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[JoebeeKenobi]

do you mean franchising as in like when an organziation gives another organization the right to use its name and operating methods

Thats pretty much the idea. Franchising is providing the right to use a proven business model which has been tested through pilot schemes to be profitable and usually comes with backup and support of the franchisor to give the best chance of success. I've been involved in the franchise industry for over 6 years now and in that time I've come across one or two rogue operations but on the whole if you do your home work, speak to existing franchisees and check them out with the British Franchise Association before parting with any franchisee fee you will pretty much elimate the possiblity of picking up a bad one. Any business entails risk though so like any thing its not fool proof.

Joe

[CheapOnlinePrint]

Hi Ray

Genuine question - Is this thread for discussing franchises and their pros and cons or an applicable place to 'promote' a franchise?

Not 100% sure whether I'm allowed to do that yet anyway - is it 15 or 25 posts before I can promote my business???

Sorry to be vague, but this thread seems not to have gotten started properly yet and as such, is hard to pin down as to what the content should be.

Cheers.

Mark.

[Indizine]

Like any other forum, it is for discussion only.

Only in the permitted, relevant forums is advertising and promotion allowed. The criteria is 25 posts and one month's membership but do read the rules for the advertising and special offers forums to ensure your posts comply with other requirements.

[bubbleberry]

This is great, I am just starting to work on a franchise deal for my business, so hopefully some old hats can help me out!

[JoebeeKenobi]

Hi bubble... welcome to the franchising forum. I have a good, broad knowledge of the UK franchise industry and would be happy to help where possible if you are just starting out with franchising.

Joe

[iamjohns]

bubbleberry , i have read many things about franchising i havent exactly put any efforts in that field as much as i have read in it and may say heard stories about i think though from what i hear is that you may need to consult someone who knows the real deal to give you the absoulte 411 on everything wishing you the best of luck