Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise fee is $24,500 to $57,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $57,015 to $113,325, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Blue Moon Estate Sales FDD.
What are the Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise fees and investment?
The Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise requires a franchise fee of $24,500 to $57,000 and a total initial investment of $57,015 to $113,325. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $24,500 to $57,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $57,015 to $113,325 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 124 |
| Industry | Real Estate |
| Headquarters | Troy, Michigan |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the Blue Moon Estate Sales investment compare with other real estate franchises?
Blue Moon Estate Sales's minimum investment of $57,015 is at or below the median minimum investment of $97,161 across the 116 real estate franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 76 of the other 115 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $24,500 compares with an industry median of $34,750.
What should you verify in the Blue Moon Estate Sales FDD?
Verify six parts of the Blue Moon Estate Sales Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Blue Moon Estate Sales discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Blue Moon Estate Sales?
These real estate franchises have the closest minimum investment to Blue Moon Estate Sales:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Nest Seekers | $25,000 to $85,000 | $56,910 to $449,390 |
| Sunbelt | $34,500 to $49,500 | $57,950 to $118,500 |
| Motto Mortgage | $35,000 | $55,700 to $239,750 |
| Iron Valley Real Estate | $5,000 to $15,000 | $58,500 to $206,500 |
| Red Barn | $34,500 | $59,465 to $257,820 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise ranges from $57,015 to $113,325, including a franchise fee of $24,500 to $57,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Blue Moon Estate Sales franchise?
Blue Moon Estate Sales lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Blue Moon Estate Sales locations are there?
Blue Moon Estate Sales reported 124 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Blue Moon Estate Sales been franchising?
Blue Moon Estate Sales started offering franchises in 2013 after the company was founded in 2009.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Blue Moon Estate Sales and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Blue Moon Estate Sales. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.