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Latest Franchise myths articles

Don’t be fooled by various franchise myths found online. With our expert analysis and perspectives, you gain insights and debunk myths while navigating the reality of franchising. Stay informed with the latest facts to make empowered decisions on your franchise journey.

Published at 08/04/2025

How to Evaluate a Franchise Network Before You Commit

Cleaning Business

Updated on 23/10/2024

Mythbusters: You Have No Room for Creativity

Updated on 22/10/2024

Mythbusters: Running a Franchise Will Automatically Make You Rich

Investment Tips

Updated on 04/06/2024

Mythbusters: You Have to Make a Huge Investment

Updated on 21/06/2023

Common Myths and Misconceptions About Franchise Fees and Royalties

Updated on 20/06/2023

Busting Business Franchise Myths

Owning a franchise is like running your own business, and it does come with its fair share of risks and rewards. Let's bust a few for you if you want to separate the truth from the franchise myths around running a franchise.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: Franchising Isn't a Legitimate Business Opportunity

In this article series, we look at some of the most common myths circulating in the franchising world. First up: you may have heard the myth that franchising isn’t a legitimate business opportunity.

Updated on 04/05/2022

The 8 Signs That a Franchise Opportunity Is Too Good To Be True

The franchising industry has never been stronger. There are currently a record number of franchises (48,600) that collectively contribute more than £17 billion and 710,000 jobs to the UK economy ().

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: You’re Guaranteed to Succeed

In the Mythbuster Series, we tackle the misconceptions surrounding starting a franchise and tell you what the reality really is. In this article, we’re going to talk about the idea that since a franchise is a template of an already-successful industry, it’s an easy win.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: You Can’t Be Autonomous

Our Mythbusters series focuses on clarifying any misconceptions you may have about starting a franchise. In this article, we focus on debunking the idea that franchisees do not have any independence. In fact, there are a lot more ways you can be autonomous than you might have realised.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: You Need to Be an Expert

The mythbuster series tackles any misconceptions people tend to have about starting a franchise. In this article, we’re going to debunk the belief that you need to be an expert in order to start up a franchise and discuss why that isn’t the case.

Award

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: There's No Such Thing as a Working Mum

When you become a mum, it can be difficult to envisage how you’ll keep your independence and carry on earning a living. But running your own business could be the answer.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: There Is No Innovation in Franchising

One of the most common misconceptions about franchising is that there’s no room for innovation. In this article, we debunk this myth and use real life examples to prove that there is in fact innovation in franchising.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Is There Really Such a Thing as a Turnkey Business?

You may have heard the word ‘turnkey’ used to describe their investment opportunity. But if you’re going to put your money into a new venture, you need to make sure you’ve got all the facts. We ask ‘what is a turnkey business?’ and find out how you can make an informed decision.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: As a Franchisee, You're Tied to Your Franchise for Life

Worried about being tied to your franchise for life if you invest? While it’s an excellent way to build a business that sees you through to retirement, franchising doesn’t have to mean forever.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: Franchising Is Only Relevant to the QSR Sector

Say the word ‘franchise’ and most people immediately think of the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector - brands like McDonald’s and Burger King. In our franchising mythbusters article series, we look at the common misconceptions of franchising.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Mythbusters: Starting a Franchise Is Ultimately the Franchisee's Decision

Running a franchise successfully takes work on both ends, from franchisee and franchisor. It’s a cumulative, combined effort. Starting a franchise is the same, though some fail to recognise the franchisor’s role in the early stages.