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Budget Blinds
How should a window be treated? Budget Blinds knows. The company specializes in custom window treatments, including blinds, shades, shutters, and draperies. Budget Blinds also carries window film, screens, décor products such as borders and custom faux iron wall décor, rugs, and bedding. Customers can choose from the company’s Signature Series and name-brand products in the comfort of their homes. Budget Blinds brings the showroom to the customer. Franchisees receive product, installation, and business training as well as marketing/sales support, including a centralized call center for disseminating leads. New franchisees benefit from one-on-one guidance from a personal business coach. Ongoing technical support is also available.
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1992 |
| Franchising since | 1994 |
| Can be run from home? | Yes |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | Yes |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| % of franchisees who own multiple units | 24% |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | Yes |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 709 | 87 | 0 |
| 2010 | 719 | 82 | 0 |
| 2009 | 750 | 85 | 0 |
Expanding in These Locations
| Total Investment | $89,240 - $173,070 |
| Franchise Fee | $14,950 |
| Royalty Fee | Varies |
| Net Worth | $75,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $74,950 - $158,120 |
| Does franchisor offer financing? | Yes |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | Yes |
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