Established in 1983, Hiawatha Log Homes set out to create a log home company to manufacture homes using only the highest quality of materials. We also have carefully developed a team of employees dedicated to helping make homebuyers' dreams of living in a log home a reality, one home at a time.
We value every homeowner and embrace the opportunity to be part of this exciting chapter in their lives. It is our pleasure to be associated with so many satisfied homeowners through the country.
Independent Sales Representatives's (Dealers) are trained professionals that are authorized to sell the Hiawatha Log Homes product.
As an independent sales rep you are representing Hiawatha Log Homes and we take our reputation seriously. You are an extension of the image and branding which we invest so much to project.
Hiawatha Log Homes Model Home
As a representative you may be required to build a Hiawatha Log Homes model.
This can be a live-in model or a free standing model. Of course, free standing is the best scenario as you do not have to combine daily life with the challenges to always having your home "customer ready".
Your model home is expected to be clean, decorated with up-to-date furnishings, and landscaped.
Support and Training
Support and training are key to the success of selling any product no matter what you are selling you need to be adequately trained.
As a sales professional you will be making an investment in your own success. Each year an annual dealer meeting is held, and it is a requirement that you attend in order to maintain the benefits Hiawatha extends to its dealers.
Protected territory is fantastic, but needs to be constantly developed through sales and marketing efforts. Potential customer information is sent to you electronically and you are accountable for follow-up and documentation of information in a timely fashion.
Franchise Start-Up Package
Hiawatha Log Homes does not assess a franchise fee, but we do require dealers to be equipped with the sales tools necessary to do the job.
We have developed a Start-Up Package that is required purchase that will give you the basics:
- Planbooks
- DVD's
- Brochures
- Signs
- and more
We also require you to to travel to the Hiawatha Log Homes corporate headquarters to meet with all of the department heads as you start this new venture.
Sales
The Hiawatha Logs Homes sales force is made up of our in-house team and a network of independent sales representatives throughout the country.
- Protected sales territory
- Competitive commission schedule
- Sales training
- Lead tracking / Customer leads
- Award winning model home
- Travel reimbursement program
- Dealer support
- Sales incentives and promotions
- Added value commissioning: windows, staining, etc.
- In-house estimating department
Marketing
- Co-operative marketing program
- National advertising campaigns
- Photography
- Editorial / magazine features
- National home show support
- http://www.hiawatha.com
- Quarterly customer newsletter
- Award winner promotional / collateral materials
- Dealer support to develop dealer's marketing strategy
Advertising
Advertising your dealership is essential, and as a dealer you will have access to marketing professionals. Website, ads, national home shows, events and photography are just a few of the marketing items you will discover as ways to promote your business.
Co-operative Advertising Program
Advertising is required and that is why we have developed a Co-operative Advertising Program designed to provide funds to assist with your marketing efforts.
We will be with you every step of the way, offering suggestions to help make your dealership successful!
Becoming a Hiawatha dealer is hard work and a commitment of time and resources, but it is one of the most rewarding jobs you'll ever have.
There is nothing better than being part of making someone's dream of living in a log home come true.
