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By Joel Bissitt 4. Quality Franchise Association – New Members

Welcome back to another issue of Franchiseek Magazine, the magazine of the Quality Franchise Association, run by volunteers for the benefit of the franchising sector.

5. Virtual Franchising Awards 2023 – Entries Open

This month, we spoke to Harmony at Home’s Franchise Support Manager, Charlotte Maggs.

Charlotte discusses the Harmony at Home nanny agency franchise, and what their aims are for the next 5 years. If you can see yourself running a Harmony at Home franchise in your local area, whilst making a difference to your community, get in touch with Charlotte, who will be your friendly first point of contact.

10. Join the #1 Business Training Franchise in the UK

6. How The Design Of Your Franchise Territory Really Matters 8. How Umbrella Insight Can Help Your Franchise 9. Capital Fleet Solutions Launch New Service 12. Have you Considered Becoming a Healthy Feet franchisee?

14. activ Launches New Franchise Management Platform 16. Run Your Own Coffee Wholesale Franchise From Just 2.5K! 17. Discounted Public Wifi with Sky Connect 18. Meet Charlotte, Harmony at Home Franchise Support Manager 21. Free Franchise Training Courses with Runo & QFA 22. From Coffee Salesperson to Business Owner – The Cat Butler

24. Read This if You Are Unable to Find a Suitable Franchise!

26. How to Carry Out Effective Location Planning

Also this month, we’re delighted to welcome Sky Connect to the Quality Franchise Association and the team at Sky have put two fantastic broadband packages together at exclusive member rates.

As usual we bring you a wealth of franchise opportunities and news, including low cost coffee wholesale franchise DrinkLink, Ding Tea and many more.

We hope you enjoy this issue, and don’t forget to nominate a business in #VFA23 Virtual Franchising Awards!

44. This Month’s Top Business Opportunities

45. Discover the What’s On In Franchise Opportunity

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36. Hog Roast Opportunities with Spitting Pig 37. Radfield Homecare Expands to Croydon & Sutton 38. New TaxAssist Franchisee Opens in Knighton 39. TaxAssist Helps Finance Practice to Flourish 40. Razzamataz Children Wanted for West End Stage 42. Pet Retail Franchises & Why You Should Consider One

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Back for its third year, the past two events have attracted hundreds of nominations, year on year challenging our panel of judges with many fantastic franchises and businesses each and every one worthy of an award.

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Capital Fleet Solutions Launches Packages to Strengthen Its Full Vehicle Set Up Offering

Capital Fleet Solutions is strengthening its no hassle full vehicle set up and leasing service by partnering with Autoserve Ltd, to offer a 24/7 maintenance package add on to any of its leased vehicles.

With only one monthly cost (which could be as low as £20, depending on your vehicle make, model and annual mileage), its customers can access support, servicing and recovery services. This could help to keep them on the road and delivering for their business.

Paul Jackson, Director at Capital Fleet Solutions said:

“We are delighted to be able to offer this package to our customers when leasing a vehicle from us. This is a great addition, giving instant access 24 hours a day with one quick call to the services you have signed up for. So should you hit an unexpected ‘bump in the road’, you are covered and can be back out delivering for your business quickly. The package also includes MOT testing and servicing, enhancing the fantastic service we already offer.

These packages are already proving popular and could provide protection against maintenance charges which are covered under the agreement.

We are also in the great position that we have vans in stock and available to lease now!”

Included in the package is:          

Servicing (including Adblue at service) Maintenance MOT Testing 24hr Driver Helpline Accident Management Breakdown Assistance in the UK (including home start) Tyre Replacement (fair wear and tear) and Tyre Punctures Warranty Claim Bookings De-fleeting (optional extra) Free Vehicle Collection and Delivery (subject to availability, courtesy car/vehicle subject to availability).

The great news is that the maintenance package can be easily added onto current leasing deals.

This new deal with Autoserve is in addition to the service that Capital Fleet Solutions offers its customers in sourcing full vehicle set ups including van wrapping, interior set up and financing options.

As Finance Lease specialists their experienced operators can help you source the best possible deals available in the market today through their panel of lenders. More importantly Capital Fleet have a selection of vans available now for purchase or lease.

Interested in finding out how Capital Fleet Solutions can help your business?

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Join The #1 Global Business Training Franchise LMI is the #1 global training franchise.

When you join LMI-UK you not only join a franchise that offers a proven concept and a globally recognisable brand, but one that offers support from the Head Office team, our weekly support infrastructure, and the entire LMI-UK team.

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Be sure of your investment Our unique, slow-start approach provides you solutions at every stage of your investment, each with a proven track record of generating revenue as you progress your ownership model. Thanks to this new model, you benefit first-hand from the people development products you will deliver to others, with a confidence that will typically see you break even within 6-9 months and potentially within just 3 months.

What Clients Say We’re proud to have supported many big name brands over the years.

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Become a Healthy Feet Franchisee Do you want to provide a care service but need day time working hours?

Would you like to join a franchise where you can make a real difference?

Running your own Healthy Feet Mobile Clinic means that you are providing a much needed health care service in your community, and you have the freedom of working the hours you wish.

Foot care is often not the first franchise that is considered, in fact we may not think of home visiting foot care as essential – that is until we are of an age where we can no longer bend down to reach and cut our toenails!

But that is just one factor in why the mobile foot care service we provide can often be an essential service…here are just a few more!

The dexterity and strength in our hands becomes weaker as we age, so even if we are able to reach our toes, the use of nail clippers is not easy. Vision is often impaired, and the task of looking after our feet becomes more difficult.Thickened nails are a common condition as we age and are another reason why the

toenails can become difficult to manage.

Poor balance and posture can cause corns and callus, which are painful and uncomfortable when left untreated.

Skin and nail disorders need attention particularly as we age, when we have less resistance to infections treating these can prevent the onset of skin conditions, ulcers or cellulitis.

Self care and hygiene can be another factor as we need more help as we age to manage daily tasks. SO! The need for foot care is essential and demand is growing as we age as a population.

By looking after patient’s feet, providing nail and skincare, we are improving their general well being, giving them back comfort as well as improving their balance, and ensuring that infections are rare.

Basically our visits mean prevention as well as cure, and the need to help look after feet has never been greater. This is why the service we provide is so valuable!

What Do The Franchisees Say? The Healthy Feet franchise opportunity offers you the opportunity to run your own business, with full training and ongoing support, from less than 10k investment. Here’s what some of our existing franchisees thing...

I found Healthy Feet when I was considering retraining to become a foot health practitioner. I have always been a keen learner and I knew that I would enjoy the challenge of studying something new. The setting up of a business though seemed a little daunting, and so the franchise structure appealed to me and gave me the idea to get in touch. I love being part of a team and having others to share experiences with.

From the day I started, I was busy with leads and appointments, and I am busier than I ever hoped I could be! Having Debra to help and support me gave me the reassurance I needed. Life is good and each day is so different, I just wish I had done this years ago!

Tracey Markham – Stourbridge Franchisee Since August 2021

This was the best decision I have ever made. I wanted the flexibility of working my own hours, being my own boss, and that would work around my family.

Having the lovely Debra on hand for help and support whenever needed is a huge plus for me, as is being part of a wonderful team who are always helpful too.

Not only is my job stress-free, but it is also rewarding, not just being part of a fantastic team, I also get to meet and help so many lovely people.

Claire Brewer – Bury Franchisee Since November 2021

This month marks my 3rd birthday of taking that first step into self employment.

I left a secure, well paid corporate job of 15 years to start this business. I cannot tell you how HAPPY I am that I made that leap of faith. My life has changed, I’m there for my children more, I get to choose my own hours and holidays, I’m less stressed, and most importantly I absolutely love my job. Hands down, best career move ever!

Don’t let your fear get in the way of doing something you want to do. Life is brief!

Lisa Reddy – Bolton Franchisee Since May 2019

Are You Ready To Take Control?

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activ launches new franchise management platform A brand new franchise management platform named ‘The Keep’, has been developed and launched to benefit and provide additional support to the team of franchisees at activ Digital Marketing Franchise.

Established in 2008, activ Franchise offers budding entrepreneurs the opportunity to run their own digital marketing agency, straight out of a box, with full head office support during the business setup process, providing initial and continued training as well as an ongoing resource. They have now enhanced this support package further with the addition of The Keep.

The Keep has several features that allow activ franchisees to seek support, advice and order services from the head office team as well as organise their own roster of clients. The system includes: A dashboard – upon logging in, the franchisee will see a snapshot of their current client list, the number of websites they have live and the number of marketing retainers they maintain.

Service orders – this function allows users to communicate directly with their client to create a service order which they can sign digitally, keeping paperwork to a minimum.

Head office service agreements – franchisees are able to place an order for head office support to fulfil some of their marketing services for clients.

Ticket log – should they encounter an IT issue, the franchisee can log a ticket for the technical team to investigate and fix.

Knowledgebase – an area where users can access business logos, manuals, form templates, fact sheets and workshops.

Communications – the platform allows franchisees to stay fully up to date with business communications from new service launches to new training slides.

Mobile friendly – franchisees can access the platform on the go when they’re away from the office, making a busy working life much easier.

Current franchisee of 12 years, Lisa Smith, welcomes The Keep and was invited to test the system before launching:

“The Keep is exactly what we’ve been looking for, for some time, everything is one place, it’s user friendly in design and everyone is kept updated regularly with comms from activ. I’ve been signing up new clients with ease and it makes me feel professional asking them to sign a digital booking form.” activ’s Managing Director, Katie Bullon adds:

“I am extremely proud of our technical team for launching an excellent system. The Keep has been a short term goal for the business and it’s hugely satisfying to see it come to fruition this month.

Our long term goal is of course to support franchisees to run more efficient and successful businesses; The Keep allows them to do just that.”

activ’s Technical Projects Manager, Tom Marley has overseen the project from start to finish and alludes to further development features on the way:

“It’s always satisfying to see a project launch, but none more so than The Keep. Being able to offer our team of franchisees a fantastic resource and involve them in the development process has been hugely beneficial for the business.

We have plans to develop the system further with e-learning modules and a forum area to allow our teams to share best practice and enhance collaboration between franchisees and head office. We will also continue to gather franchisee feedback on the system to make improvements.” activ Franchise are always welcoming new entrepreneurs into the fold who have the drive and passion for sales and digital marketing. To find out more about this opportunity, find out if it’s right for you.

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Become a DrinkLink Partner & Enjoy a 6-Figure Income By Year THREE

Partners of DrinkLink are enjoying 99% repeat business from clients and benefitting from a recession-proof business which is in constant demand!

DrinkLink is a commercial coffee wholesaler providing a range of coffee products, coffee machines and services to businesses such as workplaces and coffee shops, where the volume of coffee sold is massive.

It’s one of the most popular products on the planet – who do you know who doesn’t drink hot drinks every day? And that’s why we get repeat sales and can grow our profits…

The DrinkLink Franchise Package We have three packages to choose from with something to suit everyone looking to get involved in the DrinkLink opportunity. All are well proven and profitable, with different roles to suit different skills and budgets.

What's more, you only need 2.5K to become a DrinkLink partner!

Which option will you choose?

Option 1

Option 2

Workplace Coffee

Catering Coffee

Bulk coffee ingredients delivered to offices, staff rooms, showrooms etc

Bulk speciality coffees delivered to coffee shops, restaurants, pubs etc

Great option for anyone who is hungry to get ahead

Ideal business if you have a passion for great coffee

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Option 3 Coffee Machine Engineer Maintain and repair commercial coffee machines

Great option for anyone who likes working with their hands

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Sky Connect Public Wi-Fi Discounted Sky Connect franchise broadband packages exclusively for Franchisors and Franchisees Sky Connect is the business to business communications division of Sky, providing a wide range of telecoms solutions across the UK and Ireland.

Sky Connect offers a full range of services including Full Fibre broadband connectivity, Public Wi-Fi, VoIP phone systems, 4G resilience, corporate connectivity, customer marketing platform and wider area networking solutions.

As an franchisee you will receive preferential rates for all of your telecoms requirements and our account management team are here to help you with all of your current and future business telecoms needs.

Why Choose Sky Connect For Your Franchise Sky Connect Public Wi-Fi equipment at zero upfront cost Fibre Internet Connectivity (if available) Zero cost installation Bespoke Wi-Fi Landing Page Customer Data and Marketing platform GDPR Compliance On-going Wi-Fi support/ Account Management/ End User support

Schedule a Call Find out how Sky Connect can mean better business for you Contact our team today

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Meet Charlotte Maggs – Franchise Support Manager at Harmony at Home

Harmony at Home is a multi-award-winning Franchise looking for caring entrepreneurs to run a premier nanny and household staffing agency. Founded by Norland-trained nanny and mother, Frankie Gray, it has been providing high quality childcare services for parents in London, the UK and internationally since 2004.

If you’re interested in investing in a Harmony at Home franchise, Charlotte Maggs will be your initial point of contact and will help you along the way to running your own nanny agency business. We spoke to Charlotte to learn more about herself, her role with Harmony at Home and what the business aims to achieve in the future.

1. Who are you and what is your role with Harmony at Home?

I am Charlotte, and I am the Franchise Support Manager here at Harmony at Home.

I support our founder, Frankie Gray, and all our current franchisees across the country, to ensure their success.

Alongside this, I also perform discovery calls and recruit new franchisees and support them as they begin their journey with us.

2. What does Harmony at Home do?

We have developed a simple and successful model, to enable our franchisees to work flexibly from home, running an employment agency, which provides a profitable source of income and a guaranteed Harmony at Home level of childcare provision to local parents and households.

Our household staff recruitment agencies find staff for private households. The agency is not the employer but provides a fullservice including job advert creation, interviewing, and screening applicants, matching applicants to the client’s requirements, setting up interviews for both parties, and interview feedback.

An introduction fee is charged to the client upon their decision to employ an applicant introduced by the agency.

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3. Why is Harmony at Home a smart investment for entrepreneurs?

The childcare industry in the UK is extremely robust.

During the financial crisis of 2007–8, when many businesses went into decline, Harmony at Home experienced a period of unprecedented growth, and throughout the pandemic Harmony at Home have flexed to provide digital checks and remote services.

A surge in demand for household staff was recorded when many people returned to work after a period of home working. We understand that market volatility is a key consideration for many investors, particularly during times of political and economic uncertainty.

On top of this, the private household staffing sector continues to see salary increases year on year.

4. What do you look for in a potential franchisee?

wonderful team of recruiters in head office.

6. Please tell me how Harmony at Home supports its franchisees?

We offer ongoing support to all our franchisees. There are many ways to access support, and we have created a range of support methods to suit everyone’s needs.

Most importantly we want you to be selfsupporting and able to access what you need when you need it most. For example, you can book one-to-one 15-minute video power sessions with our founder or join in our weekly drop in focus and support video call.

Our manual, and network hub are full of resources and guides, and every year we offer support and training at our yearly conference. Head office are on hand to offer telephone and email support, and our network of industry experts and moreexperienced franchisees are readily available to help with any extraordinary queries.

We are always on the lookout for highly motivated, talented and passionate people.

Whether you come from a childcare background, or have experience in recruitment, and you feel you have what it takes to always make the right match between candidates and clients, we want to hear from you.

As a new franchisee you will also be appointed a mentor, one of our highly experienced franchisees who we feel is best suited to support you in the beginning of your journey with Harmony at Home.

5. How many franchises do you currently have?

We are a rapidly expanding franchise network and we expect this growth to continue. The Harmony at Home brand now occupies a dominant market position throughout the UK, as well as many regions overseas. This position can only be strengthened as the company continues to grow, and we are so excited to see what the next 5 years brings.

We currently have 12 franchises which are owned and run within the network – with some of our franchisees owning and running more than one territory!

They are based across the UK, and alongside our franchisees, we also have a

7. What are your plans for growth over the next 5 years?

8. Do you have upcoming?

any discovery

days

We highly encourage any prospect franchisees to get in touch, and book in a discovery call with us to find out more. By offering bespoke discovery calls, we give you the chance to arrange the call at a time and day to suit you. This tailored approach gives you the chance to ask any questions you may have, in a personal setting.

9. What has been your best achievement in the past year?

Having worked with Harmony at Home for a year, my best achievement as Franchise Support Manager has got to be onboarding 3 new franchisees together as a small cohort in May. We have seen huge benefits of bringing new franchisees into the network in a group as they have supported each other as they each began to set up their own businesses.

Bringing the network together for the Annual Conference 2022, alongside Frankie, was also a great achievement for us. The first ‘inperson’ meeting for the network since the pandemic saw lots of franchisees and team members meeting for the first time. It was a very special moment for us this year.

10. What are your interests and hobbies?

What do you do to relax?

As a mother to two small children, I am always run off my feet, but working for Harmony at Home has given me the flexibility to be there for them when needed, alongside giving me the opportunity to work from home.

I love to be outdoors with my husband and children, and we recently enjoyed a twoweek camping trip in France. We are looking forward to teaching our children to ski, and when I find the time, I enjoy yoga and tennis.

The Harmony at Home Franchise Opportunity Harmony at Home is a multi-award-winning Franchise looking for caring entrepreneurs to run a premier nanny and household staffing agency. From nannies and maternity nurses to more specialised help, such as the mobile crèche and parent consultancy, Harmony at Home provides the right childcare for families, whatever their requirements.

The Harmony at Home brand comprises a network of successful Franchises across the UK and internationally. Operating a Harmony at Home Franchise provides a profitable source of income and a guaranteed Harmony at Home level of childcare provision to local parents.

Along with new territories, there are currently a small number of resale opportunities.

Could You Be The Next Harmony at Home Franchisee?

Get in touch with franchise development manager Charlotte Maggs to learn more and request a Harmony at Home Franchise Prospectus.

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From coffee machine salesperson to business owner Gregory, who'd spent over 30 years selling high-end coffee machines to business up and down the UK, became owner of The Cat Butler Bromley in November 2021.

Former coffee machine account manager Gregory Deaton launched The Cat Butler Bromley in November 2021. The franchise serves Bromley, Keston, Beckenham, Chislehurst, Orpington and other areas within the Greater London district.

What did life look like for you before you joined The Cat Butler?

Gregory: Before COVID-19, I'd spent 30 years selling high-end coffee machines to businesses across the UK. As the country was plunged into lockdown, I soon found myself in a situation where demand for these machines dried up.

With offices closing and more people working from home - even now - the demand for these coffee machines plummeted. The pandemic really knocked the stuffing out of the industry, and it just became untenable.

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home homeschooling my son William, 7.

It came with its challenges, for sure, but having that extra time at home made me re-evaluate my priorities. As the restrictions eased, I knew that I wanted to do something different - something that would enable me to be around for the school drop-offs and pick-ups and give me the flexibility to do those things that I'd previously missed due to work commitments.

Why cat sitting?

Gregory: After spending 30 years in the businessto-business sales world, it was quite daunting to be starting something new - and I wasn't sure what to do next. I looked at all sorts of options, including HGV driving opportunities - ultimately, though, I knew this would take me away from my family for large stretches of time, so it wasn't right for me.

I wanted to do something for my family and for me.

I'd long dreamt of working for myself, but the timing had never been right. Now, though, the stars were aligned.

time at home with my family. All, of course, while interacting with cats - which I just love!

Run your own cat sitting business in your local area The Cat Butler Franchise offers an opportunity for cat lovers to be their own boss and run a local cat sitting business with support and guidance from an established and award-winning brand.

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I spent a bit of time looking at franchise opportunities. There were loads out there, but none felt right for me. Then, though, I came across The Cat Butler.

I've always had cats, sometimes up to seven at a time - all with their little peculiarities!

What was it about The Cat Butler that appealed to you?

Gregory: With the huge growth in the number of pet cats in the local area, The Cat Butler franchise opportunity really appealed to me.

I've come across various cat sitting outfits in my time as a pet owner. One thing that never really felt right for me was this perception that it's enough to just pop in, leave some food and go. Cats need so much more than this - they need chin rubs, affection, and somebody to wait on them, hand and foot. They need somebody who has real empathy and a knowledge of how to care for them.

With my cat owner hat on, I knew how much I would value the premium services that The Cat Butler were offering, and I could see there is a huge demand for them in my local area. There isn't anybody else around here providing the same level of service, and I'm excited about getting started.

On a more personal level, it also allows me to enjoy a more flexible work-life balance and spend more

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Read This If You Unable Find A Suitable Franchise!

Article By Richard Pakey Lime Licensing Group Contact Richard

If you are looking to become a franchisee, you will no doubt be searching high and low for the best franchise opportunities out there!

It might seem like there are endless options and your initial search probably asks more questions than gives answers, however, you are eventually going to make a ‘considered’ purchase rather than an impulse buy.

Take your time, get all the facts and figures and be ready to make an informed decision when the time is right for you.

Look at getting the right franchise for you, at the cost that is sustainable to you, in the sector that interests you the most, and only at a time that suits you.

Never feel like you are being pushed into a certain franchise because it suits other people than you!

Buying A Franchise Is A Considered Purchase It is fair to say that a franchise has a much higher chance of success than any other business format, proven to be the case from an independent study a few years ago, which reported that in excess of 90% of franchised businesses perform compared to the industry wide reported figure of 40% of independent business not surviving beyond two years.

This short report though does not suggest that everyone should be looking to buy a franchise, indeed, franchising is not for everyone!

I bet you did not expect to read this from someone who is heavily involved within franchising, but it is a fair point, if anyone does get this element incorrect then it can be short term gain for long term pain, ask anyone who is already in franchising and they will tell you that nobody wins in these scanarios!

A Franchise Increases Business Success

Your

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When looking at your potential franchise options, start by looking for ones that you have a genuine interest in the service or product that they are offering, this way, your chances of putting maximum effort into working the brand or system is much greater, this will go part way to having a successful business!

Do you also believe yourself that you will be able to operate the franchise and follow the systems? After all, this is precisely what a franchise is, the hard work has already been done and you need to follow the proven way to do it yourself…

It might come as a surprise to you, but franchisors rarely look for anyone’s ability to buy said franchise, instead they look for ‘best fit’ so please do not get into the mindset that you can just rock up and buy any franchise, you might end up being very disappointed!

Franchisors Are Franchisees

Searching

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Best

Fit

Buying a franchise is also a long term commitment, often a 5 or 10 year renewable term, whilst there are options mid-term during your franchise to exit if you needed to, careful consideration needs to taken into account, some questions to ask yourself might include: do you plan to stay in your current home, what does your survival budget look like, can you expand, does your family support you? There will be lots of others for sure!

Ask What Is Included For Your Franchise Fee You might be wondering why you should pay an initial fee for the benefit of buying a franchise, and then especially for brick and mortar franchises having to then also commit significant funds to assets such as stock and equipment!

Every franchisor will be looking to recoup the costs to onboard you as a franchisee, but this is only the very start, another cost to the

franchisor is the ongoing support obligation that they make to you which will often come from a head office structure that needs to be paid for of course! There are many more areas to include here that are too extensive for this short report, however, ask the question of what you get for you fee, and you will be staggered with the response, in a good way, imagine what costs you would incur by trying to get all of this by yourself!

Consider The Total Cost Of A Franchise Just like any business, a franchise will require working capital and cashflow to keep it going, is it well known in business circles that there are so many profitable businesses out there can do not survive, not because they are not profitable, but because they run out of available cash, and this is very true of some franchisees thought process when buying a franchise, a franchised business is rarely one that you can buy, open the door and then expect a flood of new business, instead there are marketing programmes to roll-out, which come at a cost, staff development, again which are cost based, the cost of the goods or services you need on hand to be able to sell on and make a margin, and then there are other fixed and variable costs to think about before you even think about taking your salary or profits!

There Is Free Assistance To Help You Buy A Franchise There are specific franchise consultants to help you find and secure a franchise, there is a huge benefit to you as often the franchise consultants will be appointed and paid by the very franchised operators you are looking into and will almost certainly cost you nothing to engage with them, above all, it is quite likely that the directory you are reading this article from will list some of those experts, if not, send a message and they will point you in the right direction!

I hope to see you join the world of franchising very soon!

Location Planning Helping you find the best locations for individual outlets and stockists. Analyse competitor proximity, demographic makeup & local market saturation and prioritise openings.

What do I need to consider when planning a business location?

Planning the location of your new branches or business premises is a big decision. Get it wrong and you risk significant costs and damage to your long-term success.

But what kind of factors do you need to take into account when choosing a new location and how can professional Business Location Planning, supported by experts such as Tech4T, help?

Below we detail a small selection of the factors you need to consider to ensure you get your business location planning right.

even parking provision and pedestrian access.

Unfortunately many businesses overlook this when planning their new branches, shops, or venues, and then further down the line realise they have made a costly mistake.

Markets Which locations provide the best opportunities for sales or service development?

Business Location Planning helps you dive deep into the local market by profiling potential customers in the area (using a wide range of demographics). It can even show you which locations are underserved and offer a strong growth potential.

Access How easy will it be for customers, clients, and staff to access your new premises? And how easy will suppliers and service providers find it to get to you?

Business Location Planning can look at local and regional transport links such as bus and train services, as well as road systems, and

It can also identify other businesses, services or attractions which pull the public into a particular area, or which areas to avoid because of specific local factors.

In addition, you can look at whether a High Street location, business park, or other site would be more suitable for your business’s or service’s customers.

Competition

Surroundings

If you move to a particular location will you encounter competition?

Will the location of your new premises help to attract customers and retain staff? Or will it deter them?

Business Location Planning systems can highlight similar businesses already in the area.

And while these could hinder your success, business location planning data can tell you whether the presence of competitors is actually an advantage, for example, the fact that the area is ideally suited to that kind of business, or that customers like going there and the market is not yet saturated.

Costs Where is the most cost-effective location for your new business branches or premises?

Business Location Planning can highlight factors that will impact your costs now and in the future, from nearby developments to planned infrastructure projects.

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Who We Are We are a diverse team of technical and commercial professionals. Down to earth and practical, we’re based in the UK serving global clients. For the last 25 years, we have delivered territory mapping, retail location planning and customer profiling to franchise brands ranging from start-ups to global franchise corporations.

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Often the immediate surroundings of a proposed new business premises are overlooked when you’re concentrating on the more nuts and bolts elements of finding a location.

So it pays to keep in mind when choosing premises that the local environment can have a big impact on not just the wellbeing of your staff, but also on your customers. Green spaces for staff breaks, or local food options for customers, should all be factored into decisions about location planning.

Conclusion

Choosing the right location for your business or service should be considered carefully – but it takes time and knowledge. Let experts such as Tech4T help you plan for success.

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Ovenclean Celebrates Fantastic Growth in Customer Enquiries Ovenclean is celebrating continued fantastic growth in customer enquiries compared to prepandemic levels, with a 30% increase in the number of leads generated for franchisees yearto-date vs the same period in 2019.

This growth equates to an average of £3-4k worth of customer enquiries per franchisee per month, which is certainly keeping their nationwide network very busy!

This is even more impressive given that last year (2021) was the busiest year ever for the 27-yearold brand, showing that Ovenclean has been enjoying strong growth pre, during and post the pandemic!

An increased investment in social media and digital marketing activity, not to mention branding overhaul in early 2021, have together really helped elevate brand awareness, as well as generating those all-important leads for the network.

Ovenclean’s Group Marketing Manager Rebecca de Chair comments: “We’re delighted to be able

to celebrate such fantastic results for our franchisees, especially given the wider economic climate at the moment. This success is

testament to the hard work and professionalism of our network, many of whom have been with Ovenclean 10+ years now.

“Our customers are so delighted when they’ve experienced our service, that invariably they book their next clean there and then, as well as recommending us to friends and family. This enables our franchisees to quickly grow a ‘milkround’ of regular, repeat customers, with money coming in from day one!

“And we won’t stop building on their great work.

Our national advertising, including TV and digital campaigns, is focused on continuing to drive those customer enquiries, so our network can delight as many people as possible with their astonishing service, helping us to maintain that coveted 5* rating on Trustpilot.”

Launched in 1994, the Ovenclean network currently stands at over 100 franchisees operating across the UK. Ovenclean franchisees clean all domestic oven brands and models, including electric ovens, gas ovens, ranges, microwaves, hobs, extractor fans and also barbecues.

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A VIP Visitor at Cake Box Enfield

We had the immense pleasure of welcoming The Mayor of Enfield, Cllr Sabri Ozaydin, would took time out of his busy schedule to visit Cake Box and introduce himself and discuss his mayoral charity “You Are Not Alone”. This charity aims to raise money to help those experiencing difficulties and to support local NHS and Covid-19 related causes during his Mayoral year.

The Mayor started his mayoral year in the midst of the worldwide pandemic. With this in the forefront of his mind, he wanted to make a difference in the community of Enfield and spread a message of love, humanity and inclusion in a time of uncertainty and great worry for the nation.

His aim was to raise funds to support those who have been directly affected and also to share thanks to the many frontline workers, without whom many isolated

and lonely people of our Borough would have gone unnoticed.

On arrival, we ushered him to our board room where our CEO, Sukh Chamdal, welcomed him, and they sat and shared tea and several slices of cake together!

During their discussions Sukh was able to confirm to Cllr Sabri Ozaydin that Cake Box would be delighted to help support, not just a worthy cause but a community close to our heart, Enfield, who would benefit.

In addition, Cake Box were also able to increase the fundraising by sponsoring a table at The Mayors Charity Fundraising Dinner. Several members of staff attended this very lavish affair that included a threecourse silver service dinner followed by entertainment and a raffle.

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Husband and wife led team named finalists for Manchester Small Business of the Year

A husband and wife led team specialising in mobile vehicle bodywork repairs have been shortlisted for Small Business of the Year in Greater Manchester.

Dan and Natalie Normanton and their team at SMART vehicle repair specialists, Revive!

Trafford, are up for honours at the prestigious Greater Manchester Business Awards in the hotly contested category of Small Business of the Year, for businesses with 5-10 employees.

The awards ceremony, which takes place at the Hotel Brooklyn in Manchester on Friday 2 September, will celebrate the achievements of businesses in the Greater Manchester area who have demonstrated excellence in the past year.

Impressively, Revive! Trafford enjoyed a record financial year in 2021, achieving a 44% surge in turnover from 2020 figures, and even a 31% increase from pre-pandemic revenue in 2019.

Revive! owner, Dan Normanton, commented: “We are delighted to have been shortlisted for such a coveted award alongside other forwardthinking businesses in the Manchester area.

Our nomination is testament to the hard work our team have put in over the past year to deliver the very best for our customers.”

Dan and Natalie launched Revive! Trafford in 2007, with Dan being the only technician during the early stages of the business. Since then, the couple have grown the business from strength to strength, so much so that they now employ six technicians.

But Natalie has no intention of stopping here, with ambitious plans to grow the business even further: “By the end of 2023, we hope to add four new technicians to our team, which will grow our fleet to eleven vans. As we expand, perhaps we’ll soon be shortlisted not for small business of the year, but for even larger honours!”, she remarked.

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Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchisee wins at Scottish ex-forces business awards Kris McLernon (33) owner of the Lanarkshire franchise of Wilkins Chimney Sweep, was a winner at the 2022 Scottish Ex-Forces in Business Awards recently, in the ‘New Service Leaver’ category.

The New Service Leaver category recognises men and women who left the military less than three years ago.

Kris left the army in April 2020 after 14 years as a recovery mechanic with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) and bought his Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchise in September 2021.

At a black-tie event held at the Hilton Hotel in Glasgow, Kris was announced as the winner of his category and presented with his award by Lt Col Lorne Campbell, Edinburgh Garrison Commander and ex Royal Marine, BBC presenter and Invictus Games Gold Medallist, JJ Chalmers.

Lt Col Lorne Campbell said: “I was honoured to present Kris the award for

New Service Leaver at the Scottish Ex-Forces in Business Awards recently. Against very strong competition, a panel of experts recognised him as the standout winner. I'm not familiar with his business or sweeping skills, but I would be willing to lay a wager that he is probably quite brilliant.

Many congratulations Kris.”

The awards highlight the achievements of exmilitary personnel, their success since leaving the forces and the organisations that have supported them.

The organisers said: “Every finalist was an outstanding role model for

service leavers new and old, and a tremendous representation of the synergies between military values and business excellence.”

Left: L to R, Kris McLernon, Wilkins Chimney Sweep Lanarkshire, Lt Col Lorne Campbell, Edinburgh Garrison Commander, JJ Chalmers, BBC presenter, Invictus Games Gold Medallist and ex Royal Marine Right: Lorne Campbell gives a speech at the awards

Kris bought his Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchise on a ‘no money down’ special offer that the franchisor, Taylor Made Franchising, developed during the pandemic to help people looking for a new career.

he takes on. Huge congratulations Kris. Well done.”

Talking about his win Kris said:

“I genuinely thought it was just going to be a night After less than 12 months Kris has exceeded all expectations and has leapt to halfway up the franchisee’s leader board, beating many longestablished franchisees.

off, to let off some steam and meet a few good people. I managed not only to have a great night but I also won the award in my category.

He has used creative marketing and advertising to boost his brand awareness and is a keen social media user, frequently posting videos of his day and the chimneys he is cleaning.

Massive congratulations to all the finalists and winners. If someone like me can achieve something like this, there’s absolutely no reason why no one else leaving the military can’t achieve the same and I did it all through a pandemic.

Corps Colonel, Colonel Jason Phillips ADC REME said:

Have faith in your abilities troops. Your hard work and diligence doesn’t go unnoticed.”

“On behalf of all members of the Corps of Royal

Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) we are absolutely delighted to see Kris win the Scottish Ex-Forces Service Leaver of the Year Award for 2022.

Wilkins Chimney Sweep is owned by Taylor Made Franchising who also own or part own StumpBusters, PVC Vendo, Thomas Cleaning, Iconic Window Cleaning and Broadway Wine, Mister Tacho, Women In Business Network (WIBN) and Wagging Tails.

Kris epitomises all that is great about former and current REME people – bright, hard-working, honourable and with a can-do spirit to everything

Discounts are available for ex-military personnel.

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Radfield Home Care expands its network in Croydon & Sutton Radfield Home Care has recently welcomed another new franchise partner into its evergrowing network, launching in Radfield’s Croydon & Sutton territory. Prior to launching Radfield Home Care Croydon, Devendra spent many years working in the hospitality sector.

During this time he gained a strong understanding of how to deliver exceptional customer service.

Devendra’s rich background in hospitality has allowed him the opportunity to work with different people from all different walks of life.

“Working in hospitality requires patience and politeness when talking with clients, a ‘client is always right’ mentality, and a desire to solve problems and issues in a caring and respectful manner. This not only exceeds client expectations but also subtly positions the brand as their preferred choice.”

Through his previous roles, Devendra developed a strong ability to plan ahead, prioritise and multitask. With experience, logically and efficiently tackling problems allows for a calmer

approach to stressful situations. His calm approach will be ideal for helping clients receive care as well as managing a team of Care Professionals in the field. Devendra’s personal experience with organising care for family members has given him the drive to provide a home care service within his local community, where he has worked and lived for over 35 years.

“Having been on a journey with family members who have experienced Alzheimer’s & dementia, I truly understand the issues they face. At times, the lack of appropriate support from various organisations was very frustrating and this has led me to want to provide better support to those that need it most.”

Devendra and his team will be delivering high quality care services to older people within the Croydon & Sutton areas. With an ageing population, and the majority of home care clients being over the age of 65, Radfield Home Care’s business model specialises in servicing the growing demand of care needs for older people within the private marketplace.

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New TaxAssist Accountants shop opens in Knighton, Leicestershire Jaz Grewal has recently opened a new TaxAssist shop at 367 Welford Road, Leicester, LE2 6BJ Jaz Grewal has recently launched his own walk-in tax, accounting and advisory shop in Knighton in Leicester and is looking to grow his practice by taking on individual taxpayers and small businesses in the local area.

demands alongside tax compliance. That’s where I’m looking forward to using my expertise and experience to help small businesses minimise tax, save time and focus on growth.

“I’m really pleased to have the shop open. It

“At TaxAssist Accountants we offer a huge range of services including self-assessment tax returns, year-end accounts, payroll, bookkeeping, as well as R&D tax credits, employment law, business-starts ups and debt recovery. We also offer advisory services, assisting with business planning and cash flow management.

looks fantastic and my staff and I are really enjoying welcoming clients through the door,” said Jaz.

“I had always wanted to run my own business and searched for new opportunities and the TaxAssist model really stood out as it focuses on running a business myself using a proven business model with the bonus of having the support of an established network.

“Having grown up in a small family business, I know how difficult it can be to juggle all of the

“If anyone is interested in finding out more, I can be contacted on 0116 303 2060 or via my website www.taxassist.co.uk/leicesterknighton”

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TaxAssist business model helps Paul Simpson’s practice flourish Since joining the TaxAssist Accountants network, Paul Simpson has exceeding all his business plan expectations to build a hugely successful practice in just 15 months.

Paul Simpson began his TaxAssist journey in May 2021 by opening his shop at 114 St Mary's Road, in Market Harborough, which has gone on to make a positive impact on his local community as a result of his enthusiasm, energy and mission to ‘Help small business owners realise their dream’.

“We are fast approaching the 200 clients milestone and have recently received our 50th Google My Business Review,” explained Paul. “It’s always satisfying when clients let you know you’ve done a good job.

“To top it off, we have been successful in winning the SME News Midlands Enterprise Awards 2022- Best Personal Accountancy Firm – East Midlands for the second year running and also winning the SME News UK Enterprise Awards 2022 Tax Advisor of the Year 2022 – Leicestershire.

“I really enjoy networking and meeting with clients at my shop. It’s always enjoyable to learn more about the businesses in my community and being able to help and advise fellow small business owners on ways for them to grow and increase efficiencies.

"Running my business and working with the local community has been great fun and hard work but I'm enjoying every minute of it,” said Paul.

“Much of my success is due to being so active within the local community,” said Paul. “We

Such has been demand for his practice’s service. Paul has taken on two members of staff, one of whom is an 18-year-old apprentice, who is already proving himself a valuable asset to the team.

sponsored all of the volunteers at Market Harborough Carnival and had our logo on the back of all the Hi Viz jackets. We are also sponsoring Borough Alliance Midlands Junior Premier League team by providing the training kit. This is in addition to our ongoing sponsorship of Vipers Rugby Union Club and Kibworth Cricket Club. We also recently sponsored a car in the MG Car Club annual event at Silverstone and we won!

Prior to joining the TaxAssist network, Paul had a successful career in financial services as a banker, IFA and Estate Planner spanning over 35 years, before selling his business in 2019 and retiring. However, so impressed was he when he came across TaxAssist Accountants, the small business tax and accounting franchise, he decided to come out of retirement.

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Children Wanted for West End Stage With live theatre back and better than ever before, a theatre school franchise is offering its students and franchisees an incredible opportunity in the heart of theatreland.

Razzamataz Theatre Schools has partnered with The Shaftesbury Theatre, home to smash hit show &Juliet to give students a unique opportunity to perform in a gala show at the end of 2022 and early 2023.

Performing on a West End stage is a dream that many children have. But with such stiff competition, it generally is only the very few who can make that dream a reality. But now, the franchise schools across the UK are on the lookout for new students that would like to get involved in this wonderful opportunity that will create memories that will last a lifetime.

“Being part of the cast of the gala show at The

Shaftesbury Theatre will be a magical moment for our students and we are so delighted to be able to offer them this amazing opportunity, especially after they missed out on so many during the lockdowns,” says Denise HuttonGosney, MD and Founder of Razzamataz.

“It’s very emotional to see our students perform

in such an iconic theatre and from experience we know that this is something that the children and their families hold very dear. Razzamataz is all about making memories and we couldn’t be prouder of all our schools.”

Just some of the recent reviews include: “As a

gran, I came to watch my two granddaughters over two separate performances. It was great seeing them on the stage enjoying themselves, watching their confidence grow and their focus was just brilliant, as were all the youngsters on the stage. Thank you from a proud gran.”

Razzamataz is no stranger to creating incredible events for students. For several years, students got the chance to perform at Her Majesty’s Theatre in the West End and more recently, they took to the stage at London’s 02 as well as Disneyland Paris. There is even a special trip to New York in the pipeline.

“These events are not only wonderful for the

children and their families, but they are also incredible marketing opportunities that come from being part of a large, experienced franchise network,” adds Denise. “When people ask why join a franchise instead of being an independent, we can demonstrate the value that our network provides. As well as generating good marketing exposure, there is such a lot of good will that is shared on social media by all the families, creating invaluable word of mouth referrals.”

Due to the popularity of this West End performing opportunity, there are two gala performances scheduled, one in December and one in February 2023. The schools are currently planning their pieces as well as using the event as a marketing tool to recruit more students.

“There will always be a churn in the children’s activity sector so we know how important it is to constantly provide fresh and exciting opportunities that our franchisees can use to recruit new students,” explains Denise. “There is a huge amount of work that goes into putting on a production like this, but we are lucky to have a very experienced team at Head Office who will ensure that everything runs smoothly, giving franchisees and their customers peace of mind.”

The West End gala performance is just one of the many events that Razzamataz franchisees can take advantage of. Being part of a network of performing arts professionals enables franchisees to offer their students incredible opportunities and contacts for those that want a career in this exciting industry.

Being part of this franchise network enables people without previous performing arts experience the opportunity to run their own theatre school, thanks to all the training, support, and contacts. Razzamataz is currently recruiting and expanding its team of teachers, staff, and new Principals.

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What are Pet Retail Franchises?

Why Should You Consider Buying One You love animals, but you’re not sure you want to take on the responsibility of owning one. Pet retail franchises can offer you a more pet-friendly lifestyle without the daily responsibilities of taking care of one of your own. Before you buy a pet retail franchise, read this article to learn why pet retail franchises are so popular and also the different types of pet retail franchise opportunities to choose from in the UK.

Why pet retail franchise opportunities are so popular

Below we list the main reasons why pet retail franchises have become such a popular option for people looking to get a piece of the pie of the everexpanding pet retail industry. We hope these reasons can help you decide whether a pet retail franchise would be a career path you would like to pursue.

What are pet retail franchises?

1) The Demand Pet retail franchises are businesses that sell pet products and services. Buying a pet retail franchise can be a great way to get into the pet industry.

There are many benefits to buying a pet retail franchise, including: - You don’t have to start from scratch: When you buy a pet retail franchise, you’re buying an established business. This means that you don’t have to start from scratch, which can save you time and money.

-You get access to proven systems: When you buy a pet retail franchise, you’re buying into a proven system. This means that the franchisor has already figured out what works and what doesn’t, so you can avoid making costly mistakes.

We all love our pets and want to treat them to the finer things. In fact, according to the PFMA, there are now 34 million pets currently living in the UK. This shows why the market for pet retail services has such high demand since there are plenty of pet owners out there.

Another interesting statistic around the pet industry to back this up would be from a website called PetKeen Apparently, 20% of pet owners in the UK spend at least £20 a month on outfits for their pets.

This is just the pet population, and basic research on the demand for pet clothing imagine the possibilities for other industries in pet retail, such as pet toys or pet food, etc.

2) The freedom Owning your own business is the dream. It’s the ultimate expression of freedom: being your own boss, setting your own hours, and reaping the rewards of your hard work. But starting a business from scratch can be a daunting task. Fortunately, there’s an easier way to get started: by buying a pet retail franchise. When you buy a pet retail franchise for sale, you’re getting an established business model with proven success. And what could be more fun than owning a pet store? Pets are the UK’s favourite companions, and the pet industry is booming. So if you’re looking for a fun and rewarding business opportunity, a pet retail franchise could be the perfect fit.

3) The industry growth The pet industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United Kingdom. In fact, according to the pet food manufacturing association, the UK pet industry has been experiencing continued growth in recent years. With annual spending exceeding £7.5 billion in 2020, the Pet Food Manufacturing Association reports that there are now 34 million pets in the UK. Most popular types of pet retail franchises available in the United Kingdom Now you know why pet retail franchises seem such amazing opportunities thanks to the recent growth in the pet food & pet retail industry. We will now list the most popular types of pet retail franchise opportunities available in the UK. If you can’t find what you are looking for from these examples but are interested in investing in a pet franchise for sale, feel free to browse our full pet franchise directory, listing plenty of exciting business opportunities.

1) Pet clothing franchises Us brits love our pets, and we are always looking for new ways to show our love. A pet clothing franchise is a great way to tap into this market and

provide customers with stylish clothing and accessories for their furry friends. Plus, with a pet retail franchise, you can be your own boss and set your own hours. So if you’re looking for a business opportunity that is both profitable and rewarding, a pet clothing franchise may be the perfect fit for you!

2) Pet food franchises A pet food franchise is a great way to get into the pet industry. The pet industry is growing rapidly, and franchises are a great way to get started in this industry. A pet food franchise offers you the opportunity to be your own boss, set your own hours, and sometimes even work from home. You’ll also have the support of a franchisor, which can help you get started and grow your business. If you’re looking for a way to get into the pet industry, a pet food franchise is a great option. With the support of a franchisor, you can get started quickly and easily grow your business.

3) Pet toy store franchises Another popular pet retail franchise opportunity is pet toy store franchises that offer many benefits over independent businesses, such as name recognition, marketing support, and access to proven business systems. For those passionate about pets, a pet toy store franchise can be a perfect fit and a great way to get into an everexpanding industry.

4) Pet grooming franchises A pet grooming franchise is a great way to get into the pet industry without having to start your own business from scratch. Not only will you have the support of a franchisor, but you’ll also have access to their established customer base, marketing resources, and operational expertise. Plus, starting a pet grooming franchise is relatively low-cost compared to other businesses in the industry. So if you’re looking for a way to break into the pet industry, a pet grooming franchise could be the perfect option for you.

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Browse a range of franchise resale opportunities with Franchise Entrepreneur 5 reasons on why buying an established franchise is so beneficial: The business is already up and running - All the groundwork has been done for you, all you need to do is pick up the reins where the previous owner left off, allowing you to immediately start generating revenue.

The business has a proven track record - One huge benefit is that there will already be existing contracts, brand recognition, a reputation and revenue to build upon.

It can be easier to obtain funding - With the performance history of the business, the banks may look more favourably at lending money; making it easier to fund your new business venture than if you were to start from scratch.

Staff – Existing staff can bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to a new owner; they can help ensure a seamless transition from one owner to another.

Support and Training - The franchisor will provide you with resources, connections, training and continuous support, which will help you avoid mistakes that might cost your company time or money!

Furthermore, with a network of franchisees available to draw support and ideas from, you are not alone in your new business venture.

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Bluebird Care

South Coast Location: Offers Around: £950,000

With an outstanding local reputation and loyal staff, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a highperforming franchise making fantastic profits.

This franchise is consistently highly rated on the most respected independent review sites with thanks to superb feedback from clients and their families.

It has demonstrated steady growth year on year since it was established in 2011 and in 2017, the current owners bought the neighbouring Bluebird Care territory and have worked hard to amalgamate the two offices and carer teams. This brings the business to the point where in June 2022 it has 150 clients, 89 staff and provides a combined average of 4,300 domiciliary and live in care hours per week.

Demand for high quality hourly care services in the area continues to grow and there is huge potential for the business to expand to meet this.

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Oakhouse Foods

North West Location: Offers Around: £325,000

Oakhouse Foods are the leading provider of delivered quality frozen meals and deserts, primarily to the elderly. Bought as a resale in 2015 by the current franchisee, the business has seen steady year on year growth and now receives between 350-400 orders every week and is turning over circa £800,000.

This resale provides a unique opportunity to buy into a proven and successful business and to trade profitably from day one. The team have provided all their customers with a friendly, personal service which has resulted in a solid, loyal customer base and has fantastic potential for substantial further growth.

The current owner is selling to pursue other ventures, providing the new owner with a fantastic opportunity to build on the solid foundations and continue to grow this already thriving operation.

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Service Master & Merry Maids

Location: Offers Around:

Yorkshire £210,000

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a budding entrepreneur in the Sheffield area looking to own their own well-established cleaning business. ServiceMaster (Contract Services) Sheffield & Merry Maids of South Yorkshire have been operating for over 30 years and has over 180 domestic clients and over 10 large commercial contracts. This sale is two separate franchises operating under one limited company.

For an ambitious owner, the opportunity is there to use the stable customer bases that are currently served and implement a marketing programme to increase sales and build both a substantial domestic & commercial cleaning business.

Investing in this Company also means you have the potential to serve both commercial businesses as well as domestic households and access to existing customer lists, which is included in the price of the sale.

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Green Thumb

Location: Offers Around:

Bolton West £180,000

Purchased in 2015 as a resale by the current owner, this business has shown strong consistent year on year performance and now boasts a turnover of almost £250,000.

GreenThumb Bolton West is the largest lawn care provider in the area; they have a robust customer base of more than 2800 households. In 2021, the team delivered 12,791 treatments, and in Quarter 1 2022, delivered 2,939 treatments to lawns in the area.

One of the many reasons this franchise is thriving is due to the amazing team; three of the five staff pre-date the franchisee in the business as they were brought onboard by the previous owner. The other two staff have been with the business at least 4 years. The Lawn Operatives are very knowledgeable, long-established and they all live locally. Customers provide great feedback of them of them and enjoy their familiar relationships with them. This fabulous team have generated 5star Google reviews.

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Dale Carnegie Training Fully Established Business Consultancy Franchise in Central England, UK Asking Price: Home Based: Location Covered:

POA Flexible Central England, UK

Join The Global Leaders in Business Training Dale Carnegie is the global leader in business development. World renown, the business leads a strong 200-franchisee network across 80 countries, and has trained over 8 million people worldwide in 30 languages.

Due to the current owner’s retirement, the opportunity has arisen for an aspiring entrepreneur to take the reins of this successful franchise business in Central England.

The franchise has demonstrated resilience during the Pandemic with fee income now recovering to pre Covid levels.

Benefits of a Dale Carnegie Franchise Ideal for an existing franchisee looking to expand, or an existing training business looking to garner the backing of a trusted brand World Class Training and Ongoing Support Provided Graphic Design, Thought Leadership & Marketing Assistance

The opportunity to build a fantastic income Take the reigns of a fully established business with an existing client base, ready to run from day one.

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