Realty Direct vs Joe Homebuyer Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Realty Direct Franchise
Joe Homebuyer Franchise
Investment $39,600 - $67,700$51,000 - $372,000
Franchise Fee $19,900$30,000 - $90,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 0.25%-
Year Founded 20012019
Year Franchised 20032019
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Renewal Fee $2K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Realty Direct Franchise
Joe Homebuyer Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Realty Direct Franchise
    Joe Homebuyer 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
    Joe Homebuyer 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
    Joe Homebuyer Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    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 Joe Homebuyer

    "Joe

    Joe Homebuyer is a turnkey real estate acquisition franchise. Our franchisees operate their businesses to provide real estate solutions by buying, fixing, and wholesaling residential properties. With or without prior real estate experience, we will guide you through the entire process from marketing to close.
    Joe Homebuyer provides win-win creative solutions for homeowners who would benefit from a quick, no hassle cash offer.
    As a Joe Homebuyer franchisee you will oversee your business’s general operations including executing your marketing plan, approving budgets, meeting with sellers, determining the best exit strategy for each property and managing your business’s KPI’s.
    A Joe Homebuyer franchise is a very low overhead and low employee-based business.