Edinburgh has a strong economy with a thriving banking and financial services industry and of course many government departments within the city. Edinburgh is not only a centre for education and scientific research, with its rich culture and history there is also a vibrant tourist industry in Edinburgh.

43 per cent of the half a million population have degrees and professional qualifications and according to Centre for International Competitiveness, Edinburgh is the most competitive of the large cities in the United Kingdom. Statistics show that franchising is one of the safest ways to do business.

Eight out of ten are still in business after five years compared with eight out of ten independent businesses which are not. Not to mention the 97 per cent reporting profitability. These sounds like the kind of figures that would stack up for a competitive business minded person looking for franchises for sale in Edinburgh.

Financial skill set

Accountancy and financial franchises in Edinburgh is one area to start your search. Tax or an accountancy types are a simple transition for a person who has worked in the industry to invest in their own business.

A person from this background would already know and understand the software packages and would be able to use their existing skill sets to invest in an accountancy franchise in Edinburgh with confidence.

One way of offering these services is with business to business, b2b franchises. Supplying businesses with for example accountancy, IT services or other products is viewed by many entrepreneurs as a better option than trying to sell to retail customers. The best b2b ones can include an ongoing contract and a continuity of revenue.

Work from home

Whether it is accountancy and financial, b2b or educational franchises, these can all be home based opportunities. If you are searching for the right opportunity to invest in your own business and work form your home office then research internet business or home based to find the ones that suit your background and budget.

If you are happy to do your marketing and advertising from your home office and take booking and invoicing then how about gardening franchises available in Edinburgh. Service your local community with a mowing or garden maintenance type.

Consider servicing all those offices and office workers with a healthy, green environment by supplying and maintaining live plants.

Fitness franchises  can be a high or low investment level depending on which option you go for. It is possible to invest in personal training in Edinburgh or exercise programs for kids in Edinburgh for a reasonably low level.

However a fitness centre type including 24 hour fitness can be anything from a minimum investment of £40,000 to £150,000 and beyond. Take the strain out of your search by entering your details on the form above.

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