And there are times where supporter ownership hasn't even worked out like it has of other clubs such as Exeter City. There are mutterings that Supporter Trusts failed at the likes of Notts County and York City but these sides are in better financial situations now, regardless.
And there are huge benefits to being supporter owned.
"There's a number of essential benefits to being supporter owned", says James Mathie. .
"The model gives you opportunities where a privately owned football club can't go as far. There is an ideal opportunity to build a strong base of trust within the community, because you have the democratic model and the people on the board are directly representing and are accountable to those in the community".
Arguments have been raised that by being supporter owned means that financial resources are lacking. But James points out that by being fan owned you open yourselves up to income where other clubs might not get.
"Money made is always reinvested in the club for the beneficial purposes of the club. Local organisations and authorities as well as politicians feel happier to engage in something which benefits a community rather than individuals. It's the same with sponsorship too and volunteering".