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    How to gauge success of an advert?

    I think with any new marketing undertaken through most medias, be it print, web etc there is always an aspect of 'leap of faith' as of course what works for one, doesn't always work for another. I know from my experience, selling marketing, despite a natural apprehension to market with a new...
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    Start Up Advice - Franchise?

    Its a difficult one - as many have mentioned, competing with the 'big boys' is always a difficult prospect, although a good idea should not simply be shunned because at this stage it is only that. Im sure you have, but I think research into this area is essential, as there are too many...
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    Buying an existing franchise

    As above, I think there are some obvious alarm bells that should be ringing here. Unfortunately on the negative side of franchising for the small few, agreements are heavily waited towards the franchisor and not the franchisee and so any lack of transparency would raise obvious doubts. Also...
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    Unemployment/Redundancy - Ever Considered Franchising?

    Hi All, I have recently launched a new online marketing platform showcasing low cost franchise and license opportunities. From experience, the rise in low cost opportunities out there has risen drastically in the past 2-3 years. With unemployment and redundancies over the last few years...
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    Franchie operations manual

    Although not a legal requirement of course it is beneficial to the franchisee to have some literature on the investment opportunity they have taken. Refusal for a BFA accreditation would prick my ears up although there are many many legitimate and lucrative opportunities out there that aren't...
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    Tax Confusion

    I have recently signed up with a new accountant for my LTD company- fees around £450 per year to look after all accounts which I think is reasonable so don't think this is an overly costly option now
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    Ebay Ripping off Sellers

    Its a shame, Ebay definitely seems far more weighted towards the buyer than seller nowadays meaning many are losing good money through no fault of their own
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    Prices or no prices?

    Theres an obvious attraction to encouraging customer interaction to discuss prices in this instance but is this increasing your work load and encouraging enquiries from what may turn out to be very non genuine customers?
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    Which one is the best?

    Have always heard Magento to be very good although haven't used myself
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    What is more beneficial SEO or PPC ?

    Out of interest, does anyone whether the major search engines use the same or closely similar algorithms to assess sites for SEO?
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    ok im new to all this so i could use some advice

    I have used the Start-up loans scheme backed by Government. Although the amounts lent are small, its a start and they do offer business advice and a dedicated mentor.
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    How often do you blog for your business?

    Regular blogging seems to be more beneficial but as others have said, the strength in the content is the most important aspect
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    Advice for getting traffic to my web site

    Would anyone know of any business investment/ business start-up forums of any sort. I know most generic business forums have sections for this but wondered whether there were any specifics?
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    Advice on a virtual office and registered office

    I too have previously the above mentioned company for the same thing and has always worked well for me
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    Should I grant a "good will" refund or not?

    Agree with the above regarding not refunding if you genuinely aren't responsible. A tough one because of course you always half an eye on whether there is a slim chance of repeat business. I too would refer them to your contract T &C's firstly and have a sensible discussion on what the real...
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