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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.
How company-owned stores can enhance franchise training programmes
Updated 13 Jan 2021"One of the most important contributions that our company stores are making to the franchise is in training our new recruits," says Danny Hanlon, Granite & TREND Transformation UK COO
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How landscaping businesses can flourish in 2021
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“100 per cent of franchisees renew their franchise agreements. They now only seem to leave us to retire”
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Finance facts: industry expert explains what you need to know
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Becoming a franchisee will maximise your chances of success
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The importance of nurturing your internal talent
Updated 06 Jan 2021
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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Want to attract the best franchisees? Targeted PR can help
Updated 03 Dec 2020Public relations plays a key role in franchise recruitment, Mel Betts, director of Grapevine PR, says
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Why the ‘personal touch’ is essential in business
Updated 13 Nov 2020Firms need to communicate responsively, clearly and with understanding. Even AI development needs a human in the loop. So, then why are so many businesses happily handing over communication to chatbots and automated systems?
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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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How franchisors can maximise their time at exhibitions
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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
Updated 15 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.
6 home-based franchises from under £10K
Updated 28 Dec 2020Whether it’s publishing, tutoring or personal training, there’s a proven work-from-home business for you
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“Why we’re glad we took the resale route”
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6 steps to selling your franchise
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The best gym franchises in the UK in 2020
Updated 01 Oct 2020
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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Proven steps to finding the right franchise for you
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“We aim to remain at the summit of the sector”
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The industry has come alive with positivity once more
Updated 26 Oct 2020 -
8 emerging sectors with proven profit potential
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How the sector has proved its resilience during the pandemic
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bfa offers free membership to franchisees
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4 ways franchising has changed since the coronavirus outbreak
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Why franchising is still the smart route to business ownership
Updated 11 Jun 2020
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