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Bournemouth and its prospects for new Businesses

The Dorset area offers many interesting business opportunities. If you like the idea of running your own business, you should consider franchising. This would allow you to work for yourself while receiving the support of an established brand. Have a look on this page to discover the franchise options available to you in Bournemouth. Deciding which sector you'd like to work in will lead you to the brands that best suit your needs and business objectives.

The population of Dorset is made up of 396,000 residents. The majority of the population sits within the 60+ age range. The community has a 2.2% unemployment rate, which is significantly lower than the UK average of 4%. There are 202,000 economically active people in the area, representing 82.8% of the total population.

Franchising options in the Professional Services sector

Are you interested in the Professional Services sector? You're likely to find a franchise worth considering among 41 brands in the UK. The Professional Services sector is part of the B2B Services sector which offers a wide range of interesting options. These include 10 Marketing franchises, three Legal & Solicitor franchises, two Consulting franchises, 41 Business franchises and seven Training franchises. See if any catch your eye.

Take a look at three franchise business examples

If you are interested in starting a business in the Professional Services sector, Driver Hire could be an option for you. In business since 1983, Driver Hire has grown a devoted following since opening 37 years ago. There are 100 outlets open so far, and the network is expanding. Opening a Driver Hire franchise will require you to invest a minimum of ?40,000. At least ?32,000 of this should come from your own personal investment. It is thus less appropriate for new investors.

Bartercard UK is another interesting option. By joining its current 75 franchisees, you would be joining a growing brand network. You will need an initial investment of ?6,000 to start your own Bartercard UK business. Your personal investment should account for at least ?2,000 of the total amount. You may want to think about getting a loan to open a business in this sector. Given these low startup costs, this option could be suitable for first-time franchisees.

As a final example, check out Chrysalis Partners. By joining its 10 franchises already in operation, you could contribute to this company's expansion. Opening a Chrysalis Partners business requires a reasonable initial investment of ?34,950. If you intend to get a loan to cover the startup costs, Chrysalis Partners asks for a personal investment of at least ?20,000. For most franchises, this amount represents 30 to 50% of the total investment. Whether you're an established franchisee or a first-time investor, the low startup costs mean that this could be a good option for you. If you can't afford the startup costs on your own, you could see if you qualify for financial aid. See our website for details.

Eager to read more about business opportunities in the Professional Services sector? Explore our 41 available options. At Point Franchise, we have 236 franchising opportunities available, giving you plenty to choose from in other sectors too.