When you franchise with Express, there’s no wrong way to own. You can choose between opening a new staffing franchise office or purchasing a resale franchise. Which one is right for you? It all depends on which path aligns with your personal business goals and preferences.
Key Takeaways:
- A new franchise territory lets you bring an Express office to a community that doesn’t already have one.
- A resale franchise lets you step into an established Express office with an existing client base.
- Both opportunities offer award-winning support from the Express corporate team.
- Express Employment Professionals has both new territories and resale franchise opportunities available across the U.S. and Canada.
What is a new franchise territory?
A new franchise territory is a community that doesn’t currently have an Express office. When you purchase a new franchise territory, you work with a member of the Express Franchise Development Team to select the market that’s the best fit for you. You’ll also get to:
- Choose the location of your new office.
- Develop your own client base.
- Hire and build your own team.
- Build and leverage connections in the community.
What is a resale franchise?
A resale franchise is an existing franchise location that is being sold by its current owner. Express has resale opportunities available throughout the U.S. and Canada. When you purchase a resale franchise, you’ll get to:
- Step into a turnkey business that’s ready to grow.
- Hit the ground running with an existing client base.
- Inherit experienced staff and existing operations.
- Benefit from an established presence in the community.
How do I choose which staffing franchise opportunity is right for me?
There are several factors to consider when deciding which Express ownership opportunity is the right fit for you. Ask yourself:
- What are my business goals?
- Do I want to build my business from scratch, or start with an existing client base?
- Am I willing to work with an established team, or would I prefer to hire my own?
- Is my preferred market available as a new territory or resale franchise?
- Am I ready to be a full-time, hands-on business owner?
But perhaps the most important question of all is the one posed by Express Vice President of Franchising, Melissa Davis. “As you’re considering whether you should start a brand-new location or purchase a resale opportunity, my question back to you is, ‘Where do you want to live?’ because Express will work in whatever market you choose.”
Do new territories and resale franchises get the same support?
Express is known for its award-winning support. As a Franchise Owner, you’ll get the same level of comprehensive support no matter which path to ownership you choose. Every owner has access to:
- Comprehensive onboarding and training curriculum
- A dedicated support team to help you reach your growth goals
- A network of Franchise Owners to guide you and answer common questions
- Day-to-day assistance with back-office tasks like invoices, client paperwork and payroll funding
- A 1-800 Help Desk based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Marketing support, including digital and social media tactics
- The new owner sales coaching program
“I want to give a lot of recognition to Express,” says Franchise Owner Jorge Costas. “They’ve really held up their side of the deal and have provided me with so much support, coaching and mentoring.”
What makes Express a good choice?
Express has over 40 years of experience in the staffing franchise category. Our time-tested business model is built to drive long-term success for our Franchise Owners. We’ve been ranked the #1 staffing franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 15 consecutive years, an honor that reflects our commitment to excellence and helping our Franchise Owners grow and sustain strong performance. Whether you choose to purchase a new territory or a resale franchise, you can feel confident knowing that you’ll be backed by an established industry leader that has your best interests in mind.
What does it take to become an Express Franchise Owner?
You don’t need any previous staffing industry experience to become an Express staffing franchise owner. But we’ve found that our most successful Franchisees share the following traits:
- Sales-minded and client service-focused
- Hands-on and involved in the business daily
- A natural and confident leader
- High-energy and outgoing
- Community-minded and eager to build connections and make an impact
Financially, you should have a net worth of at least $250K and access to liquid capital of $200K or more (cash, 401K rollover, business or home equity loan).
How do I take the next step with Express?
Ready to explore staffing franchise ownership options with Express? We’d love to connect with you. If you’re still not sure whether a new territory or resale franchise is right for you, don’t worry. Our Franchise Development team is here to help. Fill out the form below to get started.