About HomeVestors Franchise
HomeVestors is a real estate investment franchise widely recognized through its national "We Buy Ugly Houses" advertising campaign.
The brand provides franchise owners with a proven system for purchasing distressed residential properties, renovating them, and reselling or renting them for profit.
HomeVestors is one of the largest and most established home buying franchise networks in the country.
HomeVestors Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$121K
Average Investment
$289K
Maximum Investment
$456K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $31,200 to $80,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 2.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $3,000 | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $121,000 – $456,250 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $121K–$456K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (2.0%) and marketing fee ($3,000) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee(2) | $80,000 | $80,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements(3) | $0 | $5,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment(4) | $0 | $10,200 |
| Signage(5) | $0 | $4,200 |
| First Month’s Rent(6) | $0 | $2,000 |
| Security Deposit(7) | $0 | $2,000 |
| Opening Supplies(8) | $200 | $1,950 |
| Advertising(9) | $21,000 | $140,000 |
| Training Expense(10) | $1,800 | $6,000 |
| iPad and Computer Equipment(11) | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance(12) | $2,000 | $8,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs(13) | $1,000 | $7,900 |
| Purchase and Repair of Properties(14) | $13,000 | $129,000 |
| Additional Funds for 6 Months(15) | $0 | $50,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT(16) | $121,000 | $456,250 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $379 |
| Renewal Fee | $2,000 |
| Technology Fee | $5,000 |
| Audit Fee | $1,000 |
| Transaction Fees(2) | $1,000,000 |
| Transaction Fee – Purchase Transaction | $500 |
| Transaction Fee - Assignment Transaction | $500 |
| Transaction Fee – Hold Transactions | A “Hold Transaction” means any of the following, without duplication: (a) you ha |
| Monthly Fee | $379 |
| Franchise Upgrade Fee | $0.00 |
| Office visits | $1,000 |
| Interim Loan Placement Fee | $300 |
| Referral Fee | $17,500 |
| Late Fee | $100 |
| Interest on Late Payments | Highest contract rate permitted by law or 1.5% per month, whichever is less |
| Training Charges and Late Registration Fees | $200 |
| Advanced and Other Training | $200 |
| Loan Arrangement Fee | Currently up to 3% of loan amount as follows: 6 month loan term 1% if loan is pa |
| Loan Extension Fee | Currently up to 3% of loan amount as follows: Initial 6 month loan term – 6 mont |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | You may renew your Franchise Agreement if we continue to maintain a franchise program and if you meet certain requirements and conditions of your Franchise Agreement. |
| Termination for Cause | We have the right to terminate if you commit any of several violations (see g. and h. below). The provision of termination upon bankruptcy may not be enforceable under federal bankruptcy law. |
HomeVestors Franchise Earnings — Item 19
HomeVestors 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.
HomeVestors 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.
HomeVestors Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHomeVestors has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
HomeVestors System Growth
Total Units
81
Franchised
81
Company-Owned
0
HomeVestors currently operates 81 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
HomeVestors Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a HomeVestors franchise ranges from $121,000 to $456,250, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $31,200 to $80,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
HomeVestors charges a royalty fee of 2.0% of gross sales, plus a $3,000 contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the HomeVestors 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 HomeVestors to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
HomeVestors 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.
HomeVestors has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $121,000-$456,250, a 2.0% royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $31,200 to $80,000 and the total investment ranges from $121,000 to $456,250 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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