Realty Direct vs America's Choice Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Realty Direct vs America's Choice including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Realty Direct Franchise
America's Choice Franchise
Investment $39,600 - $67,700$33,000 - $45,000
Franchise Fee $19,900$21,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 0.25%-
Year Founded 2001-
Year Franchised 2003-
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Renewal Fee $2K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Realty Direct Franchise
America's Choice Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Realty Direct Franchise
    America's Choice Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Realty Direct Franchise
    America's Choice Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, National media-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    15% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Realty Direct Franchise
    America's Choice Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Realty Direct

    Realty Direct was created by recognized leading entrepreneurs in real estate. Tip Powers, CEO, has a continuous and consistent track record of building businesses that provide a win-win for all involved. The Powers management team is formed by top industry executives in Real Estate, Technology and Consulting. That approach of experience, technology innovators and being able to educate clients on options in the ever changing real estate market is the power solution for all clients. Outstanding service to our clients is the result we achieve. Our focus as leading industry experts is on: 1. Strong and Consistent Training Programs for All Agents using Online Learning Tools and Live Webinars Weekly 2. Technology Savvy Innovations to Provide Clients Exceptional Marketing Venues as well as Help clients Looking to Find Properties from Many Sources 3. Education for our Clients and Customers on Topics that Interest them in our Monthly Client "Need to Know" Sessions 4. Electronic Management of Transactions to Reduce Inefficiencies and Increase Effectiveness 5. Comprehensive Service Offering so our Clients Find the Process as Simple as Possible What we are achieving: 1. Over 3 Billion in Sales! 2. Top 500 Franchises Nationwide -" Entrepreneur Magazine 2006 and 2008 3. Top Real Estate Brokerage Franchises in 2011 -" Realtor Magazine 4. High Customer Satisfaction Rating for over 15 Years! 5. Comprehensive Service Offering so our Clients Find the Process as Simple as Possible Work with Realty Direct today and enjoy the experience!

    About America's Choice

    Karen Keys is the owner/broker of America's Choice Real Estate, LLC and has been in the real estate industry since 1994. After spending almost 12 years as a licensed Escrow Officer with a local title company, she became a licensed realtor, started her own company and obtained her broker's license. She is a member of the Fort Hood Association of Realtors, Temple-Belton Board of Realtors, TAR (Texas Association of Realtors®) and NAR (National Association of Realtors®).
    Whether you’re looking for your dream home or need an experienced real estate professional to get your home sold fast and for top dollar, America’s Choice Real Estate has the right Realtor for  you.