Guides & Tips

How to choose a franchise Jul 23 2007
A good franchise scheme is not just about having a good idea, it’s about the franchisor’s ability to prove the idea, have the available resources, both human and financial, and build the infrastructure to ensure the brand can be replicated by franchisees. SmallBusiness.co.uk offers some practical advice on starting a franchise. Read A guide to franchise agreements Mar 14 2007
If you have decided to go down the franchise route, you need to be sure that the contract you are signing suits your plans and doesn’t tie you in to anything unexpected. To ensure that this is the case, the franchise agreement or contract is all-important. SmallBusiness.co.uk offers a list of things to look out for in the agreement. Read Day-to-day franchise success Jan 19 2007
Why are some franchises more successful than others? Part of it comes down to choosing an established company with a proven track record and a good reputation. It is important that it belongs to the BFA...
Click to read on... Read Top tips on becoming a franchisee Aug 24 2005
Turning your franchise dreams into business reality is a complex process, so make sure you set off on the right foot by following these ten steps to success. Read Franchise fees explained Aug 23 2005
The different areas of investment needed to start out in franchising come in many guises and sizes, so make sure you consider how to fund both up-front expenditure and the various running costs during the life of your franchise business Read The role of the British Franchise Association Nov 03 2003
The British Franchise Association (BFA) is the only voluntary accreditation body for franchising in the UK, and plays a key role in maintaining ethical standards in the UK franchise industry Read