Wednesday 25 April

12:00 – 12:30 | An introduction to franchising in Scotland

• The size and expected growth of the franchise market in Scotland

• What you should look for in a franchise

• Why and when you should get legal advice

• How to obtain funding and access financial help

13:00 – 13:30 | All you need to know about investing in a franchise

• How to approach a franchisor and the questions you need to ask

• The legalities you must consider if you are buying a franchise

• What the banks are doing to support franchising in Scotland

• The bfa's recommended next steps

14:15 – 14:45 | What to consider when choosing a franchise

• The benefits of franchising versus starting from scratch

• What a franchisor looks for in a franchisee and vice versa

• What a franchise agreement is and when you need to use a solicitor

• The importance of business plans and how to obtain funding

15:30 - 16:00 | Making franchising your future

• How buying a franchise can change your life – on a personal & business level

• The different types of franchises available

• The advantages of a buying a franchise

• How the banks can help you fund your new venture