Franchising

Thinking about buying a franchise or franchising your own business? Our specialist franchise team can make all the difference. With our extensive experience, knowledge and connections you could be closer to owning a franchise business than you think.

• We can explain how franchises work – advantages and disadvantages and why they are so popular.
• We can help you evaluate potential franchise opportunities by providing you with a checklist of questions you need to ask to avoid some of the pitfalls.
• We can help if you are thinking about franchising an existing business and also connect you to other professionals (e.g. accountants and solicitors) with specialist franchise experience.
• We provide business banking services and finance solutions tailored for your franchise business
• We can assist with funding options that recognise the value of established franchise systems, which may reduce the initial capital required to buy a franchise.
• We can assist with tailored banking packages for established franchises with some special benefits.
• We can assist with working capital options such as an overdraft or revolving credit facility to help you meet the day to day cash needs of your franchise business.
• We can provide options for you to use your home or investment property as security for funding.
• We can provide working capital options such as an overdraft or revolving credit facility to help you meet the day to day cash needs of your franchise business.

Business information, tools and resources

Through our Business Resource Centre we offer an unmatched collection of franchising information, tools and resources to help our customers build their business knowledge, develop their business skills, and run their business better.

More Information

To find out more or to discuss your needs, talk to our specialist franchise team on 0800 251 858.