Home Based Franchise opportunities to start in Bedford

Bedford could be home to your new business

If you want to start your own business, you may find that Bedford has a lot to offer. Many brands are currently looking for franchisees in the Bedford area. Keep reading to see if running a franchise could be a good option for you! Deciding which sector you'd like to work in will lead you to the businesses that best suit your needs and career goals.

There are an estimated 172,000 people in the Bedford area. When broken down by age group, the majority of the population sits within the 40-59 category. The labour force in Bedford amounts to 84,500 people, with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. This rate is lower than the national average. Salaries in Bedford average £30,715 a year, while in the UK the average salary is just over £30,500.

The Home Based business sector could be the right choice for you

Are you interested in running your own business in the Home Based business sector? Take a look at our 30 franchise opportunities available in this field.

Three franchises that might interest you

If working in the Home Based business sector appeals to you, have a look at Bartercard UK. By joining its network of 75 franchisees, you could contribute to this brand's success. A reasonable initial investment of £6,000 will enable you to open your own Bartercard UK franchise. In most cases, your personal investment should represent 30 to 50% of the total amount. Bartercard UK requires you to personally invest at least £2,000. You could potentially get a loan to cover the remaining costs. These low startup costs make this a good franchising option for first-time franchisees. If eligible, you might be entitled to financial aid.

Check out Brokerplan, another competitive Home Based franchise. Also, if you can't cover the startup costs alone, you may be able to benefit from financial assistance.

As a final example, take a look at Shuttercraft. Opening a Shuttercraft business requires an initial investment of £25,000. These low startup costs make this a good franchising option for first-time franchisees. By investing in this established brand, you could qualify for financial aid. See eligibility details on our website.

If working in the Home Based business sector appeals to you, check out our 30 available investment options in the sector. You will find a total of close to 250 franchise possibilities here on Point Franchise. So if you haven't settled on one sector yet, take your time and explore all the options.

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