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Jaime Hilario, franchisor of Screen Rescue Mobile Windscreen & Glass Repairs Franchise is delighted to announce that they have been nominated in the QFA Virtual Franchise Awards 2022 in three categories to date. The QFA Virtual Franchise Awards 2022 have just opened and we are already delighted to have been nominated in three coveted categories. "It is such an accolade for Screen Rescue to receive three category nominations so soon. We are extremely proud of the franchise team th...

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TaxAssist Accountant franchisee Paul Simpson, has recently opened his first shop at Myriad House, 114 St Mary’s Road in Market Harborough.Paul Simpson launched his TaxAssist Accountants business in March and has already made a real impact on his local community, with his enthusiasm, energy and mission to ‘Help small business owners realise their dream’.His welcoming shop, in the heart of Market Harborough, offers businesses and individual tax-payers advice and support with all of their tax and a...

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In the franchising world, there is a lot of emphasis on the franchisor to do a whole list of things correctly, in order for them to stand out and be recognised as being a reputable brand. However, it takes two to tango. In this article, we look at and highlight the important criteria you should hunt out in a person when recruiting for new franchisees. When it comes down to recruiting franchisees for your business, it is imperative that you get one thing straight from the outset. You should...

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Ovenclean has been ranked as the top Professional Oven Cleaning franchise in Franchise Direct’s Top 100, as well as ranking as number 66 across all franchise categories in the UK.The Franchise Direct Top 100 highlights those that stand out from hundreds of franchises that are currently trading in the UK. The top 100 franchises are ranked by several different criteria, including size of brand, turnover, stability and growth, right through to social responsibility, awards and recognition.Despite t...

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In just three months, Dacre, Son & Hartley have sold all three homes within an exclusive new homes development in the centre of Pateley Bridge.The bespoke development of four bedroom houses, known as Skaife Row, stand at the top of Pateley Bridge’s celebrated High Street, in Nidderdale’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The stunning properties were built by renowned local building contractor, HG1 Ltd, for respected developer, Mr Mike Bower, who lives nearby.Dacre, Son & Hartley attracted...

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Edward Pawley has been named as a Senior Associate for the commercial property firm, Dacres Commercial, as it is expanding its specialist healthcare division.In his new role, Edward will carry out valuations, rent reviews and lease renewals, as well as advising on investment transactions, spanning all types of healthcare property including GP surgeries, medical centres and pharmacies. He will cover an extensive area spanning Yorkshire and into the North West, Midlands and down the M1 corridor.Ed...

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A development of just eight new shared ownership homes in the sought-after village of Long Preston, which is nestled between Skipton and Settle in the scenic North Yorkshire Dales, are being made available to buyers on a shared-ownership basis through the Settle office of Dacre Son & Hartley.The small-scale collection of 16 two and three bedroom semi-detached, detached and mews homes are currently under construction and they enjoy an enviable village location on Greengate Lane, less than 12-mile...

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In this years prestigious 'Best Places to Live' guide, Ilkley has been named as the best place to live in the North and North East of England, which is published each year by The Sunday Times, and it is easy to see why according to the town’s leading estate agent, Dacre, Son & Hartley. Other locations in the region’s top 10 include Alnmouth, Barnard Castle, Chapel Allerton, Easingwold, Masham, Slaithwaite, Todmorden, Tynemouth and York. Stroud in Gloucestershire was named as the overall Bes...

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Dacre, Son & Hartley, Yorkshire’s largest independent estate agent, have unveiled their ambitious plans to significantly grow its franchise network across Yorkshire and beyond after partnering with leading franchising specialist, Accentia Franchise Consultants.Dacres currently employs 125 property professionals across its residential, commercial and agricultural divisions, and has 20 strategically placed offices across West and North Yorkshire, including two successful franchised branches i...

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In what is anticipated to be a booming Summer filled with lots of people choosing to 'staycation' in the UK as oppose to vacation, Papa John's, one of the leading pizza franchises has offered it's services to help holiday makers order and pay for their delicious, top quality pizza's by utilising some of their new franchise solutions for contactless delivery.  Justin Gilbert, Senior Operations Director at Papa John’s UK, explains: “Being able to deliver a quality food proposition this s...

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Leading property-maintenance franchise, Fantastic Services, has announced it will be exhibiting at the National Franchise Exhibition that will take place on the 21st and 22nd May. The virtual event is the perfect place for anyone who’s been considering starting their own business, has just begun their research, or are seeking an alternative source of income. By visiting Fantastic Services’ virtual stand, you’ll get the chance to explore the lucrative world of home services and learn more about...

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In Franchise Direct's yearly report, the UK's 7th best franchise goes to the property-maintenance leader Fantastic Services.Franchise Direct’s Top 100 Franchises list is the premier, research-only based ranking of the UK’s top 100 franchises. Fantastic Services secured the 7th spot in the list, outshining franchisors, firmly positioned in the top ten for years. The high ranking recognised Fantastic Services’ resilience, flexibility, social responsibility and support for over 530 franchisees, pro...

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