Compare Real Estate Franchise Fees
Initial Franchise Fees
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| Franchiser | Initial Franchise Fee |
| Your Franchise | $??? |
| Century 21 | Up to $25,000 |
| RE/MAX | $10,000-$20,000 |
| Coldwell Banker | $13,000-$20,500 |
| ERA | $20,000 |
| Help-U-Sell | $19,500 |
| Keller Williams | $25,000 |
Royalty fees
Most franchisers charge a royalty fee, which is usually 5-6% of gross revenues.
| Franchiser | Ongoing Royalty Fee |
| Your franchise | ??? |
| Century 21 | 6% |
| RE/MAX | Min. $120 per month, $390 per year annual dues, $75 per month advertising |
| Coldwell Banker | 6% |
| ERA | 6% |
| Help-U-Sell | 6% |
| Keller Williams | 6% |
Advertising requirements
Most franchises require franchisees to spend $2,000 to $3,000 per month in advertising.
This requirement is part of their franchise agreement, and not complying is a breach by franchisee. Basically,
franchisee have to promote the franchise brand name and trademark. You can set up similar requirements.
Advertising funds
Most franchisers charge additional fees for advertising that range from a few hundred dollars to 1-2% per month.
How is the money used? The franchiser can use these funds to pay an in-house advertising staff or
pay for any advertising that promotes its brand name and trademark.
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Quotas
We came recently over franchise offer requiring franchisee to hire certain number of sales associates each year. If you cannot hire so many you still have to pay fees based on the quotas. There are many different quotas and requirements very franchise network can create.
