With over 7.3 million people and 3 million households, London is the biggest city in Western Europe. New franchise businesses in London therefore reach a huge target market with consequent huge growth potential.
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Getting it right!
Many potentially viable businesses in London do not get off the ground because the business cannot raise finance. Although franchise is a more favourable route into business for your lending bank - you will still not be guaranteed the necessary financial assistance by way of a loan, grant of fund. Often this is because the business plan is badly written - or presented.
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If you are considering franchising as a possible business start up option, then why not attend a franchise workshop. Experts from the franchise industry deliver the workshops, answering your most sought after questions, providing you with an independent appraisal on some of the issues you'll face when considering franchising. 

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As the franchise London market matures, resale of franchises is becoming more common. As well as the traditional benefits of franchising, when purchasing a resale in London you are able to take advantage of actual trading accounts, making your future a little easier to predict. You will also have an existing client base and should be able to generate income from day 1.

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Due to the complex nature of franchising you should take advice from an experienced franchise solicitor. Most franchise contracts appear to favour the franchisor so the expertise of a solicitor will help analyse areas such as restrictive clauses, renewal fees and terms, and what actions to take if there is a dispute between the franchisor and franchisee.

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For a list of all BFA Franchise Lawyers in London click here

Our pocket guide to franchising is your essential guide to franchising in the UK.

Packed with step-by-step information and advice for buying a franchise, as well as case studies of successful franchisees, the guide is vital for anyone considering franchising as a route to starting their own business.
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CREATE is a unique partnership of national business support organisations who have joined together to help people who are considering franchising. CREATE provides independent and impartial information and advice through on-line services, training sessions and workshops, one-to-one advice and mentoring.

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Nallathamby chose franchising as he was reluctant to set up his own business in London.
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The London Franchise Project aims to create self-employment in targeted areas of London via the franchise route by delivering appropriate business support services to those entrepreneurs wishing to set up a franchise business or expand an existing business via franchising.

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With a population of around 180,000, Hammersmith & Fulham is the fourth most densely populated local authority in England and Wales . With its excellent transport links to central London and Heathrow Airport , the borough attracts both small and medium-sized companies and multinational firms.

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With a population of around 350,000, Croydon is London's largest borough. As one of the leading commercial centre in the UK, the borough has attracted both small and medium-sized companies and multinational firms. Further investment into the area is helping to boost it's entrepreneurial spirit, making it ripe for franchising. Read more...

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You can post your questions to a panel of experts dealing with franchising in London.

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