Buying a franchise Fri, 08 May 2026 12:02:09 +1000 https://www.franchisebusiness.com.au/ en-gb © 2026 Buying a franchise yes e5c47669-2460-5e2a-bf31-7d8cd9a90b5b Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) franchise, franchises, franchising, business, career Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business https://storage.buzzsprout.com/hyfgsrzw1dqm4lgc4evp3zi7ezq2?.jpg Buying a franchise https://www.franchisebusiness.com.au/ Sarah Stowe What’s the best franchise to buy? What’s the best franchise to buy? It's the million-dollar question - which is the best franchise? The short answer is that there isn't just one brand, there are many. So how do you find the best option for you? There are some clear steps to uncovering which business matches your needs which we discuss in this podcast. 

]]> It's the million-dollar question - which is the best franchise? The short answer is that there isn't just one brand, there are many. So how do you find the best option for you? There are some clear steps to uncovering which business matches your needs which we discuss in this podcast. 

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-19144003 Fri, 08 May 2026 12:00:00 +1000 942 3 2 full false Should I buy a franchise? Should I buy a franchise? Buying a franchise sounds like a brilliant opportunity. But is it for you? In this podcast we discuss why it needs serious consideration - and why it isn't the best choice for everyone.

Four considerations are key: attitude, personal circumstances, expectations and financial capacity. We look at each of these factors to find out what will set you up to best take advantage of the unique opportunities that franchising delivers.

]]> Buying a franchise sounds like a brilliant opportunity. But is it for you? In this podcast we discuss why it needs serious consideration - and why it isn't the best choice for everyone.

Four considerations are key: attitude, personal circumstances, expectations and financial capacity. We look at each of these factors to find out what will set you up to best take advantage of the unique opportunities that franchising delivers.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-18758154 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +1100 1071 3 1 full false What you need to know about the new look Franchising Code What you need to know about the new look Franchising Code What you need to know about the new look Franchising Code

Every franchise buyer needs to know about the mandatory Franchising Code of Conduct, which governs the relationship between franchisors and franchisees, and this vital document has just been rejigged - in format and content. So as a franchise buyer, what do you need to know?


]]> What you need to know about the new look Franchising Code

Every franchise buyer needs to know about the mandatory Franchising Code of Conduct, which governs the relationship between franchisors and franchisees, and this vital document has just been rejigged - in format and content. So as a franchise buyer, what do you need to know?


]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-17127118 Fri, 09 May 2025 12:00:00 +1000 766 2 4 full false What do you need to be an at-home care franchisee? What do you need to be an at-home care franchisee? The at-home caring market is packed with potential: we are living longer and by 2058 it is projected there will be more than 1.5 million over-85-year olds living in Australia.

In this podcast we look beyond the statistics and discuss what services at-home care provides, what it takes to succeed in business, and why a franchise delivers so many benefits to a business owner.

]]> The at-home caring market is packed with potential: we are living longer and by 2058 it is projected there will be more than 1.5 million over-85-year olds living in Australia.

In this podcast we look beyond the statistics and discuss what services at-home care provides, what it takes to succeed in business, and why a franchise delivers so many benefits to a business owner.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-16097289 Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +1100 783 2 3 full false Why would I pay franchise fees? Why would I pay franchise fees? If you're buying a franchise you're almost certainly signing up to pay franchise fees. So what can you expect?

In this podcast we discuss why franchise fees are an integral part of a franchise system, what fees you may have to pay and what format they take, how to find out the value and appropriateness of the fees, and what happens if you don't pay them.

]]> If you're buying a franchise you're almost certainly signing up to pay franchise fees. So what can you expect?

In this podcast we discuss why franchise fees are an integral part of a franchise system, what fees you may have to pay and what format they take, how to find out the value and appropriateness of the fees, and what happens if you don't pay them.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-15946187 Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +1100 1032 2 2 full false Marketing the business Marketing the business Buying into a brand with strong marketing is a major reason for franchisees to invest. The franchisor plays a key role in marketing the business, promoting the brand for the benefit of the franchise group. So what can you expect when it comes to marketing within a franchise network?

National marketing is the franchisor’s responsibility but unlike non-franchise brands, there is another element of marketing that is crucial to small business - local area marketing. Franchisees are responsible for their own local area marketing, which involves engaging with the local community and promoting their business.

Understanding marketing responsibilities and investing in marketing are important for franchisees to achieve strong results

In this podcast we discuss the national marketing approach, the marketing fund and its rules, local area marketing, common mistakes franchisees can make and where to find information about the brand’s marketing.



]]> Buying into a brand with strong marketing is a major reason for franchisees to invest. The franchisor plays a key role in marketing the business, promoting the brand for the benefit of the franchise group. So what can you expect when it comes to marketing within a franchise network?

National marketing is the franchisor’s responsibility but unlike non-franchise brands, there is another element of marketing that is crucial to small business - local area marketing. Franchisees are responsible for their own local area marketing, which involves engaging with the local community and promoting their business.

Understanding marketing responsibilities and investing in marketing are important for franchisees to achieve strong results

In this podcast we discuss the national marketing approach, the marketing fund and its rules, local area marketing, common mistakes franchisees can make and where to find information about the brand’s marketing.



]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-15360580 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 16:00:00 +1000 1029 2 1 full false Funding a franchise Funding a franchise How can you fund your franchise purchase? It’s common for franchise buyers to approach a bank for a loan to help boost their savings.

What happens though if you want to source money from elsewhere? Franchisees may turn to their family for a loan, or consider remortgaging their home.

In this podcast we discuss some of the pros and cons of both options.

This short podcast is neither intended to be an exhaustive commentary, nor can it be taken as financial advice.

Every franchise buyer should seek independent financial advice before deciding on which franchise funding option best suits their circumstances.

]]> How can you fund your franchise purchase? It’s common for franchise buyers to approach a bank for a loan to help boost their savings.

What happens though if you want to source money from elsewhere? Franchisees may turn to their family for a loan, or consider remortgaging their home.

In this podcast we discuss some of the pros and cons of both options.

This short podcast is neither intended to be an exhaustive commentary, nor can it be taken as financial advice.

Every franchise buyer should seek independent financial advice before deciding on which franchise funding option best suits their circumstances.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-13805831 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +1100 837 1 9 full false Franchisee expectations Franchisee expectations In this podcast we reference Greg Nathan’s Franchise Relationships Institute (FRI). Greg is a globally-recognised psychologist, former franchisee, and a regular contributor for Inside Franchise Business on the connections formed in franchising, boosting performance and good franchisor habits. 


Check out our podcasts on the Franchise Agreement and Disclosure Document, helpful conversations to help you cut through the key elements of these important documents. You can find out the relevance of the Code of Conduct in franchising too.

]]> In this podcast we reference Greg Nathan’s Franchise Relationships Institute (FRI). Greg is a globally-recognised psychologist, former franchisee, and a regular contributor for Inside Franchise Business on the connections formed in franchising, boosting performance and good franchisor habits. 


Check out our podcasts on the Franchise Agreement and Disclosure Document, helpful conversations to help you cut through the key elements of these important documents. You can find out the relevance of the Code of Conduct in franchising too.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-13260889 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +1000 1374 1 8 full false Code of Conduct Code of Conduct Have you heard of the Franchising Code of Conduct? It creates a framework for the relationships between franchisor and franchisee in Australia.

What’s important to know is that this is a mandatory code and it applies to both franchisees and franchisors.

Our quick guide will point you in the right direction so you can make sense of why the Code is relevant to you.

]]> Have you heard of the Franchising Code of Conduct? It creates a framework for the relationships between franchisor and franchisee in Australia.

What’s important to know is that this is a mandatory code and it applies to both franchisees and franchisors.

Our quick guide will point you in the right direction so you can make sense of why the Code is relevant to you.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-12263399 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +1100 729 1 7 full false Location, location, location Location, location, location It’s the mantra in real estate but what does getting the right location look like if you’re buying a business? 

When it comes to developing any service or retail business that is not purely online, location is an important part of the mix that can lead to success. Even the best operator with a popular brand can struggle to achieve their goals if the business is poorly located.

]]> It’s the mantra in real estate but what does getting the right location look like if you’re buying a business? 

When it comes to developing any service or retail business that is not purely online, location is an important part of the mix that can lead to success. Even the best operator with a popular brand can struggle to achieve their goals if the business is poorly located.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-12173614 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +1100 801 1 6 full false How much does a franchise cost? How much does a franchise cost? Buying a franchise can be an affordable purchase, or a major investment. Franchise brands operate right across the price spectrum so it’s a matter of matching your budget to what’s available.

However the sale price is unlikely to be the final figure that you will spend. The key is to find out what’s included in the upfront cost of the business, and there are a number of factors that determine that. Then there will be the added extras…

]]> Buying a franchise can be an affordable purchase, or a major investment. Franchise brands operate right across the price spectrum so it’s a matter of matching your budget to what’s available.

However the sale price is unlikely to be the final figure that you will spend. The key is to find out what’s included in the upfront cost of the business, and there are a number of factors that determine that. Then there will be the added extras…

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-11754332 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +1100 722 1 5 full false The Franchise Agreement The Franchise Agreement What is a franchise agreement and why is it different from a business contract? Essentially a franchise agreement is the basis of the business relationship between the franchisee and franchisor. If you’re considering a franchise as a business opportunity, you’ll need to know how it differs from a standard business contract. 

Not sure what your obligations will be? Unsure what the franchisor will provide in exchange for a franchise fee? You can start your research here by listening to this podcast. And as always, we encourage you to seek legal advice when reviewing business documents.

]]> What is a franchise agreement and why is it different from a business contract? Essentially a franchise agreement is the basis of the business relationship between the franchisee and franchisor. If you’re considering a franchise as a business opportunity, you’ll need to know how it differs from a standard business contract. 

Not sure what your obligations will be? Unsure what the franchisor will provide in exchange for a franchise fee? You can start your research here by listening to this podcast. And as always, we encourage you to seek legal advice when reviewing business documents.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-11582729 Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +1100 960 1 4 full false The disclosure document The disclosure document If you’re buying a franchise you can’t avoid the paperwork. And that means lots of documents coming your way, including the disclosure document. This is a crucial piece of the puzzle for a would-be franchisee, and it’s something the franchisor legally must provide. 

So what’s it all about and why do you need it? Listen to this podcast to find out why it’s a must-read before you commit to purchasing a business.

]]> If you’re buying a franchise you can’t avoid the paperwork. And that means lots of documents coming your way, including the disclosure document. This is a crucial piece of the puzzle for a would-be franchisee, and it’s something the franchisor legally must provide. 

So what’s it all about and why do you need it? Listen to this podcast to find out why it’s a must-read before you commit to purchasing a business.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-10610115 Sun, 01 May 2022 00:00:00 +1000 836 1 3 full false Doing the research Doing the research You're ready to start researching the franchise sector, so what should you do? This podcast is an easy-listening guide to the key elements to consider.You’ll hear advice on where you should go to get the low-down on industries, brands and franchisors. Find out how to evaluate the information you receive and discover what you should do if the advice is unfavourable!

Buying a franchise is a big deal, so it really pays to pay for expert advice - there’s a lot at stake.

]]> You're ready to start researching the franchise sector, so what should you do? This podcast is an easy-listening guide to the key elements to consider.You’ll hear advice on where you should go to get the low-down on industries, brands and franchisors. Find out how to evaluate the information you receive and discover what you should do if the advice is unfavourable!

Buying a franchise is a big deal, so it really pays to pay for expert advice - there’s a lot at stake.

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-10610113 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +1100 1155 1 2 full false Is franchising right for me? Is franchising right for me? What are the pros and cons of being a franchisee? Do I have the right personality to make a success of it? These questions and more are answered in this podcast, the first in a brand new series that can be your personal guide to Buying a Franchise.

It’s full of insider tips and expert insights, so if you’re considering whether a franchise could be for you, you’ve absolutely come to the right place. 

]]> What are the pros and cons of being a franchisee? Do I have the right personality to make a success of it? These questions and more are answered in this podcast, the first in a brand new series that can be your personal guide to Buying a Franchise.

It’s full of insider tips and expert insights, so if you’re considering whether a franchise could be for you, you’ve absolutely come to the right place. 

]]> Sarah Stowe from Inside Franchise Business Buzzsprout-10617951 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +1100 1047 1 1 full false