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Why Own a Cash Crusaders Franchise?

A recession-proof and profitable business model.

Cash Crusaders has been built on three profit centres, ensuring the business thrives regardless of the prevailing economic climate. Stores sell a range of pre-owned goods across various product divisions, but also a wide range of well-priced, quality new goods under various house brands. The secured loans business offers a third income stream.

Cash Crusaders imports top-quality, affordable new goods under the brand names Doogee, Dixon, Amber, Sanchez, Jebson, Beyer and Aviator. All goods procured have comparable features that are in line with high-end global brands.

OUR FOOTPRINT

235 stores across
Southern Africa
and growing.

Founded in 1996 as a proudly South African company, we are now recognised as the largest second-hand retailer in Southern Africa with over two decades of experience. Our current network is fast approaching 240 stores with a collective annual turnover of over R2,524 billion for the financial year ending February 2020.

Our group has fared well in Covid impacted trading conditions. Post lockdown our stores have, on average, achieved profitability equal to the same period in 2019.

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WE SUPPORT YOU

Training to ensure
your success.

You will receive on-the-job training, as well as ongoing training support for yourself and your team.

Our Operations Team will provide you with training, strategic direction, field support and expert business advice whenever you need it.

When your 8-week training is complete, you will be familiar with all aspects of the business and will have gained valuable skills such as negotiating, financial management, merchandising, customer service and industrial relations.

WE SUPPORT YOU

Setup

The Cash Crusaders Project and Franchise Teams will oversee the project on a turnkey basis from blueprint stage to final completion.
The turnkey process includes the following services:

  • Evaluation and selection of premises
  • Assistance with lease negotiations
  • Project management
  • Drawing of plans, shop design and layout
  • Full costing and budget
  • On-site building management throughout construction

WE SUPPORT YOU

Site Selection

We enjoy good relationships with prominent landlords in the retail property market, and work closely with you to evaluate all potential sites to find the best possible location for a Cash Crusaders store.

  • Once a prime site is located, a feasibility study is conducted, which includes demographic research and area analysis
  • Our specialist team will assist you in negotiating the most favourable lease terms possible

WE SUPPORT YOU

Programme

  • 8 weeks training in a dedicated training store
  • You will learn negotiating skills, retail acumen, stock management, and the buying process


Specialised Training:

  • HR, Merchandising, Store Administration and Industrial Relations
  • Manage a store for a week
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FRANCHISEE SUCCESS STORIES

”What do you enjoy most about being part of the Cash Crusaders family?”

“I enjoy being innovative and being able to implement it in the store. I have the chance to build my staff, see them grow personally and professionally progress within Cash Crusaders and beyond. I love to grow my customer base and see them become regulars, continuously building their trust in my store and the Cash Crusaders brand. Recognition of the brand brings them in and trust brings them back.”

Susan Marx

”What do you enjoy most about being part of the Cash Crusaders family?”

“I love offering my customers a unique shopping experience. The team I am blessed with makes being a part of Cash Crusaders highly enjoyable as the business is not complete without them. Then there is the regular training and workshops run by Cash Crusaders. We have training three days a week. Team building and open discussions are vital, especially when we can learn from each other. ”

Ceagan Hendricks

”What do you love most about the Cash Crusaders franchise model?”

“It gives me the protection and support I need for a successful business in the current economic climate. The three profit centres allow me to weather any recession and grow with the years. I opened an additional store every few years and managed that when many others had to close their doors. Cash Crusaders gave me the confidence.”

Raymond Williams
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OUR TECHNOLOGY

Supported by premium technology.

In today’s digital age, technology plays a significant role in day-to-day trading. Customers can now shop online and Click & Collect their purchase from the store. They can also sell their pre-loved goods digitally.

They can also use WhatsApp to sell pre-loved goods and to find their nearest stores. Soon delivery options for online purchases will also be available.

You will have access to our bespoke Point-of-Sale system that monitors sales and stock control. This world-class system is constantly managed and updated by our team of in-house developers. It does everything from re-ordering of new goods, loan applications, buy-ins of second-hand goods and more.

Cash Crusaders regularly engages with customers through our closely-managed social media channels, like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the average setup
cost of a Cash Crusaders store?

THE ANSWER IN A NUTSHELL

  • The cost of setting up a typical 250m2 Cash Crusaders stores is approximately R3,3 million. You’ll need 50% of the set up cost (so R1,65 million) in unencumbered capital
  • The additional finance would be a bank loan of 50% of the setup cost from any bank of your choice, and we can assist you with the application
  • We offer R300 000* in start-up assistance (100% interest-free) repayable over the next 20 months, starting in month 5 and ending in month 24; i.e. R15,000 per month
  • No marketing contribution or royalties are payable for your first 12 months in business. 50% royalties and marketing contributions apply for months 13 – 24
  • A 50% discount is applied to Royalties and Marketing Contributions payable in months 13 to 24

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Cash required

You’ll need R1.65 million in unencumbered capital.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Requirements

  • Commitment
    We require a full-time commitment of franchisees to manage their own businesses
  • Business savvy
    You need financial and business know-how to make a success of your store
  • Leadership
    Embrace our vision and values, take part in national promotions, deliver quality service and empower staff with on-going training
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Cash Crusaders Franchisee

To proceed with your Franchise Application please carefully read the terms and conditions and accept them by ticking the box below:

Terms and Conditions applicable to the Application and Waiting List process:

  1. No part of any of the processes facilitated or outlined on this site are accompanied by any guarantee of success, nor do they represent any undertaking on behalf of Cash Crusaders Franchising (PTY) LTD to establish a Cash Crusaders Franchise with the applicant;
  2. Applicants who are interested in the opportunity of owning a Cash Crusaders Franchise will only be approved and added to the Waiting List on completion of the application, interview and evaluation process;
  3. Cash Crusaders Franchising (PTY) LTD’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into regarding reasons for rejections. Cash Crusaders Franchising (PTY) LTD reserves the right to assess applicants based on its standard criteria, as may be amended from time to time.
  4. In the event that your application is successful, a non-refundable joining fee of R34 500 incl. VAT is payable before you will be added to the Waiting List.

The content and structure of this site is designed to assist interested parties with information to support their possible application for a Cash Crusaders franchise and for no other reason whatsoever.

All contents, of whatever nature, is regarded as private between Cash Crusaders Franchising (PTY) LTD and the applicant and, on the same basis as Cash Crusaders Franchising PTY (LTD) protects the information submitted by applicants, so it is expected that applicants will reciprocate with the same respect.

All information of a personal nature is strictly for internal use only and will not be used for any other purpose than for the assessment of the applicant's submission, unless authorised to the contrary by the applicant.

Franchise Owner
Application Questionnaire

The first step in our application process includes answering a few questions to confirm that you meet the Cash Crusaders' franchisee requirements.

Please answer the following questions accurately:

1. Do you unconditionally accept the terms and conditions of Cash Crusaders’ Application and Waiting List process?
2. Do you understand that submission of any information in this process does not in any way guarantee an opportunity?
3. Do you accept that any responses submitted through this process will form an integral part of the assessment of your application and that you will be bound by such responses?
4. Have you ever been listed by a credit bureau for default on any debt?
5. Do you hereby authorise Cash Crusaders to perform the necessary credit checks that may be part of their assessment process?
6. Do you have a minimum of 50% (R1 650 000) of the set-up costs in unborrowed, immediately available cash, i.e. unencumbered cash? Are you willing/able to provide proof of these funds?
7. Do you understand that you need to have the ability to raise the remainder of the set-up cost from a financial institution that at a minimum will require a personal security and could well require additional security as well?
8. Do you have a current interest or are you committed as surety in any other business?
9. If you answered yes to 8, please elobrate.
10. All new Franchisees and Operators are expected to attend 8 weeks of training at a training store nominated by Cash Crusaders Franchising (PTY) LTD. Do you understand and accept that it is quite possible that the training store’s location will require you to incur travel and accommodation costs?
11. Are you able to spend up to 2 consecutive days in a Cash Crusaders store as a trial?
12. A key factor in Cash Crusaders’ success is hands-on owner operation. All Franchisees are expected to operate their store personally and on a full-time basis. Do you accept this as being a non-negotiable precedent condition?
13. Are you prepared to sign the Non-disclosure Agreement

Franchise Owner
Application Form

Complete this form and our Franchise sales team will contact you shortly.

Required supporting documentation

The following supporting documents must be uploaded in order for your application to be considered

  1. Curriculum Vitae - Detailed breakdown of your work history
  2. Balance Sheet - proof of available funds
  3. Signed NDA - Please Download, sign and upload below
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Talk to Danie Nel

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+27(0)79 895 1888

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