Budget Blinds
Who are we
What to know about Budget Blinds franchise? Budget Blinds was founded in 1992 by Chad Hallock in Orange County, California. The company began franchising in 1994. The franchised business is a business for the retail sale and installation of blinds and other window coverings. Budget Blinds provides a number of services for its customers, including free in-home consultations, professional measurement and installation, and a wide range of product options to choose from. The company offers a variety of blinds, shades, and shutters to suit any need or aesthetic, and their consultants are trained to help customers select the perfect window treatments for their homes. Budget Blinds also offers several custom-made products, such as draperies and bedding, to further enhance the look of any room. Budget Blinds is based in Irvine, CA. Scroll down to learn more!How much does a Budget Blinds franchise cost?Are you wondering how much is a Budget Blinds franchise? Before starting a Budget Blinds franchise, it is important to know the franchise fee, working capital and other costs required to start the business.The minimum investment amount required to open a Budget Blinds franchise is $140,500 and can go all the way up to $211,750. Keep in mind, you should also allocate additional funds to live off of while the Budget Blinds business ramps up. This can take as little as 6 months to over 2 years depending on the franchise opportunity. You should speak to at least 5 Budget Blinds franchisees to understand the true cost of opening the franchise and how long it takes to: 1) start a Budget Blinds business 2) pass break even 3) hit significant income.After (and if) you pass the point of earning significant income from your Budget Blinds franchise, there may be enough margin to hire a day-to-day manager and work less hours in the business.
New corporate leadership is destroying this brand and previous family culture. Constantly changing rules, have increased franchise costs by 400% dramatically decreasing profitability, cannot be trusted. I would not purchase a new franchise.
Current Operator, Feb 9, 2024The changes to the franchise are going to cripple the franchisees.
Current Operator, Feb 4, 2024Its a good franchise
Current Operator, Oct 18, 2023Life changing
Current Operator, Oct 6, 2023Generally still positive, but we definitely need more marketing support that helps us stand out from fast-emerging competitors in the digital marketing aspect!
Current Operator, Sep 21, 2023Budget Blinds is a family, you have to put in the effort, but you get return on your effort, both financially and in the form of family, friends, colleagues.
Current Operator, Aug 23, 2023
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Franchise Disclosure Documents
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Franchise Disclosure DocumentFDD 2023 | May 11, 2023 | Download |
Franchise Disclosure DocumentFDD 2023 | Apr 27, 2023 | Download |
How much will it cost
- $19,950