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It is never straightforward to franchise a business for the mutual benefit of the franchisor, franchisee and with adequate brand protection.Generally,...

At this time of the year, Christmas, every publication you pick up goes into overdrive with recipes – and the theme this year seems to be creating a v...

Nick Williams, managing consultant at Ashtons Franchise Consulting, has written an article for the December issue of Business Franchise Magazine. Can...

You may question whether buying a franchise can fit around your lifestyle. It can be a common misconception to think that there can’t possibly be a bu...

Ashtons Franchise Consultants explain the important role that a development plan and an assessment plays in the franchising process"It is imperative t...

Richard Chatten, International Support Manager at TaxAssist, discusses the important steps to take when researching target markets for international...

The bfa and Lloyds Banking Group are delighted to announce the launch of the new Prospect Franchisor Certificate training course. Available now, this...

Packed full of insightful interviews, advice and in-depth interviews, the new look Franchise Magazine is the definitive guide to franchising. The digi...

Franchise Roundtable 2017 discusses the benefits and drawbacks of establishing a franchise and the regulations which are currently implemented to prot...

Scour the stories of winners and losers in overseas franchising and you’ll find two key differences. The winners were adaptable and had great local fr...

Coffee franchises are big business. Gone are the days of instant coffee, consumers nowadays are connoisseurs wanting to experience the latest artisan...

Ashtons Franchise Consulting (AFC) has played a key role in developing new information for prospective franchisees on the NatWest website.AFC guest wr...