Launching and growing a franchise in the UK can be challenging and while finance often comes from banks or investors, there are government-linked support options worth exploring. These can help with funding, training, advisory services and business growth, especially in the early stages of your franchise journey. However, navigating these options isn’t always straightforward, which…
read moreMarch success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is delighted to share how we supported a custom-made shutters and blinds franchise in securing funding to support its next phase of growth. We recently arranged a £50,000 business loan over 60 months to help the franchise purchase additional stock, strengthen working capital and expand with confidence…
read moreMay success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is pleased to highlight a funding solution that enabled a successful estate agent to take full control of the business and invest in its long-term future. The need: £422,000 for business buyout, property purchase, and refurbishment Our client required a total of £422,000 to support three key…
read moreApril success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is pleased to highlight a successful funding solution that supported an estate agent in acquiring an existing business. The need: £118,000 for business acquisition Our client, an ambitious estate agent, required £118,000 to purchase an established business. Acquiring an existing business presented an excellent growth opportunity, but…
read moreEffective financial management is crucial for the success of a franchise business. Implementing best practice ensures profitability, sustainability, and alignment with the franchisor's standards. To successfully manage finances, there are several best practices which should be followed: Budgeting and business planning Be realistic with budgeting and build a compelling business plan. Develop comprehensive budgets that…
read moreJanuary success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is proud to highlight a successful funding solution that enabled an award-winning estate agency franchise to expand its operations through acquisition. The need: £100,000 to acquire a rental and lettings business Our client, a thriving estate agency franchise, sought £100,000 to acquire an established rental and lettings…
read moreRunning a successful business is incredibly rewarding and brings broad benefits. However, there will be a point in time when the business owners fulfil their existing growth plans and then need to evaluate what is best for the next period of growth. How can they capitalise on the success built, how can they reach a…
read moreWhen you take the decision to become a franchisee you have all the benefits of being your own boss but with the backing of a well-established business. Taking the jump from being a well-paid employee to a business owner is not an easy process but by going down the franchise route you are backed by…
read moreFranchising continues to be a key growth industry for the UK economy. It is not just the major UK brands; many SMEs are exploring how a franchising model can help them maximise their business potential. We all know the past 3 years have been some of the most difficult times to navigate through. However, the…
read moreWhen you have built up a successful business and decide the time is right to go down the franchising route, arguably the most challenging task will be to find the right franchisees. The process is very similar to when you are looking for new employees, you want a person that you can trust, that has…
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