The financials behind your Schmidt business
As with all franchises, an initial investment is required to get your business up and running. But just like our home interior solutions, these figures will be designed to perfectly match your circumstances.
To further illustrate how confident we are in our franchisees succeeding, you pay no ongoing royalties and no franchise fee. We only profit when you profit: a true business partnership.
The required investment to own a Schmidt franchise
The average investment for a Schmidt franchise is typically around £370,000. This comprises:


Your liquid capital
An investment of £100,000 – covering your liquid capital, taxes, administration and general business costs.


Schmidt loan
Up to £100,000 – covering the showroom concept, build and fit-out, easing your initial cash flow.


Bank loan
Up to £170,000 – helping you with suppliers, human resources, IT and other building costs.
Please note: the figures above are an example of the average investment, actual figures can vary by location and property
We have forged excellent relationships with high street lenders. Owing to Schmidt UK franchisees’ success over the past decade, these banks intimately understand the power of our business model, and we can introduce you to them when the time is right. Please note that funding is subject to status.
Of course, these figures will vary depending upon your specific situation; a full and transparent breakdown of the required financials will be discussed as part of the process of becoming a Schmidt franchisee.
How much can I earn as a Schmidt business owner?
Joining our franchise family has the potential to be very financially rewarding. Depending on the success of your business, you could enjoy:
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Important things to note about your franchise financials
As a Schmidt business owner, you will be running a high margin, positive cash flow business, with no need to hold a warehouse stuffed full of expensive stock. This translates to a great ROI as you establish yourself locally.
We operate a just-in-time manufacturing process, meaning your customers’ orders are dispatched directly from our factories – providing you with a stronger cash flow model and, quite simply, far less hassle.
All of which means the best way of laying out a made-to-measure financial blueprint for your business is to get in touch with our franchise recruitment team today.