Franchising is a highly lucrative and established industry. If you are thinking of buying a franchise, consider well the many business opportunities to find something to fit your talents and personal requirements.

To help you receive impartial information and advice about franchising, HSBC Bank is offering a free half-day overview on the industry. It will take place at the Auditel head office in Winchester, on Friday 12th November 2010 at 9.45 am.

The presenter will be Lorna Smith, HSBC’s senior franchise manager, who is one of the most experienced bankers in the UK franchise sector. Lorna has a high profile within the industry and has presented numerous seminars at franchise exhibitions, BFA functions, and other business events.

By taking you through a step-by-step guide to buying a franchise, the seminar will cover all aspects of the industry as shown below:

• Why banks like franchising
• Financial aspects
• What we look for when lending
• How a franchisee should prepare
• Sources of finance
• What the bank can offer franchisees
• Summary

On behalf of HSBC Bank, Laurence Knott, head of marketing for the Auditel cost and purchase management franchise, says: “We look forward to welcoming you.”

To book your place, simply fill in the form below today!