The total ongoing fee rate for a HomeSmart International, LLC franchise is approximately 4.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 4.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $250/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

HomeSmart International, LLC has been involved in 6 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 2 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the HomeSmart International, LLC franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

HomeSmart International, LLC 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. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

HomeSmart International, LLC currently operates 262 locations (2025 FDD) (205 franchised, 57 company-owned). The system grew by 7.4% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 3.3%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for HomeSmart International, LLC is 3.4% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

HomeSmart International, LLC 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 HomeSmart International, LLC is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.

HomeSmart International, LLC's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 0 years within 0 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).

Yes, HomeSmart International, LLC's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD).

HomeSmart International, LLC provides 40 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.

HomeSmart International, LLC 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.