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Investing in a franchise

This section provides helpful guides and advice on how to invest in UK franchise opportunities. We discuss the benefits of setting up and growing a franchise over starting a business from scratch. Franchising is a well-established practice which is used by some of the most successful and well-known brands in the UK covering just about every business sector.

Becoming a franchisee is a self-employment business opportunity. It gives you the chance to start your own company, but trading under an established brand and with support available on everything from financial planning to marketing .

For the franchisor, it can sometimes be a way to expand their business more quickly and cost-effectively compared to opening further company outlets, whilst maintaining legal safeguards are in place to maintain brand control, consistency and protection.

The advantages of opening a franchise business

Here, we summarise the advantages of starting a franchise and some of the locations that are worth taking into consideration.

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How do I know if franchising is for me?

Here, we look at how to ensure you're making the right decision to invest in a franchise.

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How to start a franchise business

Those investors who want to know how to start a franchise business should read this simplified guide.

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Five good reasons why you should consider opening a franchise

Here are five good reasons why opening a franchise is a great alternative to starting a business from scratch.

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The true cost of running a franchise

Many small businesses look to grow as soon as possible, but what is the next step? Here, we take a look at the true cost of setting up a franchise.

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Small business franchising: The easiest way to grow your company?

Philip Ciniglio, CEO of Bartercard, discusses the small business franchising opportunity and what company owners should be aware of.

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How to become a fudge shop franchisee

How two co-founders of a thriving PR firm harnessed a “mid-life crisis” to switch careers to their enduring satisfaction

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Investing in a franchise: Taking on a greeting card operation

Former BP forecourt manager Gayan Weerakkody discusses how he uprooted his family to take on the arm of a successful greetings card franchise.

Investing in a franchise

How to become a fudge shop franchisee

How two co-founders of a thriving PR firm harnessed a “mid-life crisis” to switch careers to their enduring satisfaction

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Investing in a franchise: Taking on a greeting card operation

Former BP forecourt manager Gayan Weerakkody discusses how he uprooted his family to take on the arm of a successful greetings card franchise.

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How a former social worker capitalised on a franchise opportunity

Paul Clark talks about how he took on a franchise opportunity in oven valeting and made a success of it.

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How one former company director took on a franchise arm

In this Q&A, Peter Searle discusses the process of taking on a franchise in the business consultancy sector.

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Getting involved with a franchise opportunity

Here's why the franchise route could be the best one for your business aspirations.

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What attributes make an exceptional franchisee?

Here, Pip Wilkins discusses the traits a person needs if they want to run a successful franchise arm.

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