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Investing in Folkestone could be your next move

Would you like to run your own business? Folkestone, located in South East England, could be a good place to start. There are many brands currently recruiting franchisees in the Folkestone and Hythe area. Franchising gives you the opportunity to manage your own business while benefitting from the support of an established brand. If you already know which line of work you'd like to pursue, look into our franchise opportunities in that sector. If not, have a look and see what other options catch your eye. We have businesses to suit many different interests and career goals.

A recent census found that 113,000 people live in Folkestone and Hythe. The majority of residents are aged over 60 years old. Folkestone and Hythe has an average annual income of ?29,641, which is in line with the national average salary of close to ?31,000.

The Professional Services sector and its investment options

There are 41 brands currently looking for franchisees in the Professional Services sector. If this sector appeals to you, check them out. Could a starting business in the Professional Services sector, or in the B2B Services sector more widely, help you reach your career goals and aspirations? Take a look at the six Sign franchises, 38 Management franchises, five Graphic Design franchises, 41 Business franchises and seven Training franchises recruiting at this time.

Here are three examples of franchise businesses

If you're interested in the Professional Services sector, check out Driver Hire. By joining its current 100 franchisees, you would be joining a growing brand network. It has been running since 1983. Driver Hire is a recognized leader in the field, with 37 years of experience under its belt Opening a Driver Hire business requires an initial investment of ?40,000. At least ?32,000 should come from your own personal investment. Due to the higher startup costs, this option is not recommended for first-time franchisees.

Bartercard UK is an interesting franchising opportunity in the Professional Services sector. There are 75 locations open so far, and the network is expanding. This business requires an affordable initial investment of ?6,000. If you intend to get a loan to cover startup costs, you should anticipate adding a personal investment of 30 to 50% of the total investment as a general rule. The minimal personal investment to start a Bartercard UK business is ?2,000. Given these low startup costs, this option could be suitable for first-time franchisees. If eligible, you might be able to benefit from financial aid.

As a final Professional Services franchise option, have a look at CPA Online. By joining its 10 franchises already in operation, you could contribute to this company's expansion. You will need an initial investment of ?14,750 to start your own CPA Online business. Your personal investment should account for at least ?7,375 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 opportunity is suitable for both first-time investors and established franchisees. Financial support is available for eligible franchisees. See our website for details.

There are 41 franchises waiting to be discovered in the Professional Services sector. If you're still torn between different sectors, no problem! Point Franchise offers almost 250 franchising opportunities across a variety of sectors. Enjoy exploring your options.