Angel investors can be a valuable source of funding for franchisees, particularly for multi-unit expansion or franchise concepts that need a larger upfront investment than a bank loan alone can cover. But pitching to an angel investor is a very different exercise to applying for a loan and getting the presentation right matters just as…
read moreOften the first thought as a franchisee looking for a loan is to approach your bank. Whilst banks do offer competitive rates and a familiar, trusted route into franchise finance, each bank has different criteria depending on the franchise, the amount you are looking to borrow and the structure of the borrowing. This is where…
read moreSeptember success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is delighted to share how we supported a franchisee in purchasing an existing mobile café franchise, including the vehicle. We worked closely with the client to produce a robust business plan and arrange £24K in funding, providing the finance needed to complete the purchase and take on…
read moreIt's easy to assume that because you're buying into an established franchise brand, the hard work of understanding your market has already been done for you. Thorough local market research is one of the most important ingredients in both a successful funding application and a thriving franchise business. Why lenders want to see market research…
read moreAugust success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is delighted to share how we supported a franchisee in purchasing an existing printing franchise in Essex. We worked closely with the client to complete a robust business plan and arrange £54,000 in funding, providing the finance needed to complete the purchase and take on an established…
read moreJuly success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is delighted to share how we supported a new franchisee in securing the funding required to purchase a well-established homecare and support services franchise. We worked closely with the client to build a robust business plan and structure a £720,000 funding package, providing the finance needed to…
read moreTaking on a franchise for the first time is an exciting step, but the financial side of things can catch even well-prepared people off guard. Many of the challenges first-time franchisees face aren't down to a lack of effort, they're down to a lack of financial experience. Here are some of the most common mistakes…
read moreWhen you're starting or growing a franchise, having a clear picture of your future finances isn't just helpful, it's essential. Sales and profit forecasting gives you a roadmap for your business, helps secure funding and keeps you focused on hitting the right targets. Here's how to approach it step by step. Step 1 – Start…
read moreJune success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is pleased to share how we supported a franchisee in securing the funding required to successfully launch a new mobility retail store in Scotland. We worked closely with the client to prepare a comprehensive business plan and successfully obtained a £100,000 business loan, helping provide the financial…
read moreTop tips to manage cash flow effectively as a new franchise owner. One of the biggest surprises for new franchise owners isn’t sales, marketing, or operations, it’s cash flow. Even profitable franchises can run into trouble if money in and money out isn’t carefully managed. Cash flow is simply the timing of income versus expenses.…
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