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Introduction to Franchising
Five key differences between franchising in the UK and the US By Phil Mowat, Managing Consultant, Ashtons Franchise Consulting This summer, all eyes are on the US. The greatest footballing...
Investing in a Franchise
A view of franchising One of the things we tell people when investing in a franchise is to always, always, always speak to one of their existing franchisees first. They...
Introduction to Franchising
For many performers, there comes a moment when they start thinking differently about the future. It might happen after years of auditions, touring contracts, freelance work or balancing multiple jobs...
Investing in a Franchise
When people think about franchising, they often focus on business ownership, financial performance and growth opportunities. While these are undoubtedly important, one of the most significant benefits of franchising is...
Introduction to Franchising
When it comes to funding a business, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Is there really a difference between a standard business loan and franchise financing?” On...
Investing in a Franchise
Multi-unit franchising – owning a number of business units, whether a suite of territories with one franchisor, or running operations with more than one brand – is generally considered to...
Introduction to Franchising
If you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance you’re thinking about buying a franchise or franchising your own business. If so, hurrah and welcome! You’re about to explore the...
Introduction to Franchising
Franchising: The surprisingly cool, semi-bulletproof way to own a business, says Ashtons Franchise Consulting. Let’s be honest – when you hear the word franchise, your mind may go straight to...
Investing in a Franchise
The travel industry has always been an exciting and dynamic business sector; it continues to present incredible opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning your own business,...
Investing in a Franchise
Magic numbers At an early stage of your franchise research journey, this one feels like the single most important – or perhaps the only – question you want answered! But...

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