Does Remax require franchisees to include certain essential provisions in their Independent Contractor Agreements (ICA) with Sales Associates?
Remax Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You will be required to have a fully executed independent contractor agreement ("ICA") with each of your Sales Associates. Although the form of ICA you use is up to you, we will require that you include in your ICA certain essential provisions to help preserve and protect the RE/MAX name, service marks, goodwill and the RE/MAX System. For your convenience and reference, REMAX, LLC or RE/MAX Regional may provide a model ICA for you to consider using as a framework. The current essential ICA provisions are attached to the Franchise Agreement, which is Exhibit A of this disclosure document.
Source: Item 8 — Restrictions on Sources of Products and Services (FDD pages 47–53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Remax's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to have a fully executed Independent Contractor Agreement (ICA) with each of their Sales Associates. While the specific form of the ICA is at the franchisee's discretion, Remax mandates that certain essential provisions be included. These provisions are designed to protect the RE/MAX name, service marks, goodwill, and the RE/MAX System.
To assist franchisees, Remax may provide a model ICA for consideration as a framework. The current essential ICA provisions are attached to the Franchise Agreement as Exhibit A of the disclosure document. This ensures that franchisees have access to the necessary guidelines and can incorporate the required elements into their agreements with Sales Associates.
This requirement ensures consistency and standardization across the Remax network, helping to maintain brand integrity and protect the overall reputation of the franchise system. By mandating specific provisions in the ICA, Remax aims to mitigate potential risks and ensure that all Sales Associates operate in a manner that aligns with the company's standards and values.