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What your royalty is actually costing you each month

A 6% royalty on a £600,000 turnover unit costs £36,000 a year - whether you had a good month or a terrible one. Here's how to run the numbers properly before you sign anything, including the marketing levy, mandatory purchasing, and how to stress-test the model.

How to Evaluate Franchisor Support Before You Sign

Every franchisor describes their support in broadly positive terms. Here are the specific questions that cut through the sales pitch and reveal what franchisees actually experience.

What UK Franchisors Are Not Required to Tell You

The UK has no mandatory franchise disclosure law. What a franchisor shares before you sign depends entirely on them - here's what to ask for, and how to find out what you need to know anyway.

Why Most Franchisees Underestimate Their First Year

The first twelve months are harder than the brochure suggests - not because of the operational processes, but the softer challenges nobody warns you about. Here's how to prepare differently.

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