About 1 Percent Lists MD Franchise
1 Percent Lists MD NY is a regional real estate franchise offering full service home listing and selling services at a reduced commission rate in the Maryland and New York markets.
Franchising since 2020, the brand brings its discount brokerage model to two of the most active real estate markets in the Northeast.
The franchise fee is $15,000.
1 Percent Lists MD Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$22K
Average Investment
$41K
Maximum Investment
$60K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Earned Commissions of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None currently (no advertising fund established) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $21,870 – $59,560 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $22K–$60K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Earned Commissions) and marketing fee (None currently (no advertising fund established)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Professional Services | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Digital Marketing Services | $0 | $5,000 |
| Document Management Software (DotLoop/DocuSign) | $0 | $500 |
| Multiple Listing Service (MLS) | $150 | $2,000 |
| CRM Software | $20 | $200 |
| Rent, Rental Deposits, Other Deposits | $0 | $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Signage, Furniture & Equipment | $0 | $6,000 |
| Security/Utilities Deposit | $0 | $1,000 |
| Office Supplies, Additional Inventory & Misc. Supplies | $200 | $2,000 |
| Insurance | $500 | $2,500 |
| Training | $0 | $2,360 |
| Additional Funds (3 months of operations) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of then-current Franchise Fee plus broker/seller commissions |
| Renewal Fee | $7,500 (Successor Franchise Fee) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection or audit plus travel |
| Digital Marketing Services Fee | $2,000/month minimum |
| Insurance Premiums | $500-$2,000+ plus up to 15% admin fee |
| Non-Competition Liquidated Damages (in-term) | $1,000/day |
| Non-Solicitation Violation | $100,000 |
| Post-Term Non-Compete Violation | $500,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 5-6 days Owner/Broker Training + 3 days Agent Training |
| Classroom Training | 48 hours (Owner/Broker) + 18 hours (Agent) |
| On-the-Job Training | 4 hours (Owner/Broker) |
| Training Location | Covington, Louisiana (headquarters) or online; Agent training at franchisee site |
| Additional Training | Mandatory refresher training 2-3 times per year. E-learning courses assigned as pre/post-training requisites. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Target Marketing Area based on zip codes with minimum 10,000 residential homes (default 5-mile radius) |
| Description | Franchisee operates within a designated Target Marketing Area but receives no exclusive territory rights. Franchisor may establish other 1 Percent Lists franchises anywhere and may compete in franchisee's territory. 90% of listings/sales must be within Target Marketing Area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 7 years |
| Renewal Term | 2 successor franchises for additional 5-year terms each |
| Renewal Fee | $7,500 (Successor Franchise Fee) |
| Renewal Conditions | Good standing, sign new Franchise Agreement, complete refresher training, pay fee, sign general release. Territory and terms may change. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of then-current Franchise Fee plus broker/seller commissions |
| Transfer Conditions | New franchisee must qualify, complete training, agree to terms, pay all amounts due. Franchisor has right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Material misrepresentation, failure to complete training, failure to lease/purchase site within 30 days, abandonment, unapproved transfers, felony conviction, unauthorized disclosure of confidential information, repeated defaults, insolvency. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No competing business for 2 years at or within 25 miles of the site, any other 1 Percent Lists Business, or your Target Marketing Area. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Must be managed by a licensed real estate broker who has completed initial training. Owner or one owner with at least 50% ownership must qualify as Business Manager and participate personally in direct operations. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase Website, Initial Package, marketing materials, and brand items from franchisor. Approved suppliers include Chase Bank, DotLoop, DocuSign, National Association of Realtors, Dean Knows & One Click SEO. |
| Supply Restrictions | 20-50% of purchases must be from franchisor or approved suppliers for establishing and operating the business. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | No revenue currently derived from franchisee purchases from approved suppliers. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | No direct or indirect financing offered. Does not guarantee franchisee notes, leases, or obligations. |
1 Percent Lists MD Franchise Earnings — Item 19
1 Percent Lists MD does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
1 Percent Lists MD does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
1 Percent Lists MD Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
1 Percent Lists MD System Growth
Total Units
39
Franchised
38
Company-Owned
1
1 Percent Lists MD currently operates 38 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14 | 0 | 21 |
| 2022 | 14 | 3 | 31 |
| 2023 | 12 | 3 | 39 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 3
State Registrations
Registered in 27 states: AL, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MI, MS, MO, NC, ND, NY, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA
1 Percent Lists MD Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a 1 Percent Lists MD franchise ranges from $21,870 to $59,560, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $15,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
1 Percent Lists MD charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Earned Commissions of gross sales, plus a None currently (no advertising fund established) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the 1 Percent Lists MD Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from 1 Percent Lists MD to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
1 Percent Lists MD does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
1 Percent Lists MD has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $21,870-$59,560, a 5% of Gross Earned Commissions royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $15,000 and the total investment ranges from $21,870 to $59,560 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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