With a rapidly increasing network of franchisees across the UK and Ireland, 2006 has been a record-breaking year for Agency Express.

As the only nationwide board servicing company, Agency Express is the clear market leader. Having experienced outstanding growth over the last few years, the company now has a network of over 90 established franchisees. In 2006 alone, a record number of 21 new franchisees started on the road to self-employment with Agency Express, attracted by the company's professional approach and the full training programme that's part of an unrivalled franchise package.

2006 has also seen Agency Express launch its service in Ireland, with six of their new franchisees already operational there. All the new centres received a positive response from estate agencies and further centres are planned in the near future.

Record growth

Franchisees have enjoyed a record year for business growth. "Over 20% of the UK's "For Sale" boards are now erected and maintained by Agency Express operators," said Stephen Watson, the company's founder and Managing Director. "And with company turnover having grown by an average 30% per annum over recent years, it's an exciting time for all our franchisees."

"For Sale" boards are the most important sales aid for estate agencies advertising properties for sale. At any one time there are an estimated 1.5 million "For Sale" and "To Let" boards on display, equating to a business worth £20 million per year. As an ex-estate agent, Stephen Watson saw the need for a nationwide professional and reliable service, and he set up Agency Express in 1997.

Exceptional opportunity

For an investment of just £14,500 (plus reclaimable VAT) each franchisee receives a 10-year Licence for his own protected territory. The comprehensive package includes everything needed to get the business up and running, such as specialist equipment and the deposit paid on a new Renault Master van. You don't need experience or business qualifications, as a full 8-day training programme is part of the package.

As a van-based business, franchisees benefit from low overheads, and the centralised invoicing system means paperwork is kept to a minimum. "It's a simple business formula, but one that creates excellent earning potential, with top earners turning over in excess of £140,000 per year," added Stephen Watson. "And the future looks even brighter, as the growth in company turnover is reflected in the ongoing success of our franchisees."

With new centres opening at a rate of one or two a month, is it time you got on board? Find out how you can join the success of Agency Express. Call Claire Lapping on 01603 620044 or visit www.agencyexpress.co.uk.

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