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Professional advisors are sometimes criticised by franchisors for not really understanding franchising. In this article from our archives, here's h...

Could your business be the next McDonald’s or Fastway Couriers? Win Robinson describes what you need to do to turn your opportunity into action

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

Is it your dream to run your own business with your partner or a family member? Buying a franchise can make it come true. Greg Nathan provides some...

Colin Taylor explains why sharing information is vital for keeping franchisees motivated

Attracting potential franchisees means a franchisor needs to present their opportunity in the best possible light. That means showing them what it ...

Lorraine Lord and Philip Morrison look behind the figures to evaluate the true cost of buying a franchise and suggest ways to set up your new busin...

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

Donna Ferrall reveals what new franchisees need to know about buying a food business to ensure you bite off only what you can chew

March 2012 - A New Zealand Herald report says franchise consultant Campbell Spencer ‘has left a string of unhappy clients who say they spent thousa...

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...

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

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

Entering into business with someone you’ve only just met should involve careful research, says Sally Knight

They can’t afford not to – whatever some people might think, says Simon Lord, in this popular article from our archives (first published in 2015)

Jason Gehrke has seen some franchisees achieve spectacular success, while others have lost it all. What makes the difference?

A 2022 survey had some lessons for prospective franchisees as well as franchisors. Dr Callum Floyd and Adrienne Heard of Franchize Consultants and ...

With hundreds of franchise opportunities to choose from, how do you choose one that's going to perform for you? Here's our step-by-step guide to st...

Franchise buyers are faced with more choice than ever these days, so how do you choose one that will work for you? Glenice Riley helps you narrow d...

A Mediation Panel organised by the Franchise Association of New Zealand makes rapid resolution of disputes available to members and non-members alike

Do you need special qualifications to sell a franchise? Yes and no - Stewart Germann clarifies the laws about selling franchise opportunities

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

2 February 2009 - New research into franchisors' and franchisees' confidence levels in Australia shows the importance of confident leadership.

A recent series of articles in the National Business Review has once again raised the topic of possible regulation in New Zealand’s franchise sector.

13 January 2020 – Lift Brands is to integrate a 9Round franchise into a newly-modernised Snap Fitness gym in Nelson

December – 2022 Might some franchisors’ attempts to help their franchisees with financing, pricing or selling cause them to fall foul of some unexp...