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Raising Finance

It is a big step from deciding to start a franchise to actually opening your doors for business. For many, one of the biggest hurdles is approaching the bank for finance.

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Franchise Legal

Due to the complex nature of franchising, it is essential that you seek legal advice from a franchise lawyer. We can help with reviewing a franchise agreement and settling franchise disputes.

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Franchise Resales

You don't have to start a franchised business in the UK from scratch; many existing franchisees are looking to sell their franchise. In our resale section you will find advice on buying and selling a franchise resale, stories of those who bought a resale as well as listings of existing franchises for sale across the UK.

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Franchising Your Business

Are you considering franchising your business? If yes, we can help. Our "Franchise Your Business" section will help you to decide if franchising is the right expansion route for your business, and if so, how to franchise your business.

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Ask The Experts

Franchising can be a very complex area and to make sure you find the right franchise for you, or set up your own franchise correctly, is it imperative that you do as much research as possible. This includes seeking professional help and advice. Our Ask the Expert section allows you to post questions regarding funding a franchise, legal issues, accountancy, consultancy and general franchise advice.

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Master, Area Development and Multi-Unit Franchising

whichfranchise helps match successful global franchise brands with qualified groups and individuals looking for scaleable Master, Area Development and Multi-Unit opportunities.

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Franchisee Story
Community, fitness and family at the heart of BFT Croydon
Posted:24-April-2024

Chris Pook, a dedicated family man with a passion for fitness and a rich background in entrepreneurship, epitomises what it means to be a part of the Body Fit Training (BFT) franchise network. His choice of BFT over other fitness franchises was driven by a desire not just for a business but for a legacy; one that blends his love for fitness with proven systems and the ambition to grow a network of fitness studios.

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Franchisee Story
Zabir Ali: An eye for a new opportunity
Posted:23-April-2024

Zabir Ali, franchisee and owner of our Fareham club, is no stranger to all things franchise. As the UK’s largest franchisee for Boots Opticians, Zabir wanted an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of people in his own community. Familiar with the physical and mental benefits an inclusive gym community can have, Zabir decided to stick to his roots and invest in a Snap Fitness franchise.

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Heavenly Desserts eyes up international expansion and further sites in London
Posted:24-April-2024

Heavenly Desserts opened its 55th UK location earlier this year in Sutton Coldfield and has a goal of opening 100 restaurants by 2026, with new stores across Dundee, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Middlesborough and London's Elephant & Castle on the horizon. It was recently announced that Heavenly Desserts has partnered with a former Pizza Hut franchisee in a bid to boost its expansion plans across the capital city.

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Brgr Lab Unveils Innovative New Store Design, Revolutionizing the Burger Experience
Posted:24-April-2024

Brgr Lab, the pioneering fast-casual chain known for its science-inspired approach to crafting delicious and unique burgers, today announced the launch of its brand-new store design. This ground breaking concept focuses on enhancing the customer journey, fostering a vibrant atmosphere, and reinforcing Brgr Lab's commitment to innovation.

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Franchisor Interview
Interview with Sanjay Roy, Founder of The Fruit and Veg Man
Posted:26-January-2024

Sanjay Roy is the founder of The Fruit and Veg Man, the only fruit and veg franchise in the UK.  Before starting The Fruit and Veg Man, Sanjay enjoyed a career in fitness. It was during lockdown that Sanjay, like many others, found himself being furloughed. Sajay decided to spend his time productively, helping others to have access to nutritious, top-notch fruits and vegetables, while also raising funds for his local hospice. Thus, The Fruit and Veg Man was born. Demand for the business grew quickly, and in 2022, Sanjay started the process of franchising his business.  The Fruit and Veg Man now has 4 franchisees with plans to develop across the UK.

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Franchisor Interview
Interview of Liam Hobbs, Franchisor of More Than Loft Ladders
Posted:09-January-2024

Liam Hobbs is the Franchisor of More Than Loft Ladders, a franchise that helps home owners take advantage of unused space in their homes by offering high quality loft solutions; they make homes bigger at a fraction of the cost of a builder.  Like many people, Liam spent years moving from job to job, trying to figure out what he wanted to do with his life. It wasn’t until he was 46 years old that he finally found his lifelong career path. In this interview, Liam shares his story of how he went from a delivery driver to owning a UK-wide franchise business.

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whichfranchise... over 25 years of delivering franchising results

whichfranchise has worked with some of the world's leading and most knowledgeable experts in ethical franchising to provide prospective franchisees with the best advice in helping them decide whether franchising is right for them.

As well as our online resources, we were also very instrumental in creating and delivering learning courses and seminar programmes on "How to Buy a Franchise" for the British Franchise Association and UK Government Agencies.

We are more than just a franchise website; whichfranchise is packed with EXPERT advice from credible franchise EXPERTS. Our step by step guide equips you with everything you need to know about buying a franchise in the UK; from franchise finance to franchise legal to how to choose the right franchise for you, whichfranchise covers it all. We help you to understand all areas of franchising before looking at which franchises to buy.

Our franchise directory allows you to read more about each opportunity including stories on some of their successful franchisees; you can find out what it is really like to become a franchisee from those who know best.

If you are interested in any of the opportunities and want to know more, simply fill in the form at the bottom of the page and the franchisor will send you a copy of their prospectus. With franchise opportunities covering a wide range of industries, types and franchise investment, there's' something for everyone.

We also have existing franchises for sale in our franchise resale section; these are, in most cases, established businesses that the owners are looking to sell on. This may be because they are retiring, relocating, ill health or simple wish to pursue other opportunities.

High investment franchising is for those looking for a more substantial opportunity to invest into. This section covers master franchising and multi-unit franchising. Many of these opportunities will be new to the UK, though successful in their own country, whilst others are established in the UK but looking for experienced investors to drive the brand forward.

Experts are on hand to answer any questions you have about buying or selling a franchise, as well as franchising a business. If you are a franchisor and keen to expand in the UK, we can send you information for advertising on whichfranchise. We look forward to helping you.

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