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REALLY COST?
Article
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...
It's All About You
Article
Glenice Riley suggests some smart things to think about when buying a franchise
Just Cuts
Opportunity
Be your own boss and get all the support you need. You don’t have to be a hairdresser to own a Just Cuts, just have a passion for people and the ab...
What to know about buying a food franchise
Article
Donna Ferrall reveals what new franchisees need to know about buying a food business to ensure you bite off only what you can chew
franchise consultant ‘left string of unhappy clients’
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March 2012 - A New Zealand Herald report says franchise consultant Campbell Spencer ‘has left a string of unhappy clients who say they spent thousa...
Home Sweet Home
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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...
Redundancy – time to be your own boss?
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April 2020 – Facing redundancy? Simon Lord discusses the pros and cons of buying a franchise
Advice for new residents in NZ (in 5 languages)
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Protect your own interests as you assess any franchise business opportunity. Translated versions of this article are available in Hindi, Traditiona...
Who is behind the business?
A guide to using the Companies Office website.
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Entering into business with someone you’ve only just met should involve careful research, says Sally Knight
Do franchisors care about franchisees?
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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)
Landmark Homes
Opportunity
Landmark Homes is recognised as an industry leader in top quality, new home design and construction. We are searching for highly driven and motivat...
Carpet Chemist
Opportunity
The Carpet Chemist has been a trusted name in carpet cleaning, stain and odour removal, and flood restoration for years. Now, we’re offering ambiti...
10 reasons why franchisees fail
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Jason Gehrke has seen some franchisees achieve spectacular success, while others have lost it all. What makes the difference?
What do franchise buyers want?
Article
A 2022 survey had some lessons for prospective franchisees as well as franchisors. Dr Callum Floyd and Adrienne Heard of Franchize Consultants and ...
SIX STEPS TO SUCCESS when buying a franchise
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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...
Mediation Panel Offers Dispute Resolution for Franchisees
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A Mediation Panel organised by the Franchise Association of New Zealand makes rapid resolution of disputes available to members and non-members alike
Who Can Legally Sell A Franchise?
Article
Do you need special qualifications to sell a franchise? Yes and no - Stewart Germann clarifies the laws about selling franchise opportunities
GST for beginners
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If you’re new to business, GST can be confusing. Philip Morrison of Franchise Accountants provides a guide
CARDS THAT KEEP ON GIVING
Advisor Profile
Tranxactor explains how to make gift cards an important part of a well-managed customer engagement strategy
Optimism is catching
Article
2 February 2009 - New research into franchisors' and franchisees' confidence levels in Australia shows the importance of confident leadership.
NBR opens regulation debate again
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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.
Gym brands come together in global first for Nelson
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13 January 2020 – Lift Brands is to integrate a 9Round franchise into a newly-modernised Snap Fitness gym in Nelson
Snap-on Tools
Opportunity
A unique opportunity to own your own business, built on a sound foundation of 105+ years of experience. Snap-on franchisees are independent busines...
Columbus Coffee
Opportunity
NZ’s premium café franchise. Highly recognised and trusted brand offering customers exceptional coffee and chef-prepared food. Supreme Franchisee o...
The Right Side of The Law
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December – 2022 Might some franchisors’ attempts to help their franchisees with financing, pricing or selling cause them to fall foul of some unexp...
What do franchise buyers really want?
Article
With lessons for buyers and sellers alike, the 2024 New Zealand Prospective Franchisee Research survey is the second in a series conducted by Franc...
BRIAN SALMON retail franchising pioneer dies
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We are sad to report that Brian Salmon, founder of The $2 Shop, died on 7 June 2011.
Falling unemployment a challenge for franchising?
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3 February 2016 - The unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest level since March 2009, Statistics New Zealand said today. The trend could pose so...
National Party suggests unemployed should access KiwiSaver funds to start up businesses
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29 July 2020 – A National Party plan to allow unemployed workers to access their KiwiSaver retirement fund to start a business has been criticised ...
Legislation: Help or Hindrance? - Your Comments
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September 2005 - Readers respond to the article in our latest issue on the possibility of franchise regulation with their comments, experiences and...
