Opportunity
SBA:?Yes
Financing:?3rd Party

Paint Bull Business Programs

Paint Bull offers a variety of Business Programs for becoming a Paint Bull Certified Affiliate.

1. Paint Repair Business Program:
   From Stone Chips to Key Scratches, Scuffed Bumpers and even damaged Rims- the Paint Repair Business Program shows you how to profit from any type of paint and clear coat damage you will ever see.
2. Paintless Dent Repair Business Program:
   We’ve added basic Paint Touch Up and Clear Coat Polishing to traditional PDR Techniques to complete our unique Paintless Dent Repair Business Program.
3. Interior Repair Business Program:
   Car Dealerships, hotels, restaurants, marina…the list of potential customers fixing damaged seats and furniture is endless. The Interior Repair Business Program; “it’s not just for car dealers anymore!”

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In Summary

Franchises do work in the right environment.? However, if you are an existing body shop or contractor looking to set up your future by growing your existing business be careful and do your research.? From what I can tell, if you have less than 50k to invest in a business, a franchise is a risky deal.? Look into product based businesses and opportunities that offer to expand your existing name locally.? This is the key to getting a return in your first year. ?Inflated costs and extra fees and royalties associated with franchises may drown you.

Also, be ready to work your ass off for the first one to five years.? It?s a reality with any business, and if you already own one then you are already onboard.

So, get out there, do your research and make some money.

Non-Franchise Business Opportunity

Spray-Lining Truck Bed liners, Floors, and Coatings

Cash required: $3,000 – $10,421

This is a non-franchise, product based business with local marketing for your business.? They sell high quality polyuria, polyuria hybrid, poly-hybrid based products to add to your existing contracting or auto business.? If you are in the construction or repair industry you can make good solid income with this opportunity.? The cost is not that much and the potential jobs range from a few hundred to tens of thousands.? There is never a guarantee for profitability, but this is one of the better choices when it comes to NOT failing.