Franchise Business FAQ’s
Why should I buy a dog training franchise with Sit Means Sit?
How much capital do I need to invest into a Sit Means Sit franchise?
What background and experience do I need to be a strong Sit Means Sit Franchise candidate?
Is my Franchise exclusive for my city?
What resources are available to me once I open my franchise?
How long does it take to become a Franchisee?
What types of revenue streams will I have in my Sit Means Sit franchise?
Can I apply for a Franchise online?
What are the steps in starting a Sit Means Sit Franchise?
What is the initial investment?
What are the Sit Means Sit royalties?
What are the advertising costs?
Once I buy a franchise, how long is the training?
What support do I get once my franchise opens?
Why should I buy a dog training franchise with Sit Means Sit?
Starting a dog training franchise with Sit Means Sit allows you to capitalize on the largest and most successful U.S. based dog training company in the History of the United States. If you’re looking for an excellent national company providing a unique top-notch service in a recession-proof multi-billion dollar industry, this is it. This is the “next great business opportunity” and you won’t want to miss it. Sit Means Sit can make you a leader in the industry and help you make your dreams a reality! You receive a lot more than just learning how to effectively train dogs; you learn how to make a living in the dog training business. There is a BIG difference. As a Sit Means Sit Franchisee you receive all the training protocols, business support and knowledge developed over years of success. In addition to becoming a Sit Means Sit dog trainer, the franchise system includes branding, advertising and marketing help, sales training, add on products and more. Read more about franchise opportunities with Sit Means Sit. top
How much capital do I need to invest into a Sit Means Sit franchise?
The initial fee range is from $15,000 to $35,000. This includes your Franchise fee, Sit Means Sit (SMS) certification training, (housing included), ongoing annual education and support via conference calls, internet and phone. Furthermore we extend our support through our National Trainers Tour featuring Regional Seminars. Each seminar has no training tuition fee, only a minor operational event fee of less than a couple hundred dollars. (All SMS training and events do not include the cost of travel to and from the training, meals, or incidentals.) top
What background and experience do I need to be a strong Sit Means Sit Franchise candidate?
Sit Means Sit places emphasis on selecting qualified individuals and investors who have the background of retail, marketing or another comparable business experience, also, those who either have small-business start-up or investment experience and/or those that have experience in operations management and/or financial management. top
Is my Franchise exclusive for my city?
All franchisees are granted a protected radius dependant on demographics, population and location. top
What resources are available to me once I open my franchise?
Sit Means Sit provides proprietary manuals and support material to each Sit Means Sit franchisee as well as an Annual Conference, a National Seminar Tour, featuring Regional ‘Trainer Only’ gatherings throughout the year. Furthermore, the company provides on-going sales and product education conference calls, business strategy coaching, and negotiated vendor/supplier opportunities. Sit Means Sit Corporate staff, are also available via phone and e-mail, too. top
How long does it take to become a Franchisee?
Depending on how prepared an individual or investor is at the start of the process, and the State of choice, Sit Means Sit can be opened within 6 months of submitting the Franchise Application. top
What types of revenue streams will I have in my Sit Means Sit franchise?
On the revenue side, you have four streams of income to forecast:
- Obedience training fees from consumers
- For those locations that are zoned appropriately, board and train packages are a steady staple of income.
- Sit Means Sit collar sales
- Product sales (inventory from our online store), SMS owners buy all products at wholesale prices, allowing significant profit from resale (see local tax officials to see if you need a sales tax license for such sales).
- Steadfast Supplements
A price sheet will be included in your new owner packet.
In addition to the above revenue streams, Sit Means Sit is continually working to expand your income potential through partnerships with like-minded companies. The affiliate programs offered through Sit Means Sit allow for supplemental income through passive income streams. Your bottom line is increased through minimal effort on your part. top
Can I apply for a Franchise online?
No. However, you may start the process by filling out the Franchise Application and submitting it to Sit Means Sit Franchise, Inc. top
What are the steps in starting a Sit Means Sit Franchise?
This process is explained in-depth in the Sit Means Sit on the Franchise Application page, below is a breakdown:
Phase 1
- Complete application.
- Receive and review Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
- Process Credit Check.
- Process Criminal background check.
- Provide proof of citizenship or Permanent Resident/Alien Registration Card.
- Provide proof of assets.
Phase 2
- First interview with Franchise Manager.
- Due Diligence: discussions with existing franchisees.
Phase 3
- Sit Means Sit accounting department review.
- Enhanced Background check.
Phase 4
- Franchise approval.
- Sign Sit Means Sit Franchise License Agreement.
- Schedule and begin Franchise Training.
- Approve “Trade Area”.
- Secure financing.
What is the initial investment?
The initial fee for a single “Sit Means Sit” franchise is $35.000. top
Do you offer financing?
We may offer to finance a portion of your initial fee, in which case you will sign a Secured Promissory Note (Exhibit “D”). As of the date of this Disclosure Document, we presently charge interest at a rate of 7% compounded annually (not to exceed the highest rate allowed by law) but we reserve the right to change the interest rate to reflect increases in prevailing interest rates. The term of financing will typically be for 36 months, but may vary as we may determine on a case by case basis taking into account your individual needs and credit worthiness, among other factors. You may prepay all or any portion of your indebtedness without penalty. top
What are the Sit Means Sit royalties?
The continuing royalty is $500.00 per month. top
What are the advertising costs?
Advertising costs consist of a marketing contribution representing 1% of gross sales used in national advertising and 1% gross sales used for local advertising.
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How do I find a location?
When starting a franchise with Sit Means Sit, our franchise team will help you select a location within Sit Means Sit dog training site criteria specifications. top
Once I buy a franchise, how long is the training?
The Initial Training Program shall consist of approximately 150 hours over roughly a 21day period and shall be provided by Licensor prior to the opening of the Licensed Business. top
What support do I get once my franchise opens?
Sit Means Sit provides ongoing support in training, via an Annual Conference, a National Seminar Tour, featuring Regional ‘Trainer Only’ gatherings throughout the year. Furthermore, the company provides on-going sales and product education conference calls, business strategy coaching, and negotiated vendor/supplier opportunities. Sit Means Sit Corporate staff, are also available via phone and e-mail, too. top
