1.    IIs this a Franchise?  No, this is not a franchise. You would be an independent business owner.  You will receive a “Getting Started” manual that will help to guide you through the process of setting up your business.

2.  When can I expect to start making a profit? Typically, you should recoup your start up costs after 8 to 10 rentals.  Keep in mind that this varies by area.

3.  How do I start to build my client base? There are a number of ways to start to market your business and build your client base.  1) Word of mouth is a valuable way to find clients.  Tell your friends, family, business associates and any groups or associations you belong to. 2) The internet is another affordable solution. Create a webpage.  There are many sites that provide you with templates and a web page for a minimal charge or free. 3) Don’t forget social media such as: Facebook, Twitter and Blogging. 4) Register your business with yellowpage.com as well as each search engine.  5) Consider attending craft or baby shows. 6) Contact local editors to get a feature story on your new business. 7) Look at small, independent local stores to leave brochures. 8) You can gift your rental to friends and family as a way to advertise your business.

4.  How much time does it take to set up a rental? It usually takes no longer than 40 minutes (phone call, stenciling your keepsake, drive and set-up), but this will also depend on your delivery area.

5.  What else will I need to open for business? Other than your Stork Rental Kit, you will need a few tools such as: screw driver (manual or power), 9/16 ratchet or wrench, and flashlight.  It is also recommended that you have a post driver, mallet and post puller. You will also need to have a clean, dry space to store your rental and a vehicle to transport your rental. The stork rental breaks down into 4 X 4 foot sections for easy transport in most size vehicles.

6.  What kinds of skills do I need? You will need to know how to use a ratchet or wrench and be able to drive a stake into the ground.  You will also need to have the ability to lift approximately 20 pounds.

7.  What are the signs made of? The rental signs are made from MDO (Medium Density Overlay). MDO is plywood overlaid and heat fused with a smooth sheet of resin on both surfaces providing a water proof coating, making it a strong choice for your outdoor rental sign.

8.  Do you sell zip codes with your kits? We do not sell zip codes or limit your rental delivery area.

9.  How do I get additional supplies? Your stork kit will contain supply order forms which will include: keepsake circles, brochures, paint pens, and additional Stork or Sweet Pea Rentals etc. There will be an order form on the website.

10.Where do you ship to?  We ship to the contiguous 48 states.  For Alaska and Hawaii orders please contact us for shipping and other additional costs.

11.How soon can I expect my Stork Rental Kit? Your kit (s) will be shipped in 4 to 6 weeks.  We will notify you if there will be a longer turnaround time.

12.Do you have a warranty on your rental kit (s)? Ivy’s Wood Creations warranties all products for a period of 30 days for defects due to materials or workmanship.  If you have a problem please contact us immediately. 

13.What is your return policy? We will refund the full amount of the product, less the cost of shipping, if the item (s) are returned within 30 days. We suggest using a shipping method that can be tracked. You are responsible for shipping the product back to us.