Buy a Neighborhood News Franchise

Neighbors Choice® is a home-based franchise offering neighborhood newsletter publishing services that connect residents with local businesses through customized print and digital newsletters. Founded in 1996 as Neighborhood News Inc. by Susan Schopp, the company began as a home-based ad sales and newsletter publishing business for homeowners’ associations and expanded to franchising under the Neighbors Choice® brand in March 2020. Franchisees work within designated territories to build relationships with neighborhood groups and sell advertising space to local businesses, while the corporate team manages newsletter content creation, printing, and website design.

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Why buy a Neighborhood News Franchise?

Investing in Neighbors Choice offers a low-cost, home-based franchise opportunity with exclusive territories focused on community engagement and local advertising sales. The initial franchise fee is approximately $35,000, with no exclusive territories or absentee ownership allowed. Franchisees benefit from corporate support in content production and distribution, enabling them to build a sustainable business by connecting local businesses with their communities through trusted neighborhood newsletters.

Neighborhood News Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $35,000

    • Initial Investment

      Approx. $71,525

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      6%

  • Training & Support

    • Remote/online with personalized support

    • No mandatory in-person training

    • Ongoing support

Neighborhood News – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Neighbors Choice provides franchisees with training and ongoing support in sales, marketing, operations, and territory development. The franchisor handles printing, distribution, and digital platform management, allowing franchisees to focus on community engagement and ad sales. Franchisees receive assistance with territory development but must actively manage their local business relationships.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Neighbors Choice is recognized for its low-cost, flexible home-based franchise model and its niche in hyperlocal community marketing.

  3. Industry / Market

    The local advertising and community engagement market is evolving with a blend of print and digital media. Neighbors Choice leverages this by offering customized neighborhood newsletters that help small businesses reach targeted local audiences, a valuable service as businesses seek cost-effective marketing channels.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The ideal franchisee is a motivated, self-driven entrepreneur comfortable with sales and community outreach. Absentee ownership is not allowed, and the business requires full-time commitment. No prior experience in publishing is necessary, but strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

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