Real Living Franchise

Real estate agency

With a makeshift desk of two sawhorses and a door, Harley E. Rouda started Harley E. Rouda Realty Co. in Upper Arlington, Ohio, in 1956. Now working with his son Harley E. Rouda Jr., Rouda is still involved in this family-owned and -operated franchise company, which specializes in residential real estate.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Real Living Franchises?

Total Cost: $3,000 USD -$80,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $2,500-$80,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years

Contact Information for Real Living

Real Living Inc. 77 E. Nationwide Blvd. Columbus, OH 43215-2539

Phone Number: (614)459-7400 Toll Free: (800)848-7400 Fax Number: (614)459-5417 Franchise Homepage:

Real Living In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did Real Living begin operations? 1976
When did Real Living begin selling franchises? 1981

Year	United States	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	48	0	0	80
2004	0	0	0	0
2003	30	0	0	80
2002	0	0	0	0
2001	12	0	0	24

Future Expansion

United States: Ohio,

Franchise Financing Information

Cost	In House Financing Available?	3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee	No	No
Initial Start-up Capital	No	No
Plant, Property, and Equipment	No	No
Inventory	No	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation

Marketing
Cooperative advertising

Franchise Operation Restrictions

Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees.

Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information

Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes

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