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Franchise guides

Whether you want to start an online franchise, a cleaning franchise or estate agent franchise, Startups has guides to all sorts of franchises for all sorts of entrepreneurs…

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How to start a vending machine franchise

Could this surprisingly varied opportunity be for you?…

Parcel courier delivering a package

How to start a parcel courier franchise

Running a parcel courier franchise might deliver the goods for you. Find out how to become a franchisee and grow your courier franchise here……

How to start a domestic cleaning franchise

How to start a domestic cleaning franchise

Could you clean up with this £9bn market opportunity?…

How to start a care services franchise

How to start a care services franchise

For a business with personal as well as financial rewards, look no further.…

How to start a plumbing franchise

Demand for plumbers is very high, why not plug a hole in the market?…

How to start a gift cards franchise

How to start a gift cards franchise

Find out how to start a greeting card line as a franchisee - a highly flexible business with comparatively small overheads…

How to start an interior design franchise

How to start an interior design franchise

Do it yourself 'Changing Rooms' with an interior design franchise…

How to start a sandwich franchise

How to start a sandwich franchise

Take a bite out of a tasty business proposition…

How to start a children’s service franchise

How to start a children’s service franchise

If you love working with children, these business opportunities could be for you…

How to start a property lettings franchise

How to start a property lettings franchise

We open the door on a booming sector - property letting franchises…

How to start a print shop franchise

How to start a print shop franchise

This sector is constantly growing and changing. What does it involve?…

How to start a car repair franchise

How to start a car repair franchise

Whether you're a mechanic or just after a good business, this could be for you.…

How to start an estate agency franchise

It's hard work but selling houses could also be the key to success…

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