It’s a tough life for agents right now. Both independents and the big corporates are under pressure, so, says Andrea Kirkby is franchising the way to weather the storm?

As a slowdown in sales continues at Winkworth in London the company is hanging its hopes on buyers and sellers returning to the market once political uncertainty has ended.

In this perfect storm of lower transactions and commissions – and a failing online-only model – Joanne Christie says franchising is gaining in popularity.

As the residential property management sector continues to boom, it is clear that many more firms are now realising the value of franchising...

It’s a testing time for agents, with multiple pressures on agents. So, asks Sheila Manchester, if your business is more of a worry than a joy, could a franchise be the right…

Winkworth’s two new offices in Banstead, Surrey and Poringland, Norfolk, are now open for business.

In a challenging market it can be tough being independent, says Joanne Christie, so could joining a franchise be your key to success?

Could joining a franchise really provide a rapid route to success? Marc Da Silva reports.

Sheila Manchester explores the opportunities presented by franchises and similar business models.