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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.
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 fitness franchises must nurture community spirit in 2023
Updated one day agoFounder of BFT, Cameron Falloon, discusses the importance of meeting the demands and needs of a local community when it comes to fitness studios
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My franchise story: From life low to career high
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Essential tips for entrepreneurial success
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Is now the right time to start a business?
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Should you buy a resale?
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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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Lessons to learn from how French franchisors use social media
Updated 13 Jul 2022A practical perspective on franchisor social media training practices
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“Networking has made my travel franchise almost £1m in sales”
Updated 03 Jun 2022Not Just Travel franchise owner, Lloydie Gardiner, shares his top tips for those thinking about using networking to grow their business
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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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Top tips for mastering expos
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Diary of a franchise newcomer: My first franchise show
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Go-to guide for prepping for your first franchise show
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Event focus: The International Franchise Show is coming
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Networking can fast-track your career growth
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Showcasing the franchise brands that have gone above and beyond
Updated 17 Nov 2021
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.
Is now the right time to start a business?
Updated 22 Nov 2022Are you crazy to buy a franchise under the looming cloud of recession? Not if you do your research, says franchising expert Richard Pakey
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Should you buy a resale?
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Fresh faces in franchising
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Have you considered multi-unit franchising?
Updated 04 Jul 2022
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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#Leading the change
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How to choose the right franchise for you
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A return to events
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Feel the fear, but do it anyway
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“We’ve found new ways to support all of the franchising industry”
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How franchise forums are hitting the mark
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“The Franchise Training Academy is starting off with a series of educational seminars, giving you the insight and expertise to excel in different areas”
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“A year of increased support for franchisees”
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