Signarama charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Signarama franchise is approximately 7.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 1.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $367/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Signarama has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 1 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the Signarama franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Signarama offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Franchisees retain online sales rights for their territory.

Signarama currently operates 680 locations (2025 FDD) (680 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 0.6% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 0.3%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Signarama is 2.8% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Signarama FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $519K (average: $847K).

The initial franchise agreement term for Signarama is 35 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 35-year periods. The total potential term is 70 years.

Signarama's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).

Yes, Signarama's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Signarama provides 160 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (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 annual basis.

Yes, Signarama provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.