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What is the Engel & Volkers agreement's definition of 'Engel & Volkers System'?

Engel_Volkers Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • 1.1 The Franchisor**:** The Franchisor offers a franchise to operate a residential real estate brokerage under the ENGEL & VÖLKERS System.

  • 1.2 The ENGEL & VÖLKERS Group: The distinctive characteristics of the ENGEL & VÖLKERS System and international network encompass the entire experience of the Engel & Völkers affiliated group of companies (the "Engel & Völkers Group") for the operation of a residential real estate brokerage.

  • A proprietary technology platform used in connection with the recording of property listings, client relationship management and online marketing support and for brokerage services and for the integration of franchisees into the ENGEL & VÖLKERS technology network and such other purposes as may be determined by Franchisor from time to time (the "Integrated Product Suite");

  • Provision of ongoing business administration and technical and marketing support;

  • Initial and continuing training courses; and

  • Organization of exchanges of information and experience among franchisees.

  • 21.1.2 immediately cease using the ENGEL & VÖLKERS System, including the Trademarks, and Confidential Information;

  • 11.1 Compliance with System Documentation: Franchisor has summarized and documented details of the ENGEL & VÖLKERS System and its application in the System Documentation. In order to preserve the good reputation of the ENGEL & VÖLKERS System and ensure maintenance of uniform standards, Franchisee hereby agrees to operate its Residential Real Estate Brokerage in accordance with the mandatory instructions contained in the System Documentation, as it may be amended or modified from time to time. 12.1.1 The parties hereby mutually agree that it may be necessary to adapt the ENGEL & VÖLKERS System, either on a temporary or a permanent basis, due to changing market conditions. In its sole business judgment, the Franchisor may take any steps it deems necessary to adapt and modify the ENGEL & VÖLKERS System, the Integrated Product Suite, the System Documentation and the Trademarks, and the required equipment, technology, signs, trade dress and other business characteristics Franchisee will be required to adhere to (subject to the limitations set forth in this Agreement), to such events or changes in market conditions and other developments occurring at any given time

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 88)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Engel & Volkers Franchise Disclosure Document, the Engel & Volkers System encompasses the entire experience of the Engel & Völkers affiliated group of companies for operating a residential real estate brokerage. Engel & Volkers offers franchisees the right to operate a residential real estate brokerage under this system.

The Engel & Volkers System includes several key components, such as a proprietary technology platform (the Integrated Product Suite) for property listings, client relationship management, online marketing, and brokerage services. It also involves ongoing business administration, technical and marketing support, initial and continuing training courses, and the organization of information exchanges among franchisees.

Engel & Volkers retains the right to modify the Engel & Volkers System to adapt to changing market conditions. Franchisees are obligated to operate their businesses according to the mandatory instructions detailed in the System Documentation, which may be updated periodically. Franchisees must also cease using the Engel & Volkers System, including trademarks and confidential information, upon termination of the franchise agreement.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.