A business might survive in the short to medium term by delaying payments to suppliers; but ultimately, no business can unless it has enough cash to meet its immediate needs, according to Nigel Toplis

Starting a franchise business is one of the most popular ways to become your own boss in the UK. With a proven business model and brand support, franchising can reduce some of the risks of starting from scratch

Karen Brown, franchise consultant and business owner, explores why financial confidence is the real foundation of franchise success

With April ushering in a new tax year, money matters naturally take centre stage for business owners. For those new to franchising, finances can often feel like one of the biggest uncertainties

A thoughtful, forward-looking approach to financial management can make all the difference

Before signing on the dotted line, prospective franchisees need to understand the financial side of the investment

The International Franchise Association (IFA) conference is my annual research trip across the pond

As we move rapidly towards the end of the financial year, many sole traders are focused on the usual questions: What will my tax bill look like? Can I reduce it legally? Have I claimed everything I’m entitled to?

When exploring the array of franchise business opportunities, one question I always ask early on is; does this opportunity give you multiple revenue streams?

February is the month of hearts, roses and grand gestures. But while cupid may be famous for aiming arrows at unsuspecting romantics, in business there’s nothing accidental about hitting the right target

For many people, numbers bring back memories of school days filled with times tables, equations, and the occasional sense of panic

Karen Brown, franchise consultant and business owner, explores why, in an environment where even small cost increases can have an outsized impact, financial literacy is a commercial necessity