Franchising: The Basics

At its finest, franchising allows people the opportunity to buy into an existing, successful business model that comes with a proven track record, a successful training programme, a reliable supply chain,...

If you look around you, many of the businesses you see or indeed use on a daily basis are likely to be part of a franchised network. They might be independently...

Threats of redundancy and recession mean many more people are applying to become franchisees. As a result, competition among prospective franchisees is rife. So here’s what you need to know to boost...

You’ve found an exciting franchise opportunity. You feel it’s a great one. You spend hundreds of hours research the brand and tell all your friends about it. But something is holding...

When the economy is uncertain, the most resilient businesses do best, which is why you should be seeking out a resilient franchise. The franchising industry tends to grow in recessions, partly because...