14 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Realty Executives franchise ranges from $53K to $431K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Realty Executives is $35K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Realty Executives 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Realty Executives does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisRealty Executives has been involved in 9 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 3 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Realty Executives franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisRealty Executives 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 rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisRealty Executives currently operates 258 locations (2025 FDD) (258 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 10.1% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -4.8%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Realty Executives is 13.2% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisRealty Executives 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.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Realty Executives is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.
View full contract analysisRealty Executives'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).
View full legal analysisNo, Realty Executives's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisRealty Executives provides 11 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.
View full support analysisRealty Executives 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.
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