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Thinking of buying a mobile franchise or a man-in-a-van business? Here are some questions to ask

September 2025 - If you’ve ever dreamed of owning your own business, there are hundreds of different opportunities in New Zealand. Here’s a guide t...

Glenice Riley suggests some smart things to think about when buying a franchise

Want to know what a franchise is really like? Ask the people who are already there

Want to choose where you work, when you work and who you work with? Buying a franchise allows you to make a new start in your own business

Some people won’t take advice when they need it - and won't take advice after they've got themselves into trouble, either

In this extract from her recently re-published book, Ann Andrews writes a letter to help new franchisees know what to expect

Protect your own interests as you assess any franchise business opportunity. Translated versions of this article are available in Hindi, Traditiona...

Estelle Logan outlines some of the ways that buying a franchise can make going into business for yourself an attractive option

There are over 2,000 home services franchisees in New Zealand. What is the appeal of this franchise sector, and what should you look for? Simon Lor...

News stories show need for franchises to be ready to handle hostile social and professional media

Mobile franchises are a popular and affordable way to get into a business of your own, but what’s it really like being on the road every day? We as...

What are the benefits and drawbacks of working together with your spouse? Simon Lord talks to three couples who are partners in life and work

Franchising can be a great way to expand your business – but you have to know what you’re getting into.

April 2020 – Facing redundancy? Simon Lord discusses the pros and cons of buying a franchise

How can buying a franchise help you to achieve the goals you have for yourself and your family?

When you lose your job, is buying a business a good option? Simon Lord talks to four people who decided to invest in themselves.

April 2008 - With regulation in the air for franchising, is it time to regulate franchise consultants too?

Rodney Wayne is one of New Zealand’s pioneer franchisors. When he franchised his successful chain of hairdressing salons in the 1980s he was one of...

Meredith Taylor and Nathan Bonney outline what to expect from the moment you first contact a franchise and say, ‘I’m interested in your opportunity’

If you’re new to business, GST can be confusing. Philip Morrison of Franchise Accountants provides a guide

With interest rates dropping, agriculture doing well and tourism improving, disposable income is projected to increase, prompting more people to lo...

29 August 2013 - The Productivity Commission has just announced a review of regulatory regimes in New Zealand which could highlight differences wit...

What does buying a franchise really teach you? Simon Lord asked New Zealand’s best franchisees from the Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards of 201...

When you’re running a small business, sometimes it’s hard to find the time to plan ahead. One of the benefits of being a franchisee can be that you...

When you're buying or setting up a franchise, it's important to get accurate and useful advice. Stewart Germann offers some hints on choosing the r...