Getting your franchise sale-ready
From ensuring you’re not seen as integral to the franchise’s success to being able to demonstrate profitability, these are the things you must do in the run-up to a sale
Brexit has had “no discernible impact” on Franchise Brands
The multi-brand international franchisor has big growth plans after a successful AIM listing in August and claims funding is still up for grabs
Matchmaking funders and franchisees: ingredients for a happy marriage
By carefully weighing up their options and asking the right questions, franchisees can find their ideal funder
Strength in numbers: the financials of multi-unit franchising
More franchisees are investing in multiple sites and sometimes across multiple brands. But how can owners manage growth across several outlets?
Solving the franchise financing puzzle
Most franchisees use a mixture of borrowing and cash reserves when investing in a business. But what is the best funding formula?
Mastering the cashflow forecast
While some franchises may be wishing they had a crystal ball to navigate them through these uncertain times, creating a cashflow forecast is the next best thing
Should franchises use alternative finance companies for funding?
Given a post-Brexit slowdown in bank lending seems all but inevitable, could alternative finance offer a solution to franchises’ borrowing woes?
Carl Reader of The Franchising Handbook: can you really afford that franchise?
Before buying a franchise, it’s worth considering what exactly you’re paying for and, just as importantly, whether you can afford it, says Carl Reader in The Franchising Handbook.
Why the government must stop ignoring franchises
With franchising’s economic contribution undervalued by politicians and many franchisees ineligible for existing SME support, it’s time for the government to step up
Profit shouldn't be a presumption for franchises
A profitable business is a healthy business but how many franchisees can say with certainty that they’re in profit?
