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Oct/Nov 2008 Edition

Page 2: Prokill: Stepping stones to Prokill success!
Half the cost, double the opportunity!

Page 3: Caremark: Join the Growing Network of High Earning Franchisees
A very professional outfit in a challenging industry

Page 5: Caremark: One of the most exciting and profitable franchises
Caremark is very much a management franchise, supporting the franchise owner to grow a professional business delivering extremely high standards of care in the community.

Page 8: McDonald's Restaurants: “It’s the smartest move I ever made”
Meet Cos Costantinou. He’s been aMcDonald’s franchisee for over twenty years. He is also one of the first to sign up to an additional twenty year term which is part of our ongoing commitment to our franchisees.He already has four successful franchises in the Lewisham area of London and is still looking to expand his business. So what drew him to becoming one of our franchisees in the first place? We’ll let him tell you in his own words.

Page 10: Franchise Development Services (FDS): Franchise FAQ
Q. What are the characteristics of a franchise?

Page 11: FiltaCool: The Filta Group Launches New Service
Wasting no time reducing Waste

Page 13: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Clean up with PCC
EARN OVER £1000 A WEEK

Page 14: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Work hard, play harder. Drumming up business with PCC
Combining work, family and drumming for his band was proving a tall order for Fraser Goodwin, until he became a PCC franchisee

Page 16: Franchise Development Services (FDS): How to be a Master Salesman with a franchise
Some people view the act of selling with the same horror as public speaking, while others derive a thrill from converting cold enquiries into customers. If you’re looking to own your own franchised business you may be asking yourself if your sales skills are up to scratch, or even if you will need any

Page 19: Countrywide Lawn Doctor: Fall in love with a franchise this autumn
Countrywide Lawn Doctor was established in 2001 and has become one of the UK’s leading home based franchise networks.

Page 20: British Franchise Association (BFA): Franchisee of the Year Finalists announced
The finalists for this year’s British Franchise Association Franchisee of the Year Awards have been selected and the winners are announced on the 2nd October at a black tie gala dinner held at the International Convention Centre, Birmingham

Page 22: Smart ABC: The World’s Most Advanced Auto Paint Repair Franchise
We are proud to present a superb franchise opportunity with a realistic annual earning potential of 50k to 100k using the world’s most advanced Smart Repair System.

Page 24: Lloyds TSB Bank Plc: 10 Golden Rules of Franchise Finance
Raising the required funds to finance your franchise does not need to be a daunting process if you follow a few golden rules

Page 25: Lloyds TSB Bank Plc: Lloyds TSB can help your franchise business get going.
Expert support from the start.

Page 26: Rachel Elnaugh: When the Going gets Tough
Are you running your business or letting your business run you? Regular TFM columnist Rachel Elnaugh discusses how Personal Energy Management can lead the way to get more joy out of your business and your life

Page 28: Northwood Residential Lettings: UNIQUE INCOME GUARANTEED!
With the Credit Crunch fuelling a growing property lettings market, the Unique Northwood “Platinum” Guaranteed Rental Income Scheme is proving even more popular. Nick Cooper Franchise Director Reports:

Page 30: Platinum Property Partners: The Secret Millionaire
The income generated from her Platinum Property Partners franchise has enabled Caroline Marsh to take part in philanthropic endeavours, such as Channel 4’s recent series The Secret Millionaire

Page 31: Cleaning Doctor: Take This One Decision and You’ll Never Look Back
Become an Incredibly Successful Business owner

Page 32: Drain Doctor: “Even at £1 million I don’t like sitting back!”
Five years of hard work and following his franchisor’s proven system has netted David Spurrier a seven figure business and the ability to buy everything he dreamed of when he was working shifts for 14 years

Page 33: Drain Doctor: WHEN IT COMES TO OPPORTUNITY, THERE IS NO COMPETITION
EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES

Page 34: Domino's Pizza Group: “I am a success story of the Domino’s setup”
Paul Ashurst, Domino’s Pizza, Essex

Page 35: Travel Counsellors: Time to take the next step
You’ve thought about it, talked about it, dreamed about it.

Page 36: Platinum Property Partners: Where’s the money in property investment?
How can a high-profit property investing franchise give you immediate positive cash flow, long term wealth and a recession-proof income?

Page 37: HSBC Bank Plc: It's not always easy to tell which franchise is hot
At HSBC, we understand that buying a franchise can be a great way to start a business. It often comes with a proven format for success, the reassurance of a reputable name and invaluable training and support.

Page 44: Dream Doors: Choose a different journey and follow your dream!
You can achieve the freedom you’ve always dreamed of with a Dream Doors franchise. This established and proven opportunity in the home improvement sector is ideal for partners or husband and wife teams looking for a truly innovative and award winning retail opportunity.

Page 49: Certax Accounting: Get your financial future off to a flying start
More than 100 franchisees are already enjoying the freedom and benefits of running their own CerTax Accounting Practice

Page 53: Belvoir Lettings: Over 130 offices with a successful business formula!
Official Winners!

Page 54: London House (Services): Get Results as a Professional Investigator
A specialist in financial and commercial investigation, London House was established 13 years ago and now has a network covering 45 franchise territories in the UK. Franchisees provide a range of specialist services to blue chip clients such as Barclays Bank, HSBC Group and Scottish & Newcastle, including:

Page 57: Chemex International: Can you spot a good opportunity when you see one?
Forget any preconceptions about buying a job as a van driver – our franchisees provide consultancy, training and an exemplary service to all sectors of industry.

Page 59: The Merchant Tea & Coffee Co.: Mastermind the Franchise for an Entire UK Region.
A visionary brand already proven in Australia and configured for international expansion has opened its flagship store in St. Albans and is seeking ambitious entrepreneurs to establish a chain of its high concept tea and coffee cafes across 10 large territories in the UK

Page 62: Suttons: When speed is of the essence, can you keep up?
We are passionate about our work and to promote this we partner with those who share our ethos.

Page 64: LIPA 4:19: Bring performing arts to the masses
Turn your passion for the performing arts into a profitable business venture with Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts (LIPA 4:19)

Page 66: FastKlean: Build a substantial business in a thriving industry
With one of the longest average working weeks in the world, the UK’s 21st century lifestyle is minimising the amount of personal time we have available. The domestic cleaning industry has flourished as people seek to free their non-working time from household tasks and FastKlean is seeking to supply a high quality service to this burgeoning market nationwide

Page 68: Home Secure: Work with the best names in the business
Home Secure provides domestic consumers with a fully integrated supply, installation and maintenance service through a single trusted source, Home Secure.

Page 70: Shapeup & Go: Franchisees needed to help get British women in shape
With a lack of fitness facilities for the mature woman and the continued rise in the level of obesity, Shapeup & Go is taking proactive action to help combat Britain’s health problems by launching its women only fitness franchise opportunity

Page 71: Shapeup & Go: 30 Minutes is all it takes for a Shapeup and Go workout
How long will it take to work out if this is the franchise for you?

Page 72: Sliding Sash Solutions: The Solution to Success
Two Sliding Sash Solutions franchisees reveal how their finances and lifestyles have benefited since launching their businesses

Page 74: Business Doctors: Healthy profits for Business Doctors
Business Doctors has launched a franchise opportunity fit for bright business professionals. A high-profile, high-margins business, Business Doctors provides unmatched business advisory, mentorship and brokerage services designed to help companies achieve their vision

Page 75: Business Doctors: Can you be the next business doctor?
Are you:

Page 76: Daily Poppins: Growing in the Crunch
Daily Poppins’ domestic cleaning services are now viewed as a necessity by its growing customer base, who appreciate its franchisees’ strong commitment to customer service combined with the time-saving high quality service provided by its cleaning staff

Page 78: GreenThumb: Beat the Credit Crunch
With almost 200 franchisees operating nationwide offering a lawn service cheaper that DIY, GreenThumb is well-placed to weather economic downturns and its franchisees continue to achieve growth

Page 79: GreenThumb: The Best Decision We EVER Made
Britain’s Favourite Lawncare Franchise

Page 80: eTyres: “Online sales are booming!”
With low overheads and booming online sales generated for franchisees, etyres is offering a 21st century business concept for the tyre market

Page 82: Cash Generator: The Power of the Brand
A profitable first year of trading enabled franchisee Graeme Mulheron to finance his second store without help from the bank in less than 18 months. Six weeks after its launch, Graeme has already decided the location of his third store

Page 83: Cash Generator: Discover your real potential
Cash Generator is the most successful Buy & Sell Store group in the UK. Our business model provides multiple profit streams to maximise profitability and safety. Most of our franchisees believe this is our greatest strength, not least in the ability to offer services that are popular in all economic conditions.

Page 84: Swisher: Cleaning up with Swisher
There’s a reason why thousands of businesses trust Swisher to keep them clean and germ free - Swisher actually invented the hygiene services industry

Page 85: Swisher: Clean Up With Swisher
Over the past 10 years, Swisher has distinguished itself as one of the most unique franchise opportunities in the United Kingdom. It’s easy to see why: we’re the company that virtually invented the commercial hygiene services industry, and our business model has been proven remarkably successful around the world.

Page 86: Snack-In-The-Box: Recession-proof marketplace
Snack distribution franchise Snack-in-the-Box remains bouyant despite the credit crunch as employees continue to enjoy its Cadbury brand product range

Page 88: Molly Maid UK: Achieve your dreams with support from MOLLY MAID
After taking over an existing franchise in 2006, MOLLY MAID Franchise Owners Karen Egan and Wendy Campagno have almost doubled their capacity and are targeting a turnover of over £250,000

Page 89: Molly Maid UK: Why take a risk when you can choose MOLLY MAID?
You owe it to yourself to look at MOLLY MAID if you're thinking of a management franchise in the domestic cleaning market. We do everything possible to give you the reassurance and comfort you need and we make sure you're supported every step of the way - for the simple reason that your success is our success too. No one in the franchise sector gives you so many sound reasons to worry less. Just check the list below.

Page 90: Safeclean: Safer, quicker & more thorough
Safeclean is thriving in the economic downturn as customers look to clean existing furniture rather than buy new

Page 91: Safeclean: Why do customers keep coming back to Safeclean?
...because Safeclean provides services for every room.

Page 92: Kendlebell: I was looking for a new business opportunity
franchisee information

Page 94: 1Stop tele.com: The right call for A Successful future
Looking for a franchise with a difference?

Page 96: Dublcheck: Dublcheck franchisees enjoy guaranteed turnover*
Dublcheck franchisee Graham Hey has seen his franchise flourish since 2004 when he bought his £48,000 turnover package. Today, with Dublcheck’s guidance, he has grown the business to a £350,000 annual turnover

Page 98: Colourfence: A rewarding opportunity working outdoors
With homeowners turning to improving their existing properties as an alternative to moving, Colourfence franchisees are performing well as demand grows for their alternative fencing solutions

Page 99: CeX: Providing the building blocks for a great business
Delight Guaranteed

Page 100: CeX: Become a multiple unit owner with CeX
With a projected one million pound first year turnover and a long-term goal of becoming multiple CeX unit owners, franchisee Rafakat Ali and his wife Safeena are working all hours to ensure their business is a success

Page 102: Jani-King (GB): Discover how to own a successful business
Jani-King (GB) employs a nationwide team of sales professionals who generate new business for the Franchise network.

Page 106: Pentagon (UK): Secure your Financial Future
With a decade of experience in debt management, Pentagon offers a home or office based business that’s both financially and personally rewarding

Page 107: Pentagon (UK): £1.3 trillion recession-proof industry
£1.3 Trillion Recession Proof industry

Page 108: Hydro-Dynamix: A track record of profitability
As a Hydro-Dynamix franchisee Eric Lloyd has been able to take control of his future and his earning potential by delivering a range of cleaning services to a wide spectrum of clients

Page 110: Dinky Deli: Earn your share of this multi million pound market
With over 12 years of franchising experience the Dinky Deli group have brought together BRAMBLES a leading specialist in quality sandwiches and fresh food, along with hot pastries, confectionery and drinks, to create the UK’s premier nationally branded fresh food franchise opportunity... ”delivered daily to your workplace”.

Page 112: Platinum Property Partners: Property Market Slump?
Platinum Property Partners franchise partners are reporting flourishing business despite the weakening housing market, thanks to significant discounts at the time of purchase, extremely high monthly cashflow and 13 per cent plus Rental Yields! Finally 'Property is on Sale' say PPP

Page 114: Bluebird Care: “What a Great Year!”
In what has already proved to be an exceptional year for Bluebird Care, the company has maintained strong network growth, won awards and been featured on BBC television!

Page 115: Bluebird Care: Make a life-changing decision
Helping older people, adults and children with chronic illnesses, disabilities and other special needs. Enabling them to achieve the quality of life they deserve.

Page 116: Filta Group: “Working for myself is fantastic!”
With restaurants, hotels and the catering industry suffering a shortage of cooking oil and increased oil prices, FiltaFry’s service is providing a lifeline

Page 117: BioDepot: The UK’s 1st Green Courier Franchise
(Delivering quality fresh cooking oil and collecting waste for Bio Diesel)

Page 118: Cargocall: Offering global vision and broader horizons
Here at Cargocall we have a vision to become a global brand in the franchising of our distinctive business model. We’re looking for professionally minded people who want to be part of the exciting and lucrative Freight Forwarding market and share in our success.

Page 120: All Trades Networks: A Bright Future with All Trades Network
Helping people to make their homes habitable again after flooding and other disasters has proven personally rewarding for All Trades franchisee Paul Dennis in more ways than one

Page 121: All Trades Networks: When disaster strikes
lead the team that puts it right

Page 122: Energie Personal Fitness: Take a bold step to success
With interest in achieving a healthier and fitter lifestyle continuing unchecked, énergie Group has launched a personal fitness-focused franchise designed to create a serious business opportunity

Page 124: ChipsAway International: Changing Places
A move into self-employment has enabled Jamie Birks to transform his lifestyle and spend more time with his children, as well as build a “very rewarding” business

Page 125: ServiceMaster Clean: The Clean you expect, the Service you deserve
10 Reasons to Choose ServiceMaster Clean

Page 126: David Reid Homes: Build your own sustainable business
With land prices falling it is possibly the best time to build your own house. David Reid Homes franchisees are looking to capitalise upon this opportunity to develop their businesses in a niche sector of the property market

Page 128: Stenders: “The most exciting retail concept since The Body Shop!
A buzz of excitement is following the launch of a new UK franchise opportunity by Stenders. Combining the company’s own natural beauty product range with an original Latvia-themed store design, the retailer is seeking to establish a national network of high street outlets

Page 130: Autosheen: Autosheen proves perfect tonic
Autosheen has proven just what the doctor ordered for Michael Muncey, who has swapped the stress and high blood pressure of his job to valeting cars and being his own boss

Page 131: Autosheen: Existing customers on tap from Day 1!
You can make money from Day 1 with an Autosheen franchise. That's because we're fleet valeting specialists with a wide range of established National Account contracts - including six of the largest leasing companies in the UK - which means an incredible 1.2 million contracted vehicles in need of regular valeting by our franchisees.

Page 132: Meditech Clinics: A high margin business
With the first raft of franchisees already expanding their businesses, Meditech is seeking more business builders nationwide to get involved in an exciting opportunity providing a viable alternative to cosmetic surgery - without the risk, recovery period or scarring and at half the price

Page 134: Revive Juice Bars: Make a healthy investment with Revive Juice Bars
Revive Juice Bars has achieved steady growth throughout the UK capitalising on the increasing demand for healthy food that can be consumed on the go and is now looking for franchsees to expand the brand futher.

Page 136: Foot Solutions: Little competition, few employees and high margins...
A retail opportunity new to the UK is leading a revolution for poorly shod feet and simultaneously offering prospective franchisees a route into a neglected market

Page 138: Voucher Packs: Credit crunch aids franchisee success
Launching her business during the credit crunch has had a surprisingly positive impact on Avril Leeming’s first weeks of trading.

Page 139: Voucher Packs: A franchise that actually delivers
Generate £40-60k per annum from a business which is possibly the most successful leaflet distribution company in the UK...

Page 140: Hire A Hubby: Invest in a Scaleable Business in a UK Region
One of the most successful franchises in Australia has arrived in the UK. Hire A Hubby is seeking 8 further ambitious entrepreneurs to spearhead its successful professional handyman concept in large UK regions.

Page 142: Sonic Golf: The golf franchise
There are almost 3,000 golf clubs in the UK and Ireland and Sonic Golf has signed deals with the largest clubs in the UK. The company is looking for franchisees across Britain to aid its nationwide expansion

Page 144: Revive!: “You feel part of a big family”
Revive! franchisees prosper despite the credit crunch Revive! Auto Innovations franchisees have not been affected by the credit crunch as people turn to the SMART (small to medium area repair technique) franchise to make their old cars look as good as new

Page 145: Revive!: Unrivalled Territories
Unrivalled Support

Page 146: Franchise Development Services (FDS): Charting a Course for Success
After almost three decades of providing franchise consultancy to the great and the good of UK franchising, Franchise Development Services sees more potential for growth in the sector than ever

Page 147: Franchise Development Services (FDS): CASE STUDY-Gareth Lippiatt, Managing Director, Sports X
“The decision to franchise my business was not an easy one! I knew that I had developed a successful concept and business model that could be replicated across the UK, but developing a much larger network seemed a daunting and complex process. My research into franchising Sports Xtra lead me to assess several franchise consultants offering various packages and associated costs. However, of all the companies that I spoke to, by far the most impressive and knowledgable for me were FDS.

Page 149: Franchise Development Services (FDS): Franchise Discovery Days
A must attend event for both perspective franchise owners and franchisors

Page 150: Franchise Success TV: FranchiseSuccess.tv
The official broadband TV channel of the bfa

Page 152: FDS Northern: Recession…what recession?
As the economy slides into a downturn, why are some franchises still set to prosper? And is now a good time to get into your own franchised business?

Page 153: FDS Northern: Expand your business Through Franchising
If you’re based in the North of England or Scotland and looking to franchise your business, contact FDS Northern to find out how we can help you achieve success.

Page 154: Franchise Development Services (FDS): Discover FranMapping
Discover how to Increase the Potential of your Franchise Business

Page 156: FDS Southern: 5 Benefits of Franchising your Business
For franchisees the benefits of franchising are obvious - an established brand and concept, ongoing support, etc. But what does the franchisor get out of it?

Page 157: FDS Southern: Expand your business Through Franchising
FDS (Southern) have provided consultancy services to many companies in the expansion of their business through franchising. Examples of these brands include:

Page 158: FDS Midlands: Kick-Start your Franchise...
CONSIDERING FRANCHISING?

Page 160: FDS South East: Is your business ripe for franchising?
With interest in expansion via franchising growing, is your business suitable for successful franchise development?

Page 161: FDS South East: The complete franchising service
FDS South East is a consultancy dedicated to serving the needs of the franchise community across Surrey, Sussex and Kent. The team consists of Malcolm Porter, Paul Hague and Nick Williams who have many years of franchise experience. We can help with everything from an initial evaluation on the feasibility of franchising your business to providing the complete infrastructure requirements, then helping you recruit top quality franchisees.

Page 164: Irish Franchise Exhibition: Discover a wealth of opportunities at Ireland's expo
With a superb range of leading franchise opportunities from Ireland, the UK and overseas, The Irish Franchise Exhibition is the must attend event for those looking to buy a franchise

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