About SIGN GYPSIES Franchise
Sign Gypsies is a yard sign rental franchise that has been offering franchise opportunities since 2020.
The brand provides custom yard sign displays for birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, baby announcements, business promotions, and other special occasions.
The franchise fee is just $1,000, making it one of the most affordable franchise opportunities on the market.
SIGN GYPSIES Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$4K
Average Investment
$7K
Maximum Investment
$10K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $1,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A (no ongoing royalties) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | N/A - no advertising fund | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $4,150 – $9,900 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $4K–$10K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (N/A (no ongoing royalties)) and marketing fee (N/A - no advertising fund) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Initial Inventory of Sign Pieces | $3,100 | $3,100 |
| Site Lease | $0 | $1,000 |
| Marketing | $0 | $350 |
| Hand Tools | $0 | $250 |
| Telephone/Cell Phone | $0 | $750 |
| Insurance | $50 | $750 |
| Licensing and Permits | $0 | $1,000 |
| Uniforms | $0 | $200 |
| Legal/Accounting | $0 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $0 | $0 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 |
| Minimum Purchase of Sign Pieces | $1,000/year (exclusive of discounts and shipping) |
| Interest and Late Fees | $20/day |
| Noncompliance Fee | $300 first violation; $300 if uncorrected in 30 days; $500 each additional |
| Attorneys Fees | Actual fees if franchisor prevails in legal action |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 7.5 hours |
| Classroom Training | 7.5 hours virtual classroom |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 hours |
| Training Location | Virtual / Online |
| Additional Training | No additional or refresher training required. Training directed by founder/President Stacey Hess. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | No minimum size; defined by zip codes, physical boundaries, travel time and distance |
| Description | Area of Primary Responsibility (APR) is exclusive during the franchise term. Franchisor will not install or grant another franchise for custom yard greetings within the APR. Franchisee may market outside APR but can only install within APR and contiguous open areas. Franchisor retains rights to sell via internet, retail, catalog, and other channels. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 1 year |
| Renewal Term | 1 year (successive one-year terms available) |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Notify franchisor of intent, not be in default, comply with material obligations, meet current qualifications and training, sign general release, pay franchise fee, sign then-current franchise agreement (may have materially different terms) |
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 plus transferee must pay then-current franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Pay all amounts owed, be in compliance, sign release, transferee must meet standards, complete training, sign then-current franchise agreement. Franchisor has right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Curable defaults: failure to pay monies, misuse of Marks/IP, failure to comply with agreement. Non-curable: failure to begin by required date, abandonment, false representations, criminal conviction, transfer violations, confidentiality breaches, other franchise terminated, quality standards failure, 2+ notices of default |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | 2 years post-termination/expiration. Cannot be involved in custom yard greeting services (a) within APR, (b) within 20 miles of APR perimeter, (c) within any other Sign Gypsies franchisees APR, or (d) within 20-mile radius of franchisor HQ or any Sign Gypsies franchisee. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Must be operated day-to-day with best efforts toward growth. If natural person, may hire a manager to supervise. If business entity, at least one Owner should remain involved. All managers, operators, employees and sub-contractors must complete training. |
| Required Suppliers | Sign Pieces must be purchased exclusively from Sign Gypsies Franchising, LLC. Sign Pieces are designed and manufactured exclusively for the franchisor. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 90% of purchases must be from franchisor or designated suppliers for both establishing and operating the franchise. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor derived no revenue from franchisee purchases during fiscal year ended Dec 31, 2024. Affiliate Sign Gypsies derived $1,241,533 from franchisee purchases during calendar year 2024. |
SIGN GYPSIES Franchise Earnings — Item 19
SIGN GYPSIES does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
SIGN GYPSIES does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
SIGN GYPSIES Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSIGN GYPSIES has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
SIGN GYPSIES System Growth
Total Units
588
Franchised
587
Company-Owned
1
SIGN GYPSIES currently operates 587 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 64 | 39 | 754 |
| 2023 | 29 | 39 | 665 |
| 2024 | 31 | 35 | 587 |
Transfers: 49 | Closures: 7
State Registrations
Registered in 17 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, MO, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
SIGN GYPSIES Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a SIGN GYPSIES franchise ranges from $4,150 to $9,900, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $1,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
SIGN GYPSIES charges a royalty fee of N/A (no ongoing royalties) of gross sales, plus a N/A - no advertising fund contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the SIGN GYPSIES Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from SIGN GYPSIES to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
SIGN GYPSIES does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
SIGN GYPSIES has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $4,150-$9,900, a N/A (no ongoing royalties) royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $1,000 and the total investment ranges from $4,150 to $9,900 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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