Becoming an Epcon Homes & Communities builder involves a serious commitment and you will probably have some questions prior to joining. It will require a face-to-face meeting with an Epcon representative to answer all of your questions, but as a starting point, here are answers to some basic questions we are frequently asked.
What is the size of a typical Epcon community or project?
Communities vary in size with the amount of land available, setbacks, allowable densities and government regulations. A typical community is comprised of 60-200 homes with a clubhouse, pool and other possible amenities. Epcon Homes offers you a smaller project option to build as few as 10 homes. This requires less up-front capital and cash flow and requires a minimum of only 10 homes to be built with optional amenities.
Is my territory protected?
A protected market area is established for each project. Other Epcon Homes & Communities builders are prohibited from building in your protected area during the construction and initial marketing period and for up to three years after you sign the Market Area Agreement.
Does Epcon arrange financing or recommend investors?
We neither arrange financing nor recommend investors. We can, however, show you how other Epcon Homes & Communities builders structure their financing and bring investors into their system. We can also introduce you to lenders who have worked with other Epcon builders.
Can I continue my present career and hire others to operate the franchise for me?
We recommend that you make a full-time commitment to being an Epcon Homes & Communities builder.
How many people will I need to hire?
Typically, Epcon Homes & Communities’ builders hire at least one full-time sales consultant, a job superintendent, as well as construction and service technicians. Other staff may include accounting and administrative personnel.
May I speak with other Epcon Homes & Communities builders about their experience?
Yes, in fact, we encourage you to do so. Our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) contains a list of all current franchisees, their location and their phone numbers.
The Epcon Franchising program has allowed us to enter a new field of business by starting with a proven model for success. From building plans to sales training, we really have a complete package that allows us to sell homes alongside the best organizations in our market.
