Home Care Franchise opportunities to start in Ferndown
What to know before starting a franchise in Ferndown
Ferndown, located in South West England, has many opportunities for people looking to open their own business. There are many brands currently recruiting franchisees in the Dorset area. This could mean working for yourself while receiving the comprehensive support of an established brand. Check out our various franchising options to find the sectors and brands that most appeal to you.
A recent census found that 376,000 people live in Dorset. When broken down by age group, the 60+ age range is the most prevalent in the population. Unemployment in the area (2.6%) is very low compared to the UK as a whole (4%). The labour force represents 77.8% of the local population, or 157,200 people. The average gross income in the UK is close to £31,000. Residents of Dorset earn £27,043 a year on average.
Home Care services: An interesting opportunity for franchisees
There are nine brands currently looking for franchisees in Home Care services. If this sector appeals to you, check them out. The Personal & Home Care Services sector offers a range of options in addition to those in Home Care services. These include 12 Tutoring franchises, five Drainage franchises, three Funeral franchises, 14 Kids & Childrens franchises and two Electrical franchises. Take a look at the brands available to see which could be your perfect match.
Three franchise business examples worth looking at
Right at Home is a competitive business operating in Home Care services. You will need to invest £120,000 to begin operating your own Right at Home business, which is a substantial initial investment. Your personal investment should account for at least £40,000 of the total amount. Due to the higher startup costs, this option is not recommended for first-time franchisees. Right at Home also provides training and support to help you run your business successfully.
Have a look at Heritage Healthcare, another interesting Home Care franchise that launched in 2013. Opening a Heritage Healthcare franchise will require you to invest a minimum of £95,994. At least £35,994 of this should come from your own personal investment. Due to the higher startup costs, this option is not advisable for first-time franchisees. Training and assistance provided by Heritage Healthcare will help you lead your business in the right direction.
Lastly, another option to consider is Kare Plus, a brand that was first established in 1989. The brand has grown a loyal following over the past 31 years. There are 70 outlets open so far, and the network is expanding. To start your business, you will need an initial investment of £75,000. If you plan on getting a loan to cover the costs of opening a franchise, a personal investment of 30 to 50% of the total amount will usually be required. For Kare Plus, the minimum personal investment is £25,000. These low startup costs make it a good option to pursue for first-time franchisees. This investment entitles you to training, assistance and support from Kare Plus.
If you want to work in Home Care services, the perfect investment opportunity could be waiting for you among our nine available franchises in the sector. Point Franchise has 238 franchising opportunities across a wide variety of sectors. So if this sector isn't for you, there are still lots of investment options to explore.
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