Letting Franchise UK
Belvoir - The Lettings Specialists

Belvoir…a leading lettings and property management franchise

Belvoir Lettings is one of the UK’s leading lettings and property management franchise companies, offering specialist services in property rental, residential lettings and buy-to-let for tenants and landlords.
 
Founded in 1995 by Mike and Stephanie Goddard, Belvoir was launched as a franchise the following year. The Company currently has 140+ franchised offices nationwide and is recognised as one of the fastest growing specialist lettings franchisor in the UK.
 
Belvoir Chairman and CEO, Mike Goddard, was appointed in 2008 as Chairman of the British Franchise Association (bfa), an appointment that reflects Belvoir’s highly respected position in the franchise market. At the 2009 Negotiator awards Mike’s abilities as CEO were recognized when he was awarded Leader of the Year. Mike also serves on the Board of the Property Ombudsman.
 
The Lettings Market…
 
The lettings market is a relatively recession proof industry, making this a great time to invest in a Belvoir franchise. Why?

• According to the January 09 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) residential lettings survey the demand for rental property is now increasing at the fastest pace since the survey began in 1998.
• Close to 2.5 million homes in England are currently rented from over 500,000 private landlords – Rugg review, October 08.
• The proportion of under 30’s households renting has grown to 43% compared with 33% in 2001 – Rugg review, October 2008.

The private rental sector is very strong and growing rapidly. In 1971, 7% of UK households were privately rented. Today, two-thirds of rented property in the UK is owned by private landlords. This has risen 50% in the last ten years and Belvoir franchise predicts that this will increase by a further 50% in the next few years. These increases are fuelled by social changes, reduced job security, population mobility, changes in legislation and fluctuating interest rates.
 
What a Belvoir letting franchise can offer you:

    A strong, established brand
    A proven system
    Thorough and rigorous training
    Ongoing support
    One-to-one mentoring
    Opportunities for regular training updates
    Bespoke legal advice helpline
    National marketing and PR
    Exclusive insurance products
    State of the art website
 
What you can offer Belvoir franchise:
 
You don’t need previous experience of the property or lettings market to join the Belvoir franchise network. What Belvoir needs from you is drive, determination, enthusiasm and excellent communication skills.
 
About Belvoir Franchise Owners
 
Belvoir Franchise Owners are of all ages and come from all walks of life including teaching, the Forces, police, banking, estate agency, plumbing and farming. Belvoir welcomes enquiries from individuals and partnerships, as well as husband and wife and family member teams.
 
Belvoir training
 
Every new Belvoir Franchise Owner attends a professionally-developed three-week training programme at Central office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Following your launch you will receive careful monitoring and mentor assistance from our Franchise Support Team. We want you to succeed!
 
At Central Office a team of experienced instructors with specialist skills provide Belvoir Franchise Owners with a comprehensive working knowledge of the residential letting business. This includes sales and marketing, accountancy, computer literacy etc. Belvoir Franchise Owners and staff also have access to 50+ additional training courses throughout the year. A series of on-line training modules have also been introduced, which participants can undertake from the comfort of their own offices.

Belvoir franchise support

Belvoir provides a high level of ongoing support to every Franchise Owner.
 
This includes:
 
Marketing – Using our highly recognisable brand via the national network, Belvoir will assist with PR, local campaigns, national advertising and your website. We can provide a library of marketing material, which is updated constantly. Central Office Head office will help you to design brochures, leaflets and other promotional materials and also assist with buy-to-let evenings.
 
IT – You receive ongoing training and support with the Belvoir bespoke lettings management system, which also gives you access to the Belvoir bulletin board that provides a wealth of help and advice.
 
Support – Central Office Head office will provide a legal helpline that can assist with legal issues or advice you require regarding the UK lettings market. Accounting advice will be provided for your business needs. A business support advisor can assist with any queries or advice regarding the in the running of your Belvoir lettings franchise.
 
Training & Development – Ongoing training courses are held at Belvoir’s prestigious Central Office in Grantham for Franchise Owners and their staff, covering a wide range of issues from customer service to management skills, as well as access to National NAEA qualifications at discounted rates.
 
Research & Development – Belvoir aims to provide systems that enable you to work more efficiently, sourcing cheaper and better quality suppliers to achieve higher profit margins and developing products to give you market leadership.
 
What makes a successful Belvoir Franchise Owner?
 
To become a Belvoir Franchise Owner you will need to be a self-motivated and determined individual who is capable of working alone. You will also need to be hard working, professional in your attitude to business, sales-focused and able to cope under pressure. Above all, you must be positive and optimistic, treating every setback as a challenge and every challenge as an opportunity.
 
Territories/Locations
 
With over 140 Belvoir franchises currently operating and over 300 planned, there are Belvoir franchise opportunities available throughout England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
 
Finance Available
 
Up to 70% borrowings is usually available from banks for those considering investing in a Belvoir UK franchise opportunity.

For More Information

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