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Investing in Bristol could be your next move

Bristol, located in South West England, has many opportunities for people looking to open their own business. There are many brands currently recruiting franchisees in the Bristol area. This could mean working for yourself while benefiting from the comprehensive support of an established brand. With your interests and career goals in mind, have a look at our selection of franchising opportunities.

The population of Bristol is 463,000. Residents aged 20 to 39 years old make up the prevalent age range within the population. The labour force constitutes 80.3% of the population, or approximately 256,700 people. The area has an unemployment rate of 4.6% which is slightly higher than the national average of 4%. The average gross income in the UK is ?30,629. Residents of Bristol earn ?29,472 a year on average.

What the Retail industry could offer you

There are 61 brands offering franchise options in the Retail industry. There are currently three Toy Store franchises, three E Cigarette franchises, four Printing franchises, two Greeting Card franchises and two Cosmetic franchises recruiting franchisees. Have a browse to find out whether any fit your career goals and aspirations.

Eager to know more? Here are three franchise business examples

If you're interested in the Retail industry, check out The Original Poster Company. This brand is expanding, counting 70 outlets across the UK. It has been running since 1991. The company now has 29 years of experience, making it a leader in the field.

Another option to consider is Signorini TARTUFI. By joining its network of 31 franchisees, you could play a part in this brand's success. A significant initial investment of ?90,000 will enable you to open your own Signorini TARTUFI business. In most cases, your personal investment should represent 30 to 50% of the total amount. Signorini TARTUFI requires you to personally invest at least ?30,000. You could potentially apply for a loan to cover the remaining costs. Given these higher startup costs, this opportunity is less suitable for first-time franchisees. A small premises will also be required to operate this business. If you can't afford the startup costs on your own, you may qualify for financial aid. See our website for more information.

As a final example, have a look at Cash Generator. In business since 1997, Cash Generator has proved itself to be a successful business and leader in the sector in its 23 years since opening. By joining its network of 700 franchisees, you would become a part of a strong business community. A total of ?240,000, a substantial initial investment, is required to open a Cash Generator franchise. You might want to consider getting a loan to cover the startup costs, in which case at least ?80,000 of the total investment should come from your personal funds. Due to the higher startup costs, this option is not recommended for first-time franchisees.

If you would like to learn more about franchise opportunities in the Retail industry, have a look through our 61 available options. With almost 250 new business investment opportunities to choose from across a variety of sectors, you have a good chance of finding a brand that meets your needs on Point Franchise.