14 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a United Country Real Estate franchise ranges from $11K to $46K (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 United Country Real Estate is $20K (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 United Country Real Estate 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, United Country Real Estate does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a United Country Real Estate franchise is approximately 0.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 0.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $400/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisUnited Country 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.
View full litigation analysisNo, the United Country Real Estate franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisUnited Country Real Estate offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Franchisees retain online sales rights for their territory.
View full territory analysisUnited Country Real Estate currently operates 380 locations (2025 FDD) (378 franchised, 2 company-owned). The system contracted by 3.5% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -1.9%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for United Country Real Estate is 9.7% (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 analysisUnited Country 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.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for United Country Real Estate is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.
View full contract analysisUnited Country Real Estate provides 23 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 analysisYes, United Country Real Estate provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
View full support analysisYes, United Country Real Estate's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD).
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