14 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Sign Gypsies franchise ranges from $4K to $10K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Sign Gypsies is $1K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Sign Gypsies 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Sign Gypsies does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisSign Gypsies has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Sign Gypsies franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisSign Gypsies offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisSign Gypsies currently operates 588 locations (2025 FDD) (587 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system contracted by 11.7% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -8.0%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Sign Gypsies is 12.6% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisSign Gypsies does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Sign Gypsies is 1 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 1 years.
View full contract analysisSign Gypsies's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 20 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Sign Gypsies's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisSign Gypsies provides 7 hours of initial training (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisSign Gypsies does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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