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The Benefits of Franchise Resales
Franchise resales mean that someone else has already built up the business from scratch, so all you need to do is come in and put your touches on the franchise.
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Social Franchising: An Introduction
Our introductory post explains how social franchising operates along similar lines to traditional franchising but a social franchise is usually set up to get people cooperating together and sharing ideas firstly.
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How to write the perfect business plan
Writing an effective business plan is a key step in evolving your idea into a functioning, profitable reality. Franchise Direct looks at the key points your business plan should hit.
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Young entrepreneurs and franchisees
Franchising can be the perfect model for a young, driven person with goals and the ambition to thrive. Franchise Direct explores the advantages of taking the plunge.
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Franchise Direct MD Sean McGarry makes Franchise Business Radio appearance
Franchise Direct managing director, Sean McGarry, had the pleasure of being a guest panellist on the July 15 episode of Franchise Business Radio, hosted by Pam Currie.
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Five mistakes to avoid when buying a franchise
Becoming a franchisee is a big step and there are potential pitfalls along the way. Franchise Direct looks at some of the mistakes to avoid when taking the plunge.
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Financial aid - what are the options?
Becoming a franchisee is a long, daunting process. Here's a look at how to find the funding you need to get your franchise off the ground.
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Top Franchises in Ireland Announced at the Irish Franchise Awards 2015
On Friday, 27 March at the Clyde Court Hotel in Dublin 4, the winners of the Irish Franchise Awards 2015 were announced at a black-tie, gala event.
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The Finalists for the Irish Franchise Awards 2015
Read the latest press release from the Irish Franchise Association, who are celebrating their 20th Irish Franchise Awards ceremony this year in a black tie event on 27 March. Find out who the finalists are!
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Blog: Let the Franchise Awards Season Begin!
Read about this year's franchise awards in Ireland and the UK, both of which are now officially open for entries. Award ceremonies are black-tie events attended by the media, significant members of the franchise industry, and government representatives.