Realty Direct vs REALean Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Realty Direct Franchise
REALean Franchise
Investment $39,600 - $67,700$24,710 - $40,220
Franchise Fee $19,900$19,900
Royalty Fee 6%2.5%
Advertising Fee 0.25%-
Year Founded 20012012
Year Franchised 20032017
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Term Of Agreement 6 years-
Renewal Fee $2K-


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

    Training & Support
     
    Realty Direct Franchise
    REALean Franchise
    Training - Classroom Training: 12 hours
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Purchasing cooperatives Ongoing Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Security/Safety Procedures Site Selection
    Marketing Co-op advertising, National media Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
    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
    REALean Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    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 REALean

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    REALean offers franchises to qualified individuals and entities to own and operate a REALean real estate brokerage featuring their innovative commission structures.
    REALean: the next generation real estate brokerage franchise.
    Full service REAL estate with Lean costs to home sellers.
    4% listing fees, 3% if there is not a buyer's agent.