Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage charges a royalty fee of 6.0% 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 Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage franchise is approximately 8.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, and other recurring charges.

Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage has been involved in 2 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 3 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Franchisees retain online sales rights for their territory.

Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage currently operates 190 locations (2025 FDD) (190 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 3.1% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 4.2%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage is 7.9% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage 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 Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.

Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 0 years within 75 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).

No, Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.

Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage provides 27 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.

Engel & Völkers Residential Real Estate Brokerage 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.