Belvoir’s first franchise turns 20
Published: 28 July 2016
The lettings and estate agency, Belvoir, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the company’s first franchise, Belvoir Moray.
Owner Andy Campbell recalled: “When I joined Belvoir, I had just retired from the RAF and I built my business up from nothing. I initially worked from a spare room in my own home, with only a chair, a desk, a computer and a filing cabinet. How times have changed! Today we are one of the biggest agents in Moray.
“Being part of a franchise gives me the support of a national organisation, but with the freedom of being self-employed. It is also fantastic to have the support of our fellow franchisees within the network.
“Over the years I have seen many changes, particularly with new regulations, internet advertising and social media. I believe that it is very important to keep pace with all the changes and to embrace new technology so that we continue to provide a robust and trustworthy service to all our clients.
“I can honestly say that I still love the job and have no regrets at all. The business continues to expand and we now offer an estate agency service in addition to lettings.
“We are looking forward to continuing to work with our existing clients – some of whom have been with us from the very beginning – and to welcoming new clients on board.
“Belvoir Moray is proof that franchising works. We are a great advertisement for anyone who is considering going down the route of buying into a franchise!”
Dorian Gonsalves, Belvoir’s managing director, commented: “It is fabulous that our first franchise owner is still in business after 20 years and is still as passionate as he was on the day he first opened.
“Our business and industry has changed so much over the last 20 years and is testament to Andy’s dedication to his clients that he has changed and evolved to become such a significant business in Elgin.
“We wish him every success for the next 20 years!”
