Franchising has a long record of resilience in the UK and 2026 has been no exception. Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, confidence across the sector remains strong, but the way franchisees fund their businesses and what lenders expect to see, continues to evolve. Understanding these trends can help you prepare a stronger application and…
read moreOctober Deal of the Month This month, NGI Franchise Funding is delighted to share how we supported an existing estate agent franchisee in purchasing an additional site. We worked closely with the client to complete a robust business plan and arrange a £98,000 loan, providing the finance needed to complete the purchase and continue with…
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 moreGrowing a successful franchise is an exciting milestone, but expansion brings its own financial challenges. Whether you're looking to open a second territory, take on additional staff, upgrade equipment, or relocate to larger premises, understanding your funding options and knowing when the time is right to use them, is critical to getting it right. When…
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 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 moreSecuring finance for your franchise is all about preparation. Lenders need clear proof that your business is viable, your numbers make sense, and you’re ready to manage the investment responsibly. While many documents can support your application, these four are the most important and usually determine how quickly and successfully your funding is approved. Franchise…
read moreFebruary success story This month, NGI Franchise Funding is delighted to share how we supported a new estate agency franchisee in launching their home-based business with the funding needed to establish strong foundations from day one. We recently arranged a £40,000 business loan to help the franchisee cover start-up costs and drive early growth in…
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