We are franchise accountants helping you make an informed buying decision. Are you starting in business and looking at buying a franchise? We are accountants who can help you. Let us assist you to navigate buying, operating, and selling your franchise business. Or, if you operate a business as a franchisor, we can help you with the accounting of your business and structure moving forward.
People buy into a franchise for many reasons. It’s a proven way to run a business in most cases. A franchise system offers you support, and their experience and training which helps negate your business risk. In addition, many businesses cannot acquire stock and supplies at bulk rates so being part of a franchise group enables better buying power and profit.
A franchise invariably has a system and a well-recognised name. The business method however needs to be abided by. The downsize to all buying into a franchise is the formula is often non-negotiable, Franchise fees can represent between 2.5 to 10% of turnover. The other restricting factor is you may also be limited to a territory area.
Like every business opportunity, the franchise concept has its Pros & Cons. Over the years, however, many of our clients have done well in business by buying into a franchise. As franchise accountants, we understand the traps that some franchisees may find themselves in.
Many franchises are available, but some famous ones include MC Donalds, Jims, and other retail groups. Some require significant capital outlays to establish and long hours. Whatever you are looking to jump in to do your homework and understand not only the opportunities but the risk and your obligations. Dont think it is the answer to buying yourself a job.
There is a lot of support and information to digest when considering your investment decision. We refer you to the ACCC, which has released a great guide to get you started
https://www.accc.gov.au/business/industry-codes
Our franchise accounting service can help you evaluate your franchise purchase. We have assisted many clients in the evaluation and ongoing accounting services for your franchise business. When it comes to franchise businesses, we are accountants that can help you!
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