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Investing in Atherton could be your next move

Atherton, located in the North West of England, currently offers many franchising opportunities. As a franchisee, you could run your own business while receiving expert training and support from an established brand. Keep reading to explore the options in the Wigan area. Have a look at our various franchising opportunities to find the sectors and brands that most appeal to you.

The Wigan area has a population of 326,000 people. The population's most prevalent age group is made up of 40-59 year olds. The local labour force consists of 161,600 people, or 79.5% of the total population. With an unemployment rate of 2.9%, recent data shows that employment in this area is significantly lower than in the rest of the UK. In the United Kingdom, the average gross income is close to ?31,000; in the Wigan area, it is ?26,009.

Could the Professional Services sector be the right choice for you?

If you wish to operate a Professional Services franchise, you are likely to find one that appeals to you among 41 available across the United Kingdom. The Professional Services sector is part of the B2B Services sector which offers a wide range of interesting options. These include two Consulting franchises, six Recruitment franchises, 38 Management franchises, six Sign franchises and 27 B2B franchises. See if any catch your eye.

Three franchise business examples worth looking at

If the Professional Services sector is your area of interest, Bartercard UK is worth considering. There are 75 offices open so far, and the network is expanding. You will need to invest ?6,000 to begin operating your own Bartercard UK business, which is a reasonable initial investment. Your personal investment should account for at least ?2,000 of the total amount. These low startup costs make this a good franchising option for first-time franchisees. You may be eligible for financial assistance.

Another option worth considering is Driver Hire, a company that was first established in 1983. Driver Hire has acquired substantial customer loyalty over its 37 years in business. By joining its 100 franchises already in operation, you could contribute to this brand's expansion. An initial investment of ?40,000 will enable you to open your own Driver Hire business. In most cases, your personal investment should represent 30 to 50% of the total amount. Driver Hire requires you to personally invest at least ?32,000. You could potentially get a loan to cover the remaining costs. Given these higher startup costs, this is an opportunity best suited for most established franchisees with greater access to financial resources. If you are unsure about starting your own business, taking on an established franchise could be the answer. Driver Hire provides full training and support, ensuring that its franchisees are well-equipped to succeed. Also, if you can't afford the startup costs on your own, you may qualify for financial support. See our website for more information.

CPA Online is another interesting investment opportunity in the Professional Services sector. This brand is expanding, counting 10 outlets in the United Kingdom. Starting a CPA Online business requires a reasonable initial investment of ?14,750. If you plan on getting a loan to cover the startup costs, CPA Online asks for a personal investment of at least ?7,375. For most franchises, this amount represents 30 to 50% of the total investment. These low startup costs make it a good option to pursue for first-time franchisees. The training and assistance provided by CPA Online give you the tools to manage your own business efficiently.

Many businesses are already operating in the Professional Services sector. We currently have 41 franchise options available in the sector. Point Franchise has 238 franchising opportunities across a wide variety of sectors. So if this sector isn't for you, there are still lots of investment options to explore.