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How to Prevent Franchise Fraud?

How to Prevent Franchise Fraud

Not every business opportunity that sounds good is excellent, especially when it comes to franchising – you have to be extra vigilant. In the UK, many companies have scammed both small and large investors by selling fake franchises. Therefore, before signing the Franchise Agreement, you have to keep your eyes open and focus on the …

Smith and Henderson 5 Star Satisfaction for Tax Assist

For 5th year running, TaxAssist Accountants awarded 5 Star Franchisee Satisfaction Independent franchise satisfaction survey reveals outstanding results yet again For the fifth consecutive year, TaxAssist Accountants, the UK’s largest network of small business accountants, has been awarded ‘5-star franchisee satisfaction’, based on positive feedback from its network of more than 200 franchisees. TaxAssist Accountants …

10 years and counting for Nigel Lomax

Nigel Lomax Taxassist

Nigel Lomax and his team at TaxAssist Accountants are celebrating 10 years serving the small business community from their shopfront office in Sundorne, Shrewsbury. Nigel Lomax set up TaxAssist Accountants in Shrewsbury in 2003, working from an office on Battlefield Enterprise Park. The business moved to its current premises on Sundorne Avenue in 2007 and …

ERA retain Franchisor of the Year crown!

ERAgold

For the second year in a row, Expense Reduction Analysts (ERA) have been named Bronze Franchisor of the Year by the British Franchise Association (bfa). Hundreds of entries from businesses spanning all industries and sectors were whittled down to a shortlist of five truly outstanding franchisors. Standing toe-to-toe with leading global and domestic brands, ERA …

Low Cost Franchise Opportunity Review

gardening franchises

Being the boss doesn’t have to be beyond anyone’s reach. There are many different kinds of Low cost franchise that let people start their own business and take control of their own career. While some franchises, such as major name fast food restaurants, could set you back hundreds of thousands of pounds, it’s also possible to …

Cleaning Franchise Celebrates 20th Maid in 20th Year!

bobyorkshire

One of East Yorkshire’s largest domestic cleaning franchise businesses is celebrating 20 years’ in business with the appointment of its 20th member of staff as the business continues to expand. First launched in 1997, Merry Maids of East Yorkshire currently provides domestic cleaning services to over 161 clients across Beverley and East Yorkshire. With a …

Basildon Bond

Basildon Bond

Through a mix of hard graft, dedication and commitment, Colin May has risen through the Pirtek ranks from trade counter assistant to owner, much to his own surprise. “I never set out to own my own business.   But Pirtek gave me that opportunity and I seized the chance.”   So says Colin May, Licensee at Pirtek …

The Zip Yard Are Searching for Franchisees at The Franchise Show

zip yard

Born in Belfast, The Zip Yard is a home-grown Northern Irish tailoring business specialising in quality clothing alterations from resizing to recycling and upcycling to zip repairs. Founded in 2005 by two aspiring entrepreneurs, the brand’s name is a nod to the heritage of the local area and the nearby shipyard. After enjoying early success, …

VaporClean Use Franchise Show to Spread Word About Their Franchise

VaporClean

Due to continued success in the South West, professional cleaning company Vapor Clean have launched a franchise program and are looking for passionate entrepreneurs to help grow their business. Specialising in domestic and commercial cleaning services, Vapor Clean is a collection of qualified and specialist cleaning experts offering everything from oven cleaning to end of …

Hunters Bucks Market with Strong Performance in 2016

Hunters Board

Hunters, one of the country’s leading estate agency and franchise businesses, has expanded rapidly throughout 2016. Despite well-publicised uncertainty in the UK housing market, the Group opened 30 new branches in a wide range of regions across the UK for the third consecutive year, whilst reporting impressive trading updates throughout 2016. Despite many competitors issuing …

Hunters Continues Expansion with New Office in Medway

Hunters Franchise

Hunters, one of the country’s leading estate agents, is delighted to announce a new branch opening in Medway, Kent, adding to their fast expanding network. Hunters, which opened its first office in York in 1992 and its first franchised branch in 2006, now has a network of over 180 branches nationwide, with offices in a …