From Mobile Franchisee to Bricks and Mortar

The opportunity

Dylan was a qualified fitter working in the Hydraulink network when he decided to take the leap into franchise ownership. He wanted to buy his own Hydraulink territory and run a mobile hose and fittings service.

The challenge

Dylan didn’t own a property and had no prior business trading history. Conventional lenders saw him as too risky — despite his relevant qualifications and deep experience in the industry.

How CFI helped

Because CFI Finance has an accreditation relationship with Hydraulink, we understood the franchise model and the strength of the brand. We funded Dylan’s initial stock and mobile workshop fitout to get him trading.

When the business grew to the point where Dylan was ready to move from a mobile setup to fixed premises, CFI was there again — providing a second loan to fund the transition.

The outcome

Dylan went from employee to franchise owner with his own territory, then expanded from mobile operations to a bricks-and-mortar workshop. Two loans, two milestones — and a business that keeps growing.