About DDH Franchise
DDH Franchising is a home services franchise offering professional organizing, decluttering, styling, estate clean out management, move and relocation support, and home sale preparation services.
The brand helps homeowners create more functional, organized living environments through a comprehensive suite of home management services.
The franchise fee is $45,000, and the company began franchising in 2025.
DDH Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 8% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Revenue | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $61,925 – $83,078 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $62K–$83K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (8% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Revenue) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Construction, Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $1,000 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $0 | $500 |
| Equipment and Supplies | $0 | $2,500 |
| Signage | $100 | $200 |
| Computer, Software and Point of Sales System | $550 | $1,320 |
| Opening Inventory | $500 | $1,000 |
| Rent Deposits | $0 | $1,500 |
| Utility Deposits | $0 | $75 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premium | $292 | $875 |
| Travel Expenses to Attend Initial Training In-Person | $1,550 | $4,200 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,000 |
| Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies | $350 | $850 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $5,083 | $8,558 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then-current initial franchise fee for the first Protected Territory |
| Technology Fee | $250 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit and related expenses plus interest |
| Sales Support Fee | 2.5% of Gross Revenue |
| Back Office Fee | $500 per month |
| Conference Convention Fee | Up to $1,500 |
| Operations Manual Replacement Fee | $500 |
| Additional Initial / Required Ongoing Training | $500 per person per day, plus travel and related expenses |
| Relocation Fee | Our costs and expenses to review |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | As established by cooperative members |
| Interest Expenses | Lesser of 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law |
| Non-Compliance Fees | Up to $1,000 per occurrence |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | $50 per violation |
| Approved Supplier/ Product Testing Fee | Our reasonable and actual costs incurred |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Management Fee | 20% of Gross Revenue, plus our expenses |
| Indemnification | The amount of any claim, liability or loss we incur from your Franchised Business. |
| Post-Termination or Post-Expiration Expenses | Costs and expenses. As Incurred |
| Insurance | Cost of insurance |
| Income and Sales Taxes | We may collect from you the cost of all taxes arising from our licensing of intellectual property to you in the state where your Franchised Business is located, as well as any assessment on fees and any other income we receive from you. |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 2 weeks |
| Classroom Training | 20 |
| On-the-Job Training | 40 |
| Training Location | Montclair, NJ, or virtually |
| Additional Training | The franchisor may require franchisees and/or designated managers/employees to attend supplemental and refresher training programs. A fee of up to $500 per person per day may be charged for additional or required ongoing training, plus travel and related expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Up to approximately 400,000 qualified single-family households |
| Description | Each Protected Territory will include up to approximately 400,000 qualified single-family households, which will be determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, a commute of approximately an hour throughout the territory. The franchisor will not place another full-service DDH business within the Protected Territory, except as permitted under the agreement, but franchisees will not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other channels of distribution or competitive brands controlled by the franchisor. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 1 additional term of 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then-current initial franchise fee for the first protected territory |
| Renewal Conditions | Advance notice, compliance with Franchise Agreement and brand standards, Principal Owner satisfactorily completes refresher training, sign then-current form of franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms and conditions as the Franchise Agreement), pay fee, sign general release, upgrade/modernize the Franchised Business. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | All amounts owed us, our affiliates and vendors are paid, transferee meets our qualifications for a new franchise, transferee signs our then-current franchise agreement, transferee completes required training, lease assigned (if applicable), pay transfer fee, you sign a non-compete agreement and general release, we approve material provisions of the purchase agreement between you and transferee. |
| Termination for Cause | You have 30 days to cure if you fail to: open the Franchised Business when required, complete training, comply with System standards, comply with the Minimum Performance Requirement Per Protected Territory, timely pay any fees or liabilities, keep accurate financial statements, or if you violate any material provision of the Franchise Agreement. You have 10 days to cure any monetary default. Immediate termination without cure is possible for repeated defaults, non-curable breaches, deception of customers, material misrepresentation, felony conviction, abandonment, actions harming goodwill, unauthorized transfers, unapproved website use, failure to meet performance requirements, eviction, or disclosure of confidential information. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | Neither you nor your affiliates may offer any professional organizing services or similar products competitive with a DDH business for two years after the agreement expires or terminates. This restriction applies within your former Protected Territory, from the former Franchised Business premises, within a 10-mile radius of the outside boundary of your former Protected Territory, or within any other DDH franchisee’s protected territory. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | The Franchised Business must at all times be under the direct supervision of an approved Principal Owner who has completed initial training. This Designated Owner must oversee operations but is not required to be involved in day-to-day activities. An approved Operating Manager must be hired and is responsible for daily operations, assuming responsibilities on a full-time basis and not engaging in conflicting business activities. |
| Required Suppliers | Each Franchised Business must use QMK Consulting for accounting and tax services. Franchisees must participate in the franchisor's sales support center program and use the designated computer system. Certain products and services must be purchased from approved or designated suppliers, which may include the franchisor or its affiliates. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must use only approved or designated materials, supplies, equipment, and signs that meet the franchisor's specifications and standards. Any unapproved items or suppliers must be submitted to the franchisor for written approval, providing sufficient specifications and samples. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor or its affiliates may derive revenue directly or in the form of rebates or other payments from suppliers, based directly or indirectly on sales of products, advertising materials, and other items to franchisees, and from other service providers. These payments may range from less than 1% up to 10% or more of the total purchase price of those items. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer any direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation, nor do we receive payment or other consideration for the placing of financing. |
DDH Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
DDH Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
DDH System Growth
DDH currently operates 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Metwally CPA PLLC for year ending December 31.
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