EDITOR’S COLUMN
“ Business loans are becoming cheaper and more readily accessible”
EDITORIAL & PUBLISHING EDITOR
Annie Blinkhorn
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We’re in the money
high-street spending is extremely encour- aging for two reasons; one, it is a sure sign that – contrary to what many spouses may claim – shopping benefi ts everyone and we must all, therefore, strive to shop more often (or at least that’s what I keep telling myself). Two, this data means that the retail sector is being driven forward and this good news about the growth in sales denotes a very healthy industry, one in which the high-street franchise brands are thriving. To read up on how a number of franchisees made their fortunes with a retail outfi t, turn to page 34. There are also other reasons to celebrate –
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the banks are lending. The Bank of England recently announced that business loans were becoming cheaper and more readily
ast year saw a glimmer of economic recovery for the UK when the Offi ce for National Statistics reported a fi ve-year high in retail sales. This strong
accessible. The credit availability for the UK corporate sector increased signifi cantly in the fourth quarter of 2013 and this rise looks set to continue for the fi rst quarter of 2014, which is great news for anyone considering investing in a franchise. When it comes to funding, as well as legal and other practical matters, you will fi nd the best expert advice in these pages, plus real-life franchisee stories and all the information you need to take your journey into franchising forward – today! On top of all that, there’s an extensive
preview of the upcoming National Franchise Exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham, held on 14 and 15 February. We’ll see you there!
Annie Blinkhorn Editor
editor@businessfranchise.com
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