The hunt for finance is an ongoing challenge for most small businesses in South Africa. Depending on how much you need and what you need it for, there are various funding options to get - and keep you - up and running.
Banks have changed in recent years and are not as cold and unapproachable as they may have once seemed. In turn, bank staff are encouraging customers to be open and honest about their small business needs. Together, you and your bank, can make a success of your business.
Starting a business will always cost you money, but there are ways of doing it that could prevent you from having to come up with a lump sum. Here's how.
Setting up a franchise is one of the more expensive ways of getting into business. Ironically it is also a business format for which it is relatively easier to get funding. Here's how to make the good and the bad work for you.
Not all franchises are created equal, and this will be reflected in the fees. A strong, well-known brand will cost you more, but in return you can expect to turn a profit much quicker than when opening a relatively unknown brand.
