I bought a franchise in 2009. Had serious doubts about the business model and its capabilities of achieving the potential advertised, but was convinced and paid over £6k.
I and many others haven't received any money in commission since starting, but worse than that - realised that we were working on an unproven, untested ever changing business model.
Recently the franchisor has decided to terminate the agreements and we've been told that he will refund franchise fees and commission - when it gets paid to him.
It seems that there are very few legal routes around that help franchisee's who fall foul to this situation.
I wondered what the experts could advise us to do in the hope that we can ensure our money is returned.