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What Franchise provides you with all the information you need to start running a franchise. Our experts will show you how to choose the best franchise model, fund the business and run it successfully. We can explain the legalities of running a franchise and support you with helpful data and guides to your chosen market. Franchising attracts a wide range of people, who are all looking to invest in a proven business model and reap the rewards of self employment opportunities, many of which offer flexible hours and the chance to work from home. Is franchising for you? Search our advice section to find out.
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Running a franchise can be a daunting task, especially if it is your first time. We will provide you with all of the essential information required to start running a franchise. Find how to buy or sell a franchise, choose the best franchising model, meet running standards and even furnish your premises. Our advisers will explain the legalities of running a franchise and support you with helpful data and guides to your chosen market.
Why are children’s services franchises so popular?
Updated 01 Apr 2020With the majority spending upwards of £28,000 on their children’s hobbies before they reach 18, it’s no wonder that savvy entrepreneurs are seeing the benefit in investing in a children’s services franchise
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Why ‘olderpreneurs’ make first-rate franchisees
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How to handle layoffs and impacted hourly workers as an effect of COVID-19
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Streamline your business with these essential apps
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These Massage Company franchisees have the magic touch
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Elevate your brand with these top tips
Updated 23 Mar 2020
Marketing & promoting your franchise
Marketing and promoting your franchise is important, especially if you are looking for it to expand. There are lots of ways to market your franchise, whether online or offline, attracting potential franchisees is essential. We will walk you through establishing your audience and creating a franchise prospectus to show what you can offer your franchisees. Explore our articles on how to market you franchise locally and find helpful tips on the different mediums you can promote through.
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How to get PR right during challenging times
Updated 16 Mar 2020If you stop PR, marketing and communication during these times, your business will be more at risk than those that don’t
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Your social media and outsourcing questions answered by our small business expert
Updated 05 Mar 2020What Franchise’s resident business agony aunt Angie Coates, founder and CEO of Monkey Music, answers your business and entrepreneurial conundrums
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Franchising exhibitions offer the opportunity for you to meet and discuss the running of franchises with experienced franchisees. Search through the wide range of BFA recognised businesses exhibited, branching across all types of franchises from food and beverage franchises to industrial cleaning franchises. Learn what it is really like to run your own franchise from professionals and gain vital information about your chosen industry.
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The franchises performing well on the high street
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Why exhibitions are must-attend events for prospective franchisees
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Everything you need to know about the Women in Business Expo
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5 ways to maximise your time at a franchise show
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Karren Brady and Michelle Mone to headline Women in Business Expo 2019
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Save the date for the 38th edition of the biggest franchise show in the world
Updated 02 Jan 2019
Buying a franchise resale can often prove a sensible move, as the franchise will already have an established customer base and will be well-recognised in its situation. People sell their franchises for many different reasons so it is important that you get the business valued, whether you're buying or selling yourself. What Franchise shows you the best resale franchise opportunities on offer.
The benefits of buying an existing franchise
Updated 2 days agoWhile it is imperative to do due diligence, the resale option allows entrepreneurs the opportunity to take an established business and push it to the next level
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How buying a franchise resale can benefit all parties
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4 proven steps to successfully buying a franchise resale
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A franchise resale could provide a springboard for your own success
Updated 25 Oct 2019
The British Franchising Association is the single corporation responsible for maintaining the
integrity of the entire UK Franchising Industry. The BFA promote ethical franchising across the
UK and enable clear distinctions between the quality of franchises. High standards must be met by
franchises in order to attain membership and consequently receive representation by the supervising body,
along with advice from professional and experienced consultants. Offering a variety of memberships for both
well-established businesses and first time franchisees the BFA provide respectable and invaluable accreditation for franchises.
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Why ‘olderpreneurs’ make first-rate franchisees
Updated 30 Mar 2020 -
How to separate fact from fiction when choosing a franchise
Updated 05 Mar 2020 -
Why exhibitions are must-attend events for prospective franchisees
Updated 05 Feb 2020 -
Top tips for building a successful franchise
Updated 27 Jan 2020 -
Why it’s important to educate international franchise brands entering the UK
Updated 13 Jan 2020 -
The future looks bright for franchising in 2020
Updated 10 Dec 2019 -
Why you should consider entering your business for an award
Updated 02 Dec 2019 -
From the leaders of tomorrow: what is the future of franchising?
Updated 12 Nov 2019
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