How Much Does a United Real Estate Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$145K – $386K
Franchise Fee
$35K
Royalty
Monthly Agent Affiliation Fee: $45 per Agent; Monthly Real Estate Transaction Fee: $75 per buy/sell side; Lease Transaction Fee: $45 per lease
Ad Fund
0.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for United Real Estate is $35K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.
Total Investment Range
Opening a United Real Estate franchise requires a total investment of $145K – $386K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.
Working capital alone ranges from $100K to $150K.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, United Real Estate franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty structure is: Monthly Agent Affiliation Fee: $45 per Agent; Monthly Real Estate Transaction Fee: $75 per buy/sell side; Lease Transaction Fee: $45 per lease. The advertising or brand fund contribution is 0.0% of gross sales.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
United Real Estate requires working capital of $100K – $150K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.
What Can You Earn?
United Real Estate does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.
How Do Banks View United Real Estate?
SBA Loans Issued
2
Default Rate
0.0%
The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. United Real Estate has 2 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 0.0%, which is below the franchise industry average, indicating relatively lower lending risk. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.
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