Franchise opportunities

Since opening the first store in 1994 in Bolton, Lancashire, Cash Generator has grown rapidly to become the UK’s most popular loan, buy and sell store. With a turnover of over £170m and an ever strengthening presence on the British high street, Cash Generator is set to strengthen its position even further in 2010 with over 20 new stores planned to open. Indeed, the famous yellow and blue of the Cash Generator logo has become one of the UK’s most instantly recognisable brands, synonymous with choice and value.

As we are all aware, the current global recession has been one of the deepest in living memory. In terms of franchise businesses, many seemingly strong business models have struggled to adapt to the rapidly changing economic climate, cutting deeply into franchise investments nationwide. Conversely, the economic pitfalls that have damaged the prospects of many other franchises have actually strengthened those of Cash Generator. Indeed, we now have over 110 stores across the UK and an ever increasing turnover.

Multiple income streams

Cash Generator is an ethical franchise opportunity that offers multiple income streams from discount consumer retailing of new, graded and pre-owned to the following financial services:

• worldwide money transfers
• currency exchange
• payday loans
• pawn broking

The simple truth is that a welcoming and well run Cash Generator store can buy and sell pre-owned goods at a higher margin than new product and at the same time become a centre for the local community. To broaden the geographic appeal of the brand even further, we have recently launched CashGenerator.co.uk – an advanced and fully transactional website. Why not try it for yourself?

A proven business model

To enhance the Cash Generator opportunity, we work closely with our franchisees to ensure that they receive all the specialist support, advice and training necessary to make their businesses an unqualified success. Although many of our franchisees have earned significant rewards from their Cash Generator businesses (indeed one in four owners have subsequently chosen to invest in additional stores), operating a Cash Generator franchise is not a ‘get rich quick’ scheme. As well as a financial commitment, franchisees must invest a great deal of time and effort into their business. An ever increasing number of entrepreneurs look to develop their own portfolio of stores within the network and thereby employ the staff that manage the stores on their behalf on a day to day basis.

Everyone at Cash Generator is committed to helping develop both your individual business and the wider group brand. As part of this commitment, we invest a significant sum each year to advertise Cash Generator nationally on TV, radio or print. We believe that the Cash Generator tried and tested franchise model is a great way for hard working, committed people to build something valuable for their futures.

If you think that you are ready to make the most of your potential with Cash Generator, contact us today.

Own the Worlds #1 rated Internet and Technology Franchise

WSI is the world's leading Internet Services Franchise providing affordable internet solutions to small and medium size business. WSI is ranked the #1 Internet and Technology Services Franchise and ranked among the Top 50 Franchises in the world.

The WSI INTERNET formula is simple:

Successful WSI Franchise owners + Successful WSI Clients = Successful Franchise Opportunity

Home or Office Based / No Experience Required

No specific business experience is required for the WSI Internet Consulting franchise business. WSI Internet Consulting offers its franchises "one of the most complete and comprehensive training and certification programs available among franchise companies today". Also, the dynamic on-going WSI Internet Franchise support program is custom tailored with a success coach to meet the unique and individual needs of each new WSI franchise owner.

Become a Professional Consultant

Whether your background is in general business or sales and marketing, if you follow WSI's proven system you will build and expand your client base and achieve recurring revenue streams. WSI's successful business, marketing and internet solutions are driven by proprietary tools, methodologies, products and comprehensive operational and marketing support.

WSI's Limitless Opportunity

As an Internet Marketing Consultant within WSI's global network, you will have the personal and professional independence, freedom and control that you want and deserve. You will build a scalable, flexible and profitable business connected back through to our proprietary e-Marketplace, using a proven business model and a definitive formula for success. You will secure long-term business growth and successful client relationships by identifying and delivering the right internet solutions, driving qualified traffic to your clients' websites and converting visitors into paying customers. The resulting predictable, scalable income will enable you to accomplish the lifestyle you want, for yourself and your family.

Unique Benefits

For your all-inclusive franchise fee of £36,800, you will receive world-class on-site training; ongoing operational and marketing support; your own customized presence on our company's domain; and a lucrative position within WSI's ever-evolving e-Marketplace.

Become a part of the network of men and women of all backgrounds who have taken their entrepreneurial spirit, managerial skills and business development capabilities to a place of amazing profit, professional freedom and personal success.

"We started using Franchise Direct some eight weeks ago. From day one we started receiving enquires; being a new franchise proposition we did not know what to expect in connection with the amount and quality of leads, but we are pleased to say that we have had a great response and as a result we have just signed our 17th franchisee! I would recommend the site to any franchisor who is looking for quality leads."

- Peter Parsons, Managing Director, Fortune Networks Ltd

"Franchise Direct have consistently provided us with high quality, genuine franchise enquiries on a daily basis for approximately two years. What's more they have reduced my franchisee recruitment costs to a quarter of what they were previously! I would have no hesitation in recommending Franchise Direct to anyone."

- Cormac Byrne, Home and Away International Ltd

Franchise Direct is a dedicated resource with a wide list of businesses for sale and franchise opportunities for sale. We have an impressive article index relating to franchising, franchisee success stories and more. We have interviews with top experts about different aspects of franchising such as financing and useful advice for first-time franchisees. Franchising is ideal if you want to start your own business but don’t want to carry all the risk of going it alone. We offer different categories of franchise opportunities according to your different preferences and financial constraints. Franchising can be an affordable and profitable venture. We also cater to those who desire greater flexibility with our home-based franchises or part-time options. If you are interested in a franchisor or franchise you can find out more on the ‘Discovery Days’, an informal, no-obligation event which usually takes place at the company headquarters. The company explains the operation of the business, the product or service it provides, the training and support systems, and the financial investment. There is also an opportunity to meet members of the corporate franchise team and, in some cases, existing franchisees in the network.

For more information contact us at info@franchisedirect.co.uk

Good morning,I just wanted to drop you a quick email to say how totally thrilled I am with a member of your ‘team’! I live in the Edinburgh area and Tony Davies has been looking after my lawn for just under a year now. We returned from Canada after being away from our home for 2 years, in which time the tenants had completely neglected our lawn. I got in touch with Tony, who also looks after my Mother in Laws lawn, and asked him to see if he could help restore what had become a complete nightmare for us. In just under a year Tony has managed to transform our lawn to its former glorious self. If I am being honest it has never looked so good since we bought the property some years ago! Friends and neighbours have also commented on this fact!I felt compelled to let you know what a great ambassador Tony is for your company and to give him credit and praise for his excellent customer care and hard work.Please pass this on to the relevant department. All too often people are very quick to complain and not quick enough to give praise and credit when due!!Yours a very happy customer

- Elaine Francey

Greensleeves offers a top lawn treatment service to its customers. It uses the best quality products with ‘no scorch’ technology which is perfectly safe to children, pets and plants.

Last financial year, 2009, Greensleeves saw its turnover grow by more than 35%, increasing by £500,000 to £1.4m. In addition, Greensleeves’ customer base has more than doubled, in recent month’s it rose from 8,800 to more than 24,000. The company now has 47 franchisees, a number that is growing with the addition of new territories all the time.

What are the secrets of Greensleeves’ success, there are two important contributing factors. One is the quality of our people and the customer service they deliver, they must be professionally minded and ambitious, with a real drive to grow their own business.

The other factor is value for money, our service is affordable and it really produces excellent results, and that’s another reason why it has been so well received by the public.

After meeting the franchisor, Nigel Toplis, we were very impressed by the professionalism of the franchise. Since opening the reaction from customers has been amazing and business is going so well that we are looking to open a second Centre, and possibly a third after that.

- Richard McConnell, The ZipYard Altrincham

The Zip Yard is one of the most successful and fastest growing garments business in the UK and Ireland.

• The ZipYard is owned and operated by the franchise team who also run Recognition Express, who have over 30 years plus experience in business franchising. The team is on hand to offer help and advice, marketing support, on-going training, product development and much more.
• We need people who are ambitious to run their own business, customer driven, well organised and keen to follow a proven business system.
• Two weeks comprehensive training covering business practices, computer systems, running a centre, marketing and promotions, recruitment and counter sales.

The franchise business opportunity with Mail Boxes Etc.

Mail Boxes Etc. offers franchise prospects the opportunity to own and run a ‘high street one-stop-shop’ offering organisations and consumers a diverse range of business solutions and retail services. We offer everything from packaging and worldwide parcel delivery services, full colour digital and litho printing and photocopying, to professional addresses and personal mailbox rental and mailing services – all in one convenient location.

The franchise opportunity provides a strong market base as no other business offers all of our services under one roof. Mail Boxes Etc. is a globally recognised brand and continues to expand with currently over 115 stores across the UK and Ireland and over 1250 locations worldwide

A Mail Boxes Etc. franchise can be both challenging and equally rewarding. If you believe you have the right attributes to become a franchisee with Mail Boxes Etc. then please request further information or contact us on +44 (0) 1608 649239.

Reputation, brand and profit potential: Here’s why Signs Express could be right for you!

• Signs and graphics specialists
• Established 20 years
• 80 centres throughout UK and Ireland
• Many territories still available
• Options for resales
• Brand reputation

• Longstanding franchisees have recently celebrated reaching £5m invoiced sales
• Well established franchisees are turning over £1m a year
• Many franchisees have opted to buy their own premises as part of long-term financial planning

• Despite the recession, seven new franchisees launched their centres in 2009
• Franchise turnover figures have increased
• Group turnover is the best in past three years
• 10 franchisees have moved to larger premises to accommodate for increased work loads

• Access to your share of over 800 sign enquiries monthly
• Support from a team of 20 at head office
• Access to national account clients such as McDonald’s and Mercedes
• Specially negotiated rates with suppliers

• Franchise fee
• £25,000 working capital
• Staffing costs
• Unit fit out
• Materials
• Training

• Selling your established business to provide for your retirement

FDS offers 28 years of experience, combining best practice with best value in successful franchise development of national and international franchise networks. FDS has an unrivalled team of franchise experts available to help you grow your business. That same experience is available to you if you want to invest in becoming a franchisee, often now referred to as a "franchise partner" or "franchise owner".

So, whether you are an individual with capital to invest in a franchise licence, or a company seeking Franchise Consultants to help you to create a new franchise networks, FDS can provide you with valuable advice and guidance. Our complete range of franchise consultancy products and services is uniquely combined with a range of franchise publications including the best selling title The Franchise Magazine, thefranchisemagazine.net and theukfranchisedirectory.net.

Better business with Nevada Bob’s Golf

Nevada Bob’s Golf is looking to open thirty new stores over the next five years.

As a result we are offering the chance to enthusiastic people to become part of an instantly recognised and acknowledged brand name in the golfing industry by taking up a franchise for one of the new stores. This is an exciting opportunity to share in the success of a well established and respected market leader, which will inevitably reduce the time required to establish and develop a new business, generate fast growth and acceptance for the new store.

Golf Retailing

As with every other industry, golf retailing is very competitive, so enjoying the support of a partnership with Nevada Bob’s gives recognition and access to resources for all aspects of the business. The operating systems provided by the company provides the most advanced programmes in custom-fitting technology, customer service programmes, brand name products, marketing, the internet with your own micro site and much, much more.

Our Strategy

Our company strategy is not to be the biggest, but the best in all aspects of serving a knowledgeable and discerning public. As our franchisee you will receive full support, from purchasing to local marketing. In fact, our national marketing activity at the last 2 years Open Championships of orange baseball caps caught the imagination of fans, the BBC and other major sports media worldwide.

This shows our commitment to the franchise network to provide the very best brand and product support.

Our philosophy

Our philosophy has always been underpinned on delivering a customer service experience that is of the highest quality to all levels of golfer. A prospective franchisee will need to exhibit their desire to share those aims, as well as a strong enthusiasm and commitment to achieve success with us.

How to become a Franchisee

The potential franchisee will need to commit to an investment of £225,000 for a store with at least 2,500 square feet, and to have a minimum of £70,000 available for a deposit. The balance can be arranged by means of a loan, and Nevada Bob’s will assist in arranging the financial package, so contract the Franchise Development Manager, Craig Johnston, on 01923 288925 or by e mail at craigjohnston@nevadabobs.co.uk

We believe being a franchisee is the perfect combination of being your own boss, but with the support and strength of a national company with the resources and experience to nurture success.

LighterLife is so much more than a diet

LighterLife is a successful weight-loss and weight-management company that’s been offering its exciting franchise opportunity since 1996.

LighterLife franchisees support overweight and obese people in losing weight quickly and safely. But LighterLife is far more than a diet. At weekly group meetings LighterLife franchisees help clients understand why they overeat then help them learn the skills they need to manage their weight long term.

Supporting LighterLife franchisees

All LighterLife franchisees are allocated an exclusive and protected territory.

Franchisees get full business start up support, including business planning, marketing and assistance with locating premises.

Franchisees undertake industry leading training leading to a professional qualification. There is also an extensive menu of additional training, coaching and support available to help franchisees continually develop themselves and their business.

With LighterLife’s in-house payment plan available to assist with the franchise fee there has never been a better time to join.

10 reasons why a LighterLife franchise is an exciting opportunity to join

1. Accredited training, giving you the skills and ability to deliver the LighterLife programme including business planning, marketing, systems management from both internal and external trainers.
2. Dedicated support team to assist you during your training and start up phase.
3. Dedicated franchisee intranet, providing regular business updates, online ordering of stock, access to marketing materials as well as much more.
4. Personal website and email accounts.
5. Centralised non contributory national marketing campaigns
6. Dedicated Regional Business Development team who are field based
7. Ongoing training and coaching, available both onsite, regionally and Central Office based
8. Annual Conference and awards recognition
9. Full training available for your support team employees when required
10. No hidden costs. No management services fees or national marketing levies

The above is not an exhaustive list, but should give you an idea of the package and benefits of being a LighterLife franchisee.

How do I become a LighterLife franchisee?

Are you….a good communicator looking to join an organisation with a nationally recognised brand and a proven business format?

LighterLife could be the answer. If you’re looking for a profitable, full time franchise that operates in a growing market contact us today, we’d really like to hear from you.

Prokill is a pest control franchise that provides a pest prevention service to the commercial, industrial, marine, agricultural and private sectors. Prokill, an associate member of the British Franchise Association, is a professional business management opportunity.

How much does a Prokill franchise cost?

• £65,000
• Plus circa £10,000 working capital

It is however possible that, if you are the right candidate for us, to join at an entry level of circa £39,000. For this you will receive a satellite area that is half the size of the full territory; whilst you hold an option for six months on the balance of the full territory.

Prokill provides a professional pest prevention service to the commercial, industrial, marine, agricultural and private sectors. As a company, Prokill is at the forefront of baiting and treatment techniques; offering technical support and all related aspects of health and safety, housekeeping, government legislation and proactive pest prevention measures.

Are you up to being a local hero?

Ultimately we believe that if you bring genuine commitment, determination and a desire to manage your own business well, we’ll do the rest. We do have some basic financial requirements, which are there for your and our mutual benefit but thereafter you’ll be impressed by the energy and enthusiasm that is the hallmark of the Prokill family. Your Prokill business can be as profitable and as extensive as your own ambition – and we’ll support you all the way.

Territories/Locations

Rather than deal in woolly population figures or unrealistic geographical territories that might leave you struggling but allocate you approximately 250,000 properties, real business opportunities – a quantity you’re never likely to exhaust and which means that every franchisee, wherever he or she is based, has a realistic opportunity to succeed. We will never exceed 100 Prokill franchisees in mainland Britain – so we aim to give every franchisee an equal share of the country’s total properties.

How we support you

When you join Prokill you will undertake a six week training course, both field and residential, in admin, sales and technical skills, leading to the industry recognised RSPH Certificate in pest control and highly coveted national accreditations and qualifications that include ISO9001, BPCA, Link-Up, Exor and Safe Contractor. This will equip you with the skills and knowledge to trade confidently, efficiently and professionally. Additionally, our powerful “Pronet” database with all of your operational support material, from the simplest form through to stock ordering, is available to you online, whenever you want it – 24/7.

Build your own service business that’s always in demand – a professional handyman service.

0800 Handyman is ideal for accomplished DIYers with the ambition of being their own boss – it’s an owner-operator franchise providing a professional repair service to local homes and businesses, and has London territories available with established customers from day one.

0800 Handyman franchisees are capitalizing on the growing demand for services with recognized standards, offering excellent customer service and the certainty of good job at a sensible price.

Franchisees benefit from extensive support, including training, call handling and job booking, networking and on-going marketing.

The minimum investment is £10,950 plus vat. Up to 70% can be financed