Below we have highlighted the main benefits of being a Nationwide Memorials franchisee which should help you answer the above question.

(1) High income potential and saleable business

As a Nationwide Memorials franchisee you will have the opportunity to build a successful sales & distribution business and earn a high income, working for yourself, but with the training, support and experience of an established business behind you. The group has a proven business formula that will form the basis on which every franchise operates. Demand for our services is very high and you will have a large exclusive area to work within.

The earning potential for a Nationwide Memorials franchisee can be seen in the earning potential section of this prospectus.

The other great benefit to owning a successful business is that you will have a valuable asset that you can sell in the future. Not only are you earning a high income, you are building a nest egg too.

(2) Large exclusive territory

Each franchisee is given an exclusive large territory to work within. This means that only you can operate and market within your chosen area. We have divided the UK into yellow page areas.

The size of your area means that you have the opportunity to build a sizeable business over the coming years without being restricted by a small territory that would limit your potential.

(3) Repeat business

One of the great benefits of this franchise is ongoing repeat business from the families you form relationships with. Recommendations from existing clients have historically been key to our development as a company.

(4) Credibility and use of company brand

As part of the franchise agreement you get to use the “Nationwide Memorials” processes, systems, name, logo, website, history and stationery. This gives you credibility and confidence to go out into the market place and get off to a good start. It also enhances your position in the mind of potential clients that they are dealing with an established and reputable company. Many testimonials are already available……..!!

(5) Training and ongoing support

Ongoing comprehensive training and support will be given to franchisees which combine on the job and class room based technical training.

Support and assistance is continually available to franchisees as part of the franchise offering. See the training section of this prospectus for more details.

Experts from Nationwide Memorials are in place to support franchisees on a day-to-day basis. There is also a highly skilled and experienced management team in place to offer support and guidance to the running of the business. Best practice sharing takes place and helps to keep all the Nationwide Memorials franchisees operating effectively and efficiently.

(6) Assistance with raising finance

Finance packages are available for prospective franchisees if required. A business plan template has been developed which is then amended to suit your particular circumstances. This can then be shown to any high street bank or lender either by yourself or with our assistance. This approach helps secure the lowest finance rates available.

(7) Additional products and services to sell

We will also train you in selling additional products and services which will further boost your turnover and profitability quite significantly. These include memorial renovation, maintenance and insurance.

(8) Proven lead generation

Nationwide Memorials has a proven business formula for generating leads and business for franchisees. This is arguably the most important part for any franchisee in order to maximise their earning potential.

The Nationwide Memorials website is focused on the customer’s need and is a source of information as well as directing them towards enquiries and bookings.

We maintain a centralised phone number to pass on enquiries and bookings to you. By promoting our products and services UK wide we create awareness of our operations and generate business for you. We also send out brochures on your behalf to potential clients in your area who enquire by telephone or online.

Where possible we will also try to close these potential clients over the telephone too.

(9) Established business

We’ve been operating as Nationwide Memorial since 1999 providing Memorial products and services.  Our experience and expertise together with the convenience and cost effectiveness of Memorials means our products and services are in high demand. You will never feel you are on your own as you are part of a national group of companies trading as Nationwide Memorials.

(10) No stock set up

Any new distribution company would have to hold stock, immediately reducing cash flow and working capital. With a Nationwide Memorials franchise central stock is already stored in our extensive Kent warehouse.

(11) Accounts & insurance management

A monthly management fee is charged to undertake almost all of your accounting needs & company insurance. This leaves the franchisee free to do what they do best and sell Memorial products!

12) Low overhead costs

Each franchise is designed to operate from home initially with the main equipment requirements being a computer, printer, fax, mobile phone, telephone, and internet access. As your business grows you will then have the option to continue working from home or moving into business premises or acquiring a showroom.