Are Remax customers responsible for MLS pass-through fees associated with BoldTrail Back Office?
Remax Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Product: | Item: | Fee: |
|---|---|---|
| BoldTrail Back Office | MLS Pass-Through Fees | Customer responsible for all MLS pass-through fees charged by MLS, including all MLS Fees. MLS pass-through fees vary by MLS. |
| BoldTrail Back Office | Forms Pass-Through Fees | Customer is responsible for all Forms pass-through fees and other similar costs, expenses and fees as charged by MLS or other applicable association, including all MLS Fees. |
| BoldTrail Back Office | MLS Feeds | 1 MLS feed per Franchise office included. Additional MLS feeds available for $50 p/MLS p/month. |
| BoldTrail Back Office | QuickBooks Integration via API Nation | $25 p/ Customer QuickBooks instance per month. Cost is subject to change and update based on the costs incurred by IRE. |
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD pages 108–334)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Remax's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Remax "customers" (likely referring to franchisees) are responsible for all MLS pass-through fees charged by the MLS for BoldTrail Back Office. These fees can vary depending on the specific MLS.
In addition to MLS pass-through fees, Remax franchisees are also responsible for all forms pass-through fees and other similar costs, expenses, and fees charged by the MLS or other applicable associations. These fees are associated with the BoldTrail Back Office software.
For the BoldTrail Back Office software, Remax includes 1 MLS feed per franchise office. If a franchisee requires additional MLS feeds, they are available for $50 per MLS per month. Furthermore, QuickBooks integration via API Nation costs $25 per customer QuickBooks instance per month, and this cost is subject to change based on the costs incurred by IRE (Inside Real Estate).
It is important for prospective Remax franchisees to budget for these ongoing fees associated with the BoldTrail Back Office software, as they can vary and may impact the overall cost of operating the franchise. Franchisees should inquire with Remax about the typical range of MLS pass-through fees in their specific market to better estimate these expenses.