Franchising: The Basics

Franchising has become a lucrative venture in the UK. In fact, research by the British Franchise Association has found that 97 per cent of franchisee owned units reported profitability in 2015...

There’s something about the franchising world that encourages people to stick around. Many franchisees and franchisors have been in the business for decades, which means they’re equipped with something more recent...

Sports franchises are growing, as more people take up sports and physical exercise. A Sport England survey released in December 2016 shows that 15.97 million people over 16 take part in sport...

When you explore buying into a franchise, you have many options. The following seven tips will help you choose a franchise that will work for you: Make sure your new franchise fits...

Buying an existing franchise business rather than setting up a new territory can provide an investor with significant advantages. There are, however, risks associated with buying a resale franchise - and if...

If you’re looking to take on a franchise, there are two options to consider. The first is buying into a new franchise opportunity and building it from scratch. The second is...

There are more than 900 franchises currently operating in the UK, all of which are jostling for position and want to be noticed. In a crowded marketplace, competition is fierce, so...

The importance of regular and consistent training and development in a franchise business shouldn’t be underestimated. As a franchise, brand and identity are everything, but if you don’t keep franchisees up to...