Investing in a Franchise

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How much does a franchise cost?
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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Business Loans vs Franchise Financing: What’s the Difference?
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...
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Investing in a Franchise Finance Advice
Weighing it up: how to conduct a SWOT analysis for your franchise
There are literally hundreds of franchise brands to choose from, so how do you select the one that’s right for you? Whenever you assess a new opportunity, it could help...
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Introduction to Franchising

Business Loans vs Franchise Financing: What’s the Difference?

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...
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Investing in a Franchise

Top 5 tips on multi-unit franchise expansion

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...
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Introduction to Franchising

Spring into action with a franchise!

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...
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Introduction to Franchising

Blueprint for success

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...
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Why a travel franchise is the perfect opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs

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,...
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Investing in a Franchise

How much does a franchise cost?

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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Investing in a Franchise

What to look for in a franchise agreement

Insights from Dan Archer, Founder and UK Chief Executive, Visiting Angels In an interview with Dan Archer at The British & International Franchise Exhibition, we explored what prospective franchisees should...
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Investing in a Franchise

Weighing it up: how to conduct a SWOT analysis for your franchise

There are literally hundreds of franchise brands to choose from, so how do you select the one that’s right for you? Whenever you assess a new opportunity, it could help...
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Introduction to Franchising

Top Tips For Budding Franchisees

LEGAL ADVICE THANKS TO FREETHS SOLICITORS 1. Unless it’s in the contract it’s not part of the deal Once you have decided to take on a franchise, your formal appointment as a...
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Introduction to Franchising

What is Franchising?

Introduction  When most people hear the word ‘franchising’ they probably think of fast food restaurants such as Burger King or McDonald’s but what you might not know is that franchising...
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