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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Real Living vs Homes 4Sale by Owner Network including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $3,000 - $80,000 | $41,900 - $146,200 |
| Franchise Fee | $2,500 - $80,000 | $21,500 |
| Royalty Fee | 5% | 7% |
| Advertising Fee | - | - |
| Year Founded | 1976 | 2002 |
| Year Franchised | 1981 | 2004 |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
| Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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| In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
| Franchise Fees | No/No | No/No |
| Start-up Costs | No/No | No/No |
| Equipment | No/No | No/No |
| Inventory | No/No | No/No |
| Receivables | No/No | No/No |
| Payroll | No/No | No/No |
Training & Support |
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| Training | - | - |
| Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations | - |
| Marketing | Co-op advertising | - |
| Operations |
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. | - |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | Yes | - |
| Canada Expansion | No | No |
| International Expansion | No | Yes |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING