Realty Direct vs Lime Licensing Group Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Realty Direct Franchise
Lime Licensing Group Franchise
Investment $39,600 - $67,700$500 - And Up
Franchise Fee $19,900N/A
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 0.25%-
Year Founded 20012006
Year Franchised 20032006
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Renewal Fee $2K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Realty Direct Franchise
Lime Licensing Group Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Realty Direct Franchise
    Lime Licensing Group 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
    Lime Licensing Group Franchise
    Training -Extensive initial and ongoing support system
    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
    Lime Licensing Group Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion NoYes

    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 Lime Licensing Group

    Are you looking to franchise a business? Or get advice on brand licensing? We are a highly experienced team of franchise consultants and brand licensing experts with offices covering  the UK and Ireland.
    Lime Licensing Group is a very well established UK based franchise consultancy firm that provides strategic advice and practical assistance to start up and established franchisors who wish to expand their brands throughout the UK and Ireland