Our sound knowledge of the franchise sector enables us to offer products and global solutions that meet franchisor and franchisee needs. 
 

We offer franchise customers a range of market-leading solutions aimed at optimising banking value and reducing operational risks.

With more than 20 years’ experience and extensive network of industry specialists, we are professionals in servicing franchises of all sizes.

Let’s help make your dream a reality

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Whether you’re thinking of buying a franchise or want to turn your existing business into a franchise network, we have franchise information that you need. 

Tips on how to expand your franchise

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Congratulations! You’ve worked hard to establish a viable franchise and can now take the final step — expanding your franchise network.

Banking services and loans for your franchise

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Get your business on the move with our range of banking products:
from tailored business accounts to loans to help run and grow your franchise business.

  • Bank

    Business current accounts

    Our Business Evolve accounts are designed to suit your specific banking needs.

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    Business credit cards

    Manage business costs effectively with our range of business cards and spend management tools.

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    Save and invest

    Saving and investing with our suite of business investment products is a great way to maximise the return on your business’ operating cash. Your money is secure and easily accessible when needed. 

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    Merchant solutions

    Our products and services will help you take control of your entire processes of cash collections and payments.

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    Trading globally

    Let’s take care of all your cross-border banking needs.

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  • Borrow

    Commercial Asset Finance

    We offer a range of loans to finance your commercial assets.

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    Commercial Property Finance

    Whether you're buying new premises for your business, refurbishing your current property or building, we can help you with a loan to finance your project.

    Get a loan

    Term loans

    We can help you with a variety of short- and medium-term loans to ensure your business has the right funding.

    See how we can help

  • Call us

      Position Email
    Name    
    Abigail Makhubele Business Development Manager - Consumer Services, Quick Service.
    Restaurants & Restaurants.    		 abigail.makhubele@absa.co.za
    James Noble Business Development Manager: Fuel jamesjn@absa.co.za
    Thamsanqa Letsoalo Business Development Manager: Automotive Sector  Thamsanqa.Letsoalo@absa.africa
    Lesego Mpakanyane Business Development Manager: Wholesale & Retail
    		 Lesego.Mpakanyane@absa.africa

Thinking of exiting or selling your franchise? We can help.

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No matter how much a franchisee enjoys being part of a network, the day will come when such franchise wants to leave. Or you may decide as a franchisee to retire or simply cash in your investment. We have information and advice on how to exit or sell your franchise business.

  • Let’s help you plan accordingly

    Before you think of exiting the franchise, consider the needs of the:
    • Franchisor —The franchisor will have a standard franchise agreement in place and will typically be reluctant to amend it.
    • Franchisee —The franchisee needs to map out desired future developments. Does he/she want to appoint a manager, hand control of the business over to one of his/her children or sell the business outright and make a capital profit?
    • Buyer of the business —The buyer of the business expects the business to perform as contemplated.
    Exit formats — An individual can exit the business in stages or in one single transaction.

    Exit in stages
    A family member or a deserving member of staff is groomed as successor. He/she is given an opportunity to acquire shares over a predetermined period until full transfer of ownership is accomplished. This format is attractive because continuity is practically assured. It is particularly suited to the transfer of ownership to heirs. It can also be used in BEE transactions, often in combination with tandem franchising.

    Outright sale
    Should an outright sale be contemplated, the seller will expect the franchisor to act fairly, be supportive and facilitate the transaction in line with conditions agreed in advance.

    Transfer process

    Some franchisors reserve the right to handle the process of selling the business. They charge a market-related commission in return. Others reserve the right to approve the buyer and charge a fixed fee for undertaking the approval process and providing training to the buyer of the franchisee.

  • Call us

      Position Email
    Name    
    Abigail Makhubele Business Development Manager - Consumer Services, Quick Service.
    Restaurants & Restaurants.    		 abigail.makhubele@absa.co.za
    James Noble Business Development Manager: Fuel jamesjn@absa.co.za
    Thamsanqa Letsoalo Business Development Manager: Automotive Sector    Thamsanqa.Letsoalo@absa.africa
    Lesego Mpakanyane Business Development Manager: Wholesale & Retail
    		 Lesego.Mpakanyane@absa.africa

Need more help?

Call us on:

011 350 8000

Email us at:

franchise@absa.co.za