What is the estimated cost range for inventory and supplies for a Remax franchise?
Remax Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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Item 7 ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT1
| Type of expenditure | Amount | Method of payment | When due | To whom payment is to be made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial franchise fee2 | $17,500 - $37,500 | Lump Sum or Financed2 | Upon Signing Franchise Agreement | RE/MAX, LLC | |
| Office set-up/improvements3 | $3,500 - $72,000 | As Agreed | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Exterior office signage4 | $500 - $10,000 | As Agreed | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Furniture, fixtures, and equipment5 | $2,000 - $20,000 | Vendor’s terms | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Computer System6 | $4,000 - $26,000 | Vendor’s terms | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Inventory and supplies7 | $500 - $4,000 | As Agreed | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Education fees and expenses8 | $4,000 - $9,000 | Lump Sum | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Insurance9 | $2,000 - $6,000 | Vendor’s terms | Before Opening | Third Parties / Rated Carriers | |
| Licenses, Grand Opening, Utilities, | $1,000 - $11,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Security Deposit, and other | |||||
| miscellaneous opening costs10 | |||||
| Additional funds - 3 months11 | $10,000 - $50,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Third Parties | |
| Total12 | $45,000 - $245,500 | #### Explanatory Notes |
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Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 43–47)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Remax's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment for inventory and supplies ranges from $500 to $4,000. This investment covers the costs of various supplies needed to start the real estate brokerage business, including business cards, for sale signs, stationery, and postage. These costs are paid to third parties as incurred.
The FDD notes that the figures are estimates, and the actual amount may vary. Factors influencing the cost of inventory and supplies could include the quantity of items purchased, the quality of materials chosen, and the specific marketing strategies employed by the franchisee. A new Remax franchise owner should carefully consider their anticipated needs for these supplies and shop around to find the best prices.
Prospective Remax franchisees should also consider that these figures represent only the initial investment. Ongoing expenses for inventory and supplies will likely be necessary to maintain operations. Therefore, franchisees should factor these recurring costs into their overall budget and financial projections.