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Franchise costs and returns
Be aware of initial and ongoing costs of a franchise and potential financial performance.
Invest in Women Hub
The new Invest in Women Hub has launched, providing a vital resource for female entrepreneurs in the UK.
How to buy a franchise
Check these dos and don'ts before buying a franchise.
Assess a franchise opportunity
What to find out when considering buying a franchise - including costs, competition, current success and support.
Event: Exporting Made Easy
Join the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) along with key stakeholders at this exporting event.
Is it realistic to sell my business?
Key points you need to consider to make sure your business is financially healthy and attractive to buyers.
Review your import readiness
Import planning and strategy, product, skills and finance checklist.
Business rates: New valuation list published
The new valuation list for non-domestic properties will be used to calculate business rate bills from 1 April 2023.
Franchise agreements for a franchisee
Your franchise agreement should cover franchise length, territory, amount of fees, management service fees and royalties, and restrictions.
When to sell your business
The importance of planning ahead and what to consider to help you sell your business at the best price.
Assess your skills and resources for importing
Finances, personnel and other resources for importing.
Executive Education Programmes at the William J Clinton Leadership Institute
Businesses can now apply for the William J Clinton Leadership Institute’s schedule of leadership programmes.
Go Succeed business events
Register for upcoming events offered by Go Succeed, the council support service for Northern Ireland businesses.
Improved energy performance standards in new buildings launched
Guidance aims to help reduce energy bills in new homes and buildings and support a more secure energy system and the renewables sector
Reval 2026 | Revaluation of business rates
Businesses are urged to complete a rates revaluation questionnaire that will be used to calculate business rates from April 2026.
Start a sales forecasts
How to use last year's sales as a starting point for your forecast of next year's sales to help manage your business more effectively.
Mentor Support Programme for Newry, Mourne and Down businesses
This free programme will feature one-to-one support and skills development workshops.
Investment Fund for Northern Ireland: roadshow events
These events will help you to understand the different funding options available through the fund.
Business exit strategy: float your business on the stock market
Characteristics your business will need to attract venture capital investment or for a stock-market flotation.
Financial considerations when exporting
Understand how exporting could affect your cashflow.