Researching a Franchise

Franchise or Biz Op

How to tell the difference between a franchise and biz op and determine which is the better fit for you.

Marketing Can Make or Break a Franchise

Take your time and develop a strong sense of how franchisees feel about each aspect of their marketing programme before you decide to buy in.

Buyer Beware: Franchise Warning Signs

What to look out for when researching a franchise opportunity.

Do your Homework Before Buying a Franchise

Franchised businesses have a higher success rate, however more homework is necessary to ensure that the business being bought is a profitable, going concern with a great future.

Is It the Right Fit?

Before you make that all important investment, there are some important questions you may have.

Research Your Investment

Want to know how much money it’ll take to buy a franchise, where to get the funds and how long it’ll take to make a profit? Here are your questions answered.

Buying an Existing Franchise

What you need to know when you plan to buy a ‘used’ franchise instead of a new one.

Debunking Franchise Ownership Myths

Forget the hype and stake your claim to all the rewards franchising has to offer.

Before you Sign that Contract

New franchisees need to do extensive research before buying into a franchise, but when reaching the point of signing contracts, it’s time to seek legal advice. Be Your Own Boss asked Ian Jacobsberg of commercial law firm, Eversheds why it is necessary to hire an experienced lawyer.

The Disclosure Document – Your New Best Friend!

Are you considering investing in a franchise? If so, we have good news for you.

First Time Funding

Do you dream of buying a business but can’t scrape together the cash? Here’s a review of your financing options as a first-time franchisee.

Making Sense of Franchise Fees

Buying a new franchise requires a considerable investment. Understanding the different fees involved can aid franchisees in making the right decision.

How Will I Find the Right Franchise?

A growing number of people are keen to take charge of their future but are unwilling to risk all by starting a business from scratch.

Calculating Franchising ROI

How to determine whether a franchise investment makes financial sense.

How Risky is that Franchise?

Five simple tests to determine whether a franchise opportunity is too risky for you.

Franchise Marketing Essentials

Look for these qualities before you make an investment.

Franchise Ownership in the New Economy

Before investing in a franchise, consider how the franchisor has reacted to the recession.

Conduct a Credit Health Check Before You Invest

Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure the business or franchise you want to buy has a clean record.

The Franchise Disclosure Document

The disclosure document should outline the salient features of the franchise, its characteristics, details and a feasibility study.

100 Questions to Answer Before You Buy a Franchise

Carefully consider these questions for yourself, other franchisees and the franchisor before investing in your own franchise opportunity.