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Buying a franchise: check the compulsory purchasing terms
A franchise network’s purchasing requirements affect margins and supply reliability. Check purchasing channels, price changes and alternatives before signing.
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Buying a franchise: agree service levels for ongoing support
What does franchise support mean after opening? Agree the scope, availability and cost of services before buying a franchise.
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Buying a franchise: check how the ongoing fee is calculated
The franchise fee percentage alone does not tell you the cost. Check the calculation basis, minimum fees and adjustments before signing a franchise agreement.
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Buying a franchise: make sure you have the right to use the trade mark
The franchise network’s name is part of the value you are buying. Before signing, check who owns the trade mark and on what terms your business can use it.
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Buying a franchise: limit your liability for concept changes
A network-wide update may mean further investment for franchisees. Before buying, establish who decides on changes, who pays and who sets the timetable.
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Non-compete clauses in franchise agreements: set the right limits
A non-compete clause should protect your concept, not unnecessarily restrict business activity. Here is how to prepare a well-founded clause before expanding your franchise network.
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Transferring a franchise agreement: prepare for a change of franchisee
Agree the terms for a change of franchisee before your network grows. A clear transfer process protects the outgoing franchisee, the buyer and the wider franchise network.
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Choosing franchisees: build an assessment framework
Use consistent criteria to choose your first franchisees. Here is how to distinguish skills that can be taught from essential requirements for working together.
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Parties to a franchise agreement: check who is signing
Who is your franchise agreement with? Verify the franchisee’s business details, authority to sign and liabilities before signing.
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Your franchise network’s trade mark: protect the name before you grow
Confirm trade mark ownership, the scope of protection and the terms of use before allowing franchisees to use your business name.
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Franchise pilot: test whether your concept can be replicated
A successful company-owned outlet does not yet prove that a concept can be replicated. Here is how to build a pilot that lays the foundations for a growing franchise network.
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13 of Charmia’s 14 stores operate as franchises
Charmia’s Finnish network comprises 13 franchised stores and one company-owned store. Local warehouses are central to its operating model.
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Ärrä plans 40–60 new stores for 2027
Reitan Convenience Finland plans 40–60 new ärrä stores for 2027. Its year-end opening schedule focuses on transport hubs and urban service locations.
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Eezy’s network sales grew, but EBITDA fell
Eezy’s network-wide turnover rose to €65.5 million in July–September. Growth from a franchisee-led project changed the sales mix.
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