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Do You Want To Be A Franchisee?
Buying a franchise could be a great way of getting your very own business, and you would not be alone either. Believe it or not, franchising has been widely accepted for around 50 years now; it is neither a...
What Is a McDonald’s Franchise and do they Sell in the UK?
Unless you’ve been living the life of a hermit, you’ll no doubt be very much aware of the world’s favourite burger chain, branches of which can be found on pretty much every high street.
McDonald's began its life as a...
Attending Franchise Exhibitions: If You Are Thinking About Buying A Franchise
Great news for you, if you are still looking to buy a franchise, there are plenty of events to help you to do so. There always has been historically anyway, but the covid pandemic put a temporary halt to...
Do Krispy Kreme Sell Franchises in the UK?
Krispy Kreme was founded in 1937 by James 'Papa' Krispy. It's a sweet story about the Krispy Kreme franchise that they have become a truly international brand.
Although Krispy Kreme doughnuts have been around since 1937, Brits have only enjoyed...
Being Your Own Boss Vs. Being Employed: 4 Reasons Why Running Your Own Business Is Life-Changing
Have you ever considered becoming your own boss, starting your own business, or launching an entrepreneurial career? You’re not alone! In fact, almost two thirds (64%) of the UK workforce wants to set up a business.
With more individuals than...
Can I Buy A Cash Converters Franchise?
We all like a bargain, and, every year, consumers worldwide make their hard-earned cash go further by buying and selling pre-loved items.
The Australian-born company, Cash Converters, landed on British soil in 1991 and specialises in the trade of pre-loved...
Franchise Exhibitions and What Happens Next
You have finally made the commitment to do some serious research in your quest to find a new business, and the idea of having lots of options, all under one roof, is appealing, but what on earth do you...
The History Of Franchising: How It all Started and Where It Is Today
If you've ever thought about starting a franchise for yourself, you may have wondered how it all began so, in this article, we're going to take you through the history of franchising and how it started way back in...
Franchising 101: How Does A Franchise Operate?
In the UK, there are over 1,000 franchise businesses, employing over 710,000 people and, in many cases, registering a turnover of £250,000. Despite this, a lot of people are still in the dark as to how a franchise operates.
As...
The Risk Versus Reward Of Buying A Franchise
If you are looking for an extremely safe way of setting up in business, buying a franchise can be a great route for you. So, what is holding you back then? I mean, you must already be keen to...
14 of the Best Small Business Opportunities for 2021
In the UK, a great many of us will work a staggering 90,000 hours during our lifetime and, in an ideal world, we’d all have jobs that are rewarding and fulfilling.
Sadly, this isn’t always the case - something which...
Selling a Franchise: 10 Steps to Success
Owning and running a franchise business can be great fun and, with a bit of work, extremely lucrative.
While this is very much the case, there may come a time when you decide that you’re ready for a new challenge,...
Food & Beverage Franchises: Which is best, Fast Food Outlets or a Restaurant?
The market in 2021 has shifted in a way beyond imagination in literally a matter of months. From traditional bricks and mortar sites to...
Are Franchises Considered Small Businesses?
Franchising is big business in the UK but, despite this, there are still some myths and misconceptions surrounding this lucrative business model. Today, we’re...
Can Franchising Grow in The Long Term?
In 2021, franchising is bigger news than ever but, despite this, there are a few myths about this unique business model and if franchising can grow in the long term which need busting.
One of...
What Are The Best Franchises To Open in 2022?
As news arrives of a delay to the lifting of restrictions in the UK, many of Great Britain’s ailing businesses are down to their last breath. Running your own business always carries an element...
How to Open a Franchise
Buying into a franchise can be a really low cost and low-risk way of dipping your toe into the business world - and, if you choose the right one, it can also be incredibly...
How to scale up a small business with franchising
Owning a small business or launching a start-up has always had its challenges. But never before has there been so many unpredictable highs and lows and constant changes. The effect of the pandemic on...