SIGN GYPSIES
Sign Gypsies Franchising, LLC offers franchises for operating a custom yard greeting installation business under the 'SIGN GYPSIES' or 'SG YARD SIGNS' names. Franchisees meet with clients to design celebratory yard signs using proprietary Sign Pieces, manage installations, and ensure quality and customer satisfaction following the franchisor's System, standards, and Manuals. The target market includes individuals seeking unique temporary outdoor decorations for events like birthdays, graduations, and anniversaries, competing with other sign companies and retailers.
Franchise Costs
No royalty or ad fund. $1,000 annual minimum purchase of sign pieces.
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How SIGN GYPSIES Compares
Key Insights
- One of the lowest investment costs in Home Services (ranked #1 of 130)
- #3 largest franchise system in Home Services
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Home Services
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SIGN GYPSIES Current | $4K – $5K | $1K | N/A | 587 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K – $166K | $55K | 7.0% | 933 |
| HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES | $150K – $177K | $127K | 10.0% | 653 |
| MOSQUITO AUTHORITY | $54K – $128K | $45K | 10.0% | 546 |
| Culligan | $130K – $814K | $40K | 2.0% | 460 |
| MOSQUITO SHIELD | $121K – $158K | $55K | 8.0% | 435 |
Home Services Average 130 franchises | $144K – $289K | $53K | 7.0% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 130 Home Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+32 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SIGN GYPSIES franchisees (2021 – 2021)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a SIGN GYPSIES franchise ranges from $4,100 to $5,450. This includes a franchise fee of $1,000.
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