Business Franchise opportunities to start in Swindon
What to know before opening a business in Swindon
If you want to start a business in Swindon, working for yourself but not on your own, then check out our franchising options in the South West. On this page, you will find a variety of brands to choose from for becoming a franchisee in the Cheltenham area and across the United Kingdom. Exploring our range of companies and sectors will allow you to pinpoint the type of business that is right for you.
There are 117,000 people in the Cheltenham region. The most represented age group is 20-39 years old. In terms of employment, the area has an economically active population of 64,100 people (87.6%), of which the unemployment rate is 3.8%. This figure is in line with the average unemployment rate across the country. The gross annual salary in Cheltenham amounts to £36,162, which is significantly higher than the national average of just over £30,500.
Why choose to operate in the Professional Services sector?
If you want to run your own business in the Professional Services sector, the good news is that there are 41 franchises currently recruiting new franchisees across the country. Bear in mind that the potential for exciting business ventures in the B2B Services sector is not limited to the Professional Services sector. Other available investment opportunities include three Legal & Solicitor franchises, two Business Coaching franchises, 27 B2B franchises, six Recruitment franchises and 41 Business franchises. See if there's one to suit your business goals.
Three franchises that might interest you
If you plan to invest in a Professional Services business, you could consider CPA Online. By joining its network of 10 franchisees, you could play a part in this brand's success. You will need to invest £14,750 to start your own CPA Online business. At least £7,375 of this reasonable amount should come from your own personal investment. Given these low startup costs, this opportunity is suitable for both first-time investors and established franchisees. You will have all the guidance you need to manage your business thanks to the training and support provided by CPA Online.
The Professional Services sector has many brands worth considering. Check out Driver Hire. First established in 1983, the brand has built strong customer loyalty over the past 37 years. By joining its 100 franchises already in operation, you could contribute to this brand's expansion. A total of £40,000 is required to start a Driver Hire franchise. You might want to consider getting a loan to cover the startup costs, in which case at least £32,000 of the total investment should come from your personal funds. Given these higher startup costs, this opportunity is less suitable for first-time franchisees. By investing in this established brand, you can benefit from access to expert training and support and could even qualify for financial aid.
Lastly, Bartercard UK is another competitive brand operating in the Professional Services sector. This business opportunity requires a reasonable initial investment of £6,000. You could get a loan to help cover startup costs, in which case your personal investment will generally need to cover 30 to 50% of the total investment. Bartercard UK requires a minimum personal investment of £2,000. Whether you're an established franchisee or a first-time investor, the low startup costs mean that this could be a good option for you. Also, if you can't cover the startup costs alone, you may be entitled to financial assistance. See our website for details.
Opening a business in the Professional Services sector has great potential. If you're interested, have a look at our 41 available options. If this sector doesn't suit your needs, don't worry. Point Franchise offers almost 250 franchise options across a range of sectors to help you find your perfect investment opportunity.
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