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A PLANNED RESALES STRATEGY - THE LAST STEP OF THE WAY
by Derrick Simpson
As more franchise systems reach maturity, franchisors need to give more thought to crowning their services with an effective resales strategy for franchisees planning to sell their business. Derrick Simpson, of Franchise Resales, explains how this can be easily achieved.

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Franchise Resales provide a total 'end to end' service to franchisees who are considering selling their businesses which has been described as “Possibly the most efficient Resales Process available in UK franchising.”

To find out more call: Derrick Simpson on 01562 881023,
direct on 07802 567597 or e-mail derricks@franchiseresales.co.uk

Ceramic Experience, Cheshire (The)
Trading since April 2007, this branch of The Ceramic Experience, is situated in a prime location, near the busy A54, in an affluent area of Cheshire. It is an ideal business opportunity to those seeking a lifestyle choice that can involve the whole family. It is essentially a management opportunity but would suit a purchaser who has an empathy with the creative arts and able to network within the local community. Its principal aim is to provide its customers with a fun filled opportunity, to participate and enjoy the art of paint-your-own-pottery and other artistic activities, which include the creation of a whole range of baby mementos, such as 3D casting of treasured baby footprints into clay. The range of activities also extends into Adult Art classes and corporate events.

The current premises, which has a nine year lease remaining, incorporates a cafe, popular for socialising, and a soft play centre with a free ball pool, comfortable seating and has the added advantage of its own free parking space. There are also plans to incorporate a 1,000 square foot Craft Central concession department, which is soon to be opened.

The business, currently run by five members of staff (full and part time) and is owned and operated by the franchisor who now wishes to free up more time to concentrate on the development of the brand and support to franchisees. For this reason this very exciting opportunity is being offered for sale at the same price as a new start-up franchise and includes all fixtures and fittings, equipment, all stock and furniture.

The asking price for this franchise is £99,000.
 

Ceramic Experience, Edinburgh (The)
This branch of The Ceramic Experience was opened in 2004 and is situated in one of Scotland major cities. Its popular location with its number of tourist attractions draws an ever growing footfall of visitors and this particular branch of The Ceramic Experience has become a focus for activity in the area by playing host to numerous team building events for local organisations and businesses, which provides a major growth area.

Currently staffed by experienced personnel, both full and part time, and with a motto of "fun is our business", this franchise excels in both those running it and for those visiting. The warm and welcome interior and fantastic soft play area and cafe, ensures customers return time after time. However, with unlimited ambition and enthusiasm, the new purchaser will still have vast opportunity to tap into the local marketplace and community to further develop the business.

The asking price for this franchise is £110,000 and includes all equipment, fixtures and fittings currently in the premises. This includes: Soft play centre, two kilns, coffee machine, display, all stock and all furniture - non of which is leased or on hire purchase.

Fastsigns, Crawley
The Gatwick Diamond, as the marketplace is termed, is one of the fastest growing areas in the South East with businesses both large and small operating within the immediate vicinity of this Fastsigns business which is now being made available for sale due to the impending retirement of the current owners. Established since 1995, the business has grown consistently and is well known in the local business community for its outstanding customer service and quality of delivery. Serviced by a strong team of skilled production staff and an added advantage of having moved to the current high visability new location in 2005, the business has more space than previously and therefore an ability to put through more production volume. With continuation of the current level of marketing activity, the successful purchaser has the potential to further grow the business.

Subject to the approval of the franchisor, a full prospectus can be made available for this business and has an asking price of of £145,000 plus stock at valuation.

Myhome, Farnborough
This exciting Myhome opportunity in Farnborough, is now being offered for sale by its current owner, who is planning to emigrate to Austarlia. The territory consists of Farnborough, Aldershot, Ash and Ash Vale, Fleet, Church Crookham, Farnham, Tilford and Bentley which are the brands prime target market. This means that there is plenty of scope for the purchaser to expand the business.

The service is delivered through six fully trained members of staff who operate three vehicles, so this is a true management opportunity, where the franchisee is not required to become involved in the service delivery. As with most Myhome franchises, Myhome Farnborough operates from a home base which means the successful purchaser has the ability to move the trading base to their own home or take on serviced premises as the business expands. Since inception in 2005, the business has grown from zero to 77 customers who are serviced weekly, fortnightly or on a four weekly basis. This is supplemented by regular one off Spring Cleans, Tenancy Cleans and Post Builders cleans. Given the scope available in the territory there is an excellent opportunity to grow this business to the 260 customers and 10 vehicles that Myhome businesses can potentially grow into. At a very modest asking price of £55,000, this business also includes stock, and a full prospectus of sale together with suporting accounts and projections is available.

Myhome, Wiltshire
A Myhome opportunity has arisen in Wiltshire which operates in a large territory and covers the majority of the county where 59% of the population are the prime Cash Rich Time Poor ABC1 target market.

Myhome Wiltshire was established in May 2007 and the business has grown in just 12 months from nothing to 80 loyal and regular customers currently generating a monthly income of over £10,000. The income has grown on average by over 10% per month since November 2007 giving any new franchisee great confidence for the future. Currently operating from Chippenham the business can be easily relocated within the Wiltshire territory so is ideal for a purchaser seeking a lifestyle operation.

Wiltshire is a vast county and because this sale was unexpectedly forced upon the owner there is much opportunity unexplored within Chippenham its self and also in the many surrounding towns and villages. This makes Myhome Wiltshire an ideal opportunity to acquire an existing business in one of the fastest growing franchise groups in the UK.

The business has 6 trained staff operating out of three liveried and fully equipped vehicles. As with most Myhome businesses Myhome Wiltshire is run from the current owners home so can be relocated with ease. Some Myhome Franchisees have opted for serviced offices as their business grows so this again would also be an option for a purchaser.

The current owner would like to explore new career opportunities that have been made available since starting Myhome and necessitate this early sale.

Asking Price £60,000 to include stock.

A full prospectus of sale, together with supporting accounts is available to any interested parties upon application.

Rainbow, Watford, North West London
Due to the owners plans to relocate abroad in the near future, this highly successful Rainbow International Business is reluctantly being offered for sale. Now in it's third year of trading since it started in 2004, it employs two members of staff, excluding the owners. The current owners primarily concern themselves with the management of the business with minimal hands on involvement, on a day to day basis. The business operates from established premises and is fully equipped with all necessary vehicles, equipment and stock.

The current owners have been very proactive and aggressive in their marketing strategies targeting local companies, large industrial operations and the domestic market, bringing in a steady stream of orders from these sectors and the quality of workmanship has resulted in continuing repeat orders. There is however, still significant potential for further growth and development.

A full prospectus of sale with business details and accounts are available upon application.

Asking price £130,000 plus stock at valuation and work in process.

Snappy Snaps, Bloomsbury, Central London
The potential within the digital imaging market has never before been as exciting or more lucrative than it is now and Snappy Snaps has an unrivalled reputation for products and services with its continuing leadership on the High Street.

This Central London business has been trading successfully with its current owners since 1998 and continues to be profitable. The current premises, featuring two retail display frontages occupies a prime corner position. Its location, near the booming Kings Cross/St Pancras area is currently undergoing major redevelopment, and new rail links will bring millions more people to the whole area. In anticipation of this boom, the area, which promises to be a vibrant hub for business and the University, is already attracting serious investment into existing businesses and property.

The Snappy Snaps business operates six days a week, with three members of staff, and offers the whole range of Photographic and Digital Services as well as having related merchandise for sale. These services and products are also available on-line, through their own website, extending their marketplace worldwide. The retail aspect of the business in particular, is not developed to its full potential and offers a huge growth area to prospective buyers in this bustling area. There is an exciting opportunity here to optimise this potential with the use of the proven marketing programmes and support systems that Snappy Snaps offer their franchisees. The advent of the new business growth in the area also brings with it the opportunity to develop commercial services and even, for the right purchaser the potential of Studio work.

Asking price £95,000. The business is being offered at this highly competitive and attractive price to attract a swift sale. This is due to changes in the personal circumstances of the owners.

Ventrolla, East Anglia
Due to retirement, this franchise business is being offered for sale by its current owners, and provides a specialist niche service in the repair and renovation of buildings, to architects, property developers and homeowners throughout East Anglia. The service is delivered through 10 fully trained, full time staff, so is a true management opportunity where the franchisee is not required to become involved in the service delivery.

The current owners have developed a very strong relationship with the major players in the area and built an enviable reputation over their 18 years of ownership. However, there is still considerable potential to increase and develop the current turnover, details of which are available to potential buyers.

The small business unit, which holds all stock and provides a base from which the eight technicians, sales manager and office administrator operate, is based to the south of this region, but can be relocated as required.

Asking price £160,000 plus stock at valuation.

A full prospectus of sale, together with supporting accounts is available.

Ripples, located in West Sussex, was opened in 2001 and is currently owned by a husband and wife team, who are now approaching retirement.

The business is operated from a stunning showroom, which is sited just off the main city centre. It is fitted and maintained to a very high standard and measures approximately 1800sq ft in size with over 20 displays of many of the leading brands in sanitary ware. Also included off the main showroom area, is an office, kitchen, toilet and small storage area.

The business employs two bathroom designers and a delivery driver and has gone from strength to strength in its financial performance over the last 5 years.

A full prospectus of sale with supporting accounts can be made available to any serious enquiries and is being offered for sale at a very competitive price of £120,000 plus stock and work in progress.

If you would like further information on any of the resales listed, please selected the franchise and complete and send the form below.

Ceramic Experience, Cheshire

Ceramic Experience, Edinburgh

Fastsigns, Crawley

Myhome, Farnborough

Myhome, Wiltshire

Rainbow, Watford, North West London

Snappy Snaps, Bloomsbury, Central London

Ventrolla, East Anglia

Ripples, West Sussex

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