A formidable franchise team
Perseverance, dedication and determination are three qualities that Amanda Giannaros possesses and has used in her journey, from studying to become a teacher in the Eastern Cape to becoming a co-owner of one o
Franchises
Starting your own business? You have a choice of building the business from scratch, or buying an existing business or franchise. Learn more about franchising.
A step-by-step guide on how to franchise a business
As an entrepreneur, one of the best ways to rapidly expand your business is through franchising. That said, the franchising process can be extremely complicated and incredibly risky should you not execute it properly. This franchising process can be better understood as consisting of three steps: assessment, replication, and market.
Business Partners Ltd - SA’s leading risk financier for SMEs
http://www.businesspartners.co.za
Buying a Business or Franchise
Not sure how to go about buying a business or a franchise? Follow this step-by-step process to be successful in your small business endeavor.
Buying an existing franchise
In franchise terminology, the purchase of an existing franchise outlet is referred to as a ‘resale’. When buying a resale, you have to do the same research and assessment you would do if you were buying any business.
Checklist for prospective franchisees before concluding a franchise contract
While many prospective franchisees would rather focus on the financial reward as a new business owner, it is very important to obtain legal advice before concluding a Franchise Contract, to understand its legal implications, ensure that the contract terms are fair, and that it reflects a relationship governed by sound legal and business principles.
Franchise Agreement Checklist
When purchasing a franchise, you have to understand the terms of a franchise agreement provided by a franchisor. This franchise agreement checklist may help.
Franchise Association of South Africa
http://www.fasa.co.za
Franchise Finance - franchisee loan origination agency
http://www.franchisefinance.co.za/
Franchise Finder - Online Directory of Franchises and Business Opportunities in South Africa
http://www.franchisefinder.co.za
Franchise synergies - specialist franchise consultants
http://www.franchisesynergies.co.za
Franchising Basics
Considering your own business? Franchise is one of your options. Learn the basics of franchising and get advice on how to operate a franchise.
Franchising offers real opportunity for an entrepreneur
Many entrepreneurs steer clear of franchising when choosing a business venture, primarily because they feel franchisors place too many re
Franchising tips from the "horse's mouth".
Interview with expert on franchising, and in particular the Spur Corporation
Franchising: success vs. failure
There are many factors that can either make or break your franchise business.
Franchize Directions - franchise service provider
http://www.franchize.co.za
How safe is your Service Station?
To start or manage any business is challenging enough, but owning and operating a service station has added challenges.
Small business financiers and investors
A comprehensive directory of small, micro and medium-sized enterprise (SMME) funders in South Africa.
Success story: Father-son team takes business to new heights
A small business success story of a father-and-son enterprise.
SureSwipe - suppliers credit and debit card swipe machines for SME’S
http://www.sureswipe.co.za
To expand or not to expand?
What to consider before expanding your business
What is franchising?
Explaining what franchising is.
Where can I find a business mentor?
A mentor can be a valuable guide and sounding board when you are running a small business on your own. If you feel you need the services of a mentor, it's important to find one with a good reputation, the appropriate experience in your industry or problem area, and one you can trust and get along with. So, where do you start looking?
whichfranchise - buying and selling a franchise
http://www.whichfranchise.co.za