Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate franchise is approximately 6.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 1.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, and other recurring charges.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has been involved in 6 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 6 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Franchisees retain online sales rights for their territory.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate currently operates 368 locations (2025 FDD) (368 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 8.9% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -2.1%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate is 16.3% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

The initial franchise agreement term for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate's post-termination non-compete clause lasts 0 years after termination or expiration (2025 FDD).

No, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate provides 10 hours of initial training over approximately 1 weeks (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.