Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is experience necessary? - Back to Top
A. No, our Independent Authorized Dealers come from all walks of life. We have insurance agents, machinists, cowboys, coaches, franchise owners, biologists, medical professionals, farmers, auto mechanics, realtors, ministers and firefighters! We even have a "Full Bird Colonel" on our Team!

Q. Is education necessary? - Back to Top
A. One of our Independent Authorized Dealers never obtained a GED. Others have graduated from high school and some have college degrees. In fact, one has a degree in biology from Texas A&M University.

Q. Is age important? - Back to Top
A. No. One Independent Authorized Dealer in Kansas is 75 years young! Our youngest member is a mere 20 years of age. The rest fall somewhere in-between. All of our Independent Authorized Dealers do have a number of things in common: A strong desire to succeed, open-mindedness to take direction, and willingness to learn a new business. Ethical business practices and dedication to saving lives. Most importantly, they want a business that will provide them and their families the income that allows them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Q. What do we offer? - Back to Top
A. The latest up-to-date marketing tools! The finest products available! Tried and proven techniques.

Q. How large of an office will I need? - Back to Top
A. You don't have to have an office. You can start your business from home. Some of our Independent Authorized Dealers have worked from their homes for years. Some of them have offices as big as 10,000 square feet!

Q. Can the business be run part-time? - Back to Top
A. Absolutely, the majority of our business occurs during evenings and on weekends.

Q. What is my investment? - Back to Top
A. That depends on you. There is no franchise fee, set-up charge or hidden costs. You can purchase inventory or you can enroll in the Career Express Program and earn while you learn.

Q. What results can I expect from my sales people? - Back to Top
A. It has been our experience that part-time sales people will average one sale per week; full-time, two to three sales per week.

Q. Where do I acquire my sales leads? - Back to Top
A. Numerous programs have been developed over the years to assure you adequate opportunities to reach your customers.

Q. What assistance can I expect? - Back to Top
A. Whatever is required to get you started. Our company has field Directors to assist you in the opening of your business. In addition, the Home Office will provide you with an invitation to the renowned "Dealer Development Tools Seminar".

Q. Is the business difficult to learn? - Back to Top
A. No. Simplicity is our greatest asset. Our DVD presentation, Fire Safety Awareness, incorporates When Seconds Count and The Solution. These two videos and the accompanying slides will virtually walk you through the presentation. They will help you explain the need for the products along with the features and benefits of our protection.

Q. Do I need sales experience? - Back to Top
A. No. A pleasing personality in dealing with people is more important than experience.

Q. Is financing available for my customers? - Back to Top
A. While a large portion of our Independent Authorized Dealers experience a majority of cash transactions (checks and credit cards), there are local and national lending institutes which will finance our products.

Q. How do I know if I qualify? - Back to Top
A. That question and any others you may have will be answered during an interview. Simply contact us for an appointment.